Insurance
Public Accounts Committee investigates rising health premiums in closed sessions
Public Accounts Committee investigates rising health premiums in closed sessions
Beginning 1 May, private clinics and hospitals will be required to display their prices.
Malaysian Re report calls for healthcare finance reform
The healthcare expenditure in Malaysia accounts for only about 4% of the GDP.
Insurance Brokers Association of India unveils new President
He takes over from outgoing President Sumit Bohra.
Pacific’s capital strength stable despite reinsurance reliance: AM Best
It’s net underwriting growth is expected to stay elevated in the medium term.
Zhongyuan Agricultural Insurance profits from cost controls: Fitch
It’s capital position is projected to remain resilient over the next 2 to 3 years.
Insurance customers are cautious about AI’s decision-making role
Although, 7 in 10 consumers think AI can significantly reduce waiting times.
Asia-Pacific leads universal life market with 29.7% CAGR
Globally, it is seen to reach $280b by 2032.
Korea’s new capital rules reduce insurers' capital burden
Under the revision, capital adequacy benchmark will be lowered to 130% to 140%.
This week in insurance: HKIA introduces caps, MS&AD merges two subsidiaries, Prudential names new regional CEO
Taiwan’s life insurance sector is set to remain volatile in 2025 due to shifting surplus components.
Novidea appoints new APAC and MENA sales chief
He will also continue as Co-CEO of Docomotion.
FWD launches Set for Life Plus amidst career uncertainty
More Filipinos are delaying traditional life choices such as marriage and parenthood.
Prudential reels in new CEO for Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam
Solmaz Altin also resigned.
Insurers seek diversification with private market assets
Whilst inflation has eased, interest rates remain elevated.
Chubb launches new casualty, cyber coverage for life science firms in APAC
Businesses will have access to multiple insurance lines through a single package.
Prudential debuts wellness support for children
The platform was introduced alongside Prudential Entrust Multi-Currency Plan.
The increasing number of affluent individuals in India and their evolving insurance needs
As India’s affluent population continues to grow, their insurance needs will become increasingly complex.
MS&AD to merge Mitsui Sumitomo, Aioi Nissay Dowa by April 2027
The merged entity could equate to the Japanese insurer holding the top market share.
Commentary
The increasing number of affluent individuals in India and their evolving insurance needs