APAC

APAC insurers face tighter capital buffers

Some markets are not required to hold explicit capital against the illiquidity risk of private debt investments.
3 days ago

APAC insurers face tighter capital buffers

Some markets are not required to hold explicit capital against the illiquidity risk of private debt investments.
3 days ago

Asia leads in embedded insurance, set to reach $170b by 2030

70% of global losses between 2016 and 2023 from natural disasters are uninsured.
3 days ago

IAIS sets global roadmap with 2025-2029 plan on resilience

Climate change, digital, and cyber are core themes for the coming years.
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Swiss Re net income falls 12% in 9M 2024

In the third quarter, its net income was $102m.

HDI Global launches first complete ESG liability coverage worldwide

It was initially offered in Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Global R&W claims notifications fall 21%

APAC, however, reported the lowest R&W notifications in three years.

3 in 10 diabetics struggle to afford appropriate care, coverage

Mental health is also affected, as 65% of diabetics report negative impacts.

APAC’s affluent move $700b to digital wealth management

These firms are adopting hybrid models that combine digital tools with limited human assistance.

Pet insurance market to grow $30.1b by 2028

Estimates show more than 500 million companion animals in the world.

Q3 insurtech investments reach $1.38b, highest since 2023

63.4% of Q3 2024 deals are directed at AI-centered insurtechs. 

Insurance firms lag in climate committees

Yet, 70% of firms view climate risk as central.

Car Insurance Aggregators market to hit $5b in 2024

It is also forecasted to see a CAGR of 12.2% through 2028.

Asia’s commercial insurance rates dip 4% in Q3 2024

Global commercial insurance rates fell by 1% in Q3 2024.

HDI Global appoints new CFO from Munich Re subsidiary

He has 25 years of experience within the Munich Re Group.

Over half of insurers penalised for errors

58% of respondents said it takes over five months to implement a rule change.

Zurich’s P&C segment in Asia grows 4% YoY in 9M 2024

The Life insurance segment saw its new business premiums increase by 6%.