APAC

QBE's gross written premiums rise 1.5% to $17.6b in 9M 2024

Strategic portfolio exits have mitigated the impact of catastrophe losses.

Non-life insurers told to upgrade tech to drive growth

It could help the industry ride market trends and mitigate risks.

SME insurance is seen to reach $417b through 2032

Smaller organisations lack the resources and experience to form a separate risk department.

Professional indemnity claims rise by 6% in two years

Marsh India said PI claims range from $20m to $100m.

Catastrophe bonds could boost cyber risk capacity

Cat bonds could significantly enhance risk-absorbing capacity.

Flood insurance market set to grow at 14.5% CAGR by 2032

The region is expanding rapidly due to urbanisation.

Munich Re eyes $6.3b net profit in 2025

The company expects group insurance revenue to reach $67.2b.

Insurers plan increased use of facultative reinsurance by 2025

Yet, over half of decision makers identified capacity as a major obstacle.

Howden Asia reels in new deputy CEO

His start date is subject to fulfilling his contractual obligations with current employer.

Beazley unveils new head of cyber risks

They previously served as head of International Cyber for over a decade.

How much do Malaysian FI boards really cost?

Board chair retainer fees were typically 1.3 to two times higher than other board members.

What business risks insurers need to be aware of this 2025

Labour and talent shortages have overtaken economic concerns, said business leaders.

Chubb appoints John Latter as lead claims officer

He joined the company in 2017 from Zurich Insurance.

MSIG Asia reels in new VP for cyber, financial lines

He has over two decades of experience in the global reinsurance sector.

Delta taps Lucy Loh as Asia claims lead

Loh brings over 30 years of experience in claims management.

Swiss Re aims for $4.4b profit in 2025

Life & Health Reinsurance (L&H Re) unit aims for a net income of $1.6b.