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QBE Insurance names new group CFO
He joined QBE in 2015.
APAC tax insurance gains traction beyond M&A transactions
The share of tax insurance placements in non-M&A contexts rose to 20% in 2024.
NorthStandard names Michael Hustler as new APAC head
He succeeds David Roberts, who will leave in February 2026.
MS Amlin adopts CyberCube analytics to enhance risk management
These tools help model potential cyber loss scenarios.
Allianz climbs to 27th amongst global brands in Interbrand index
Interbrand attributed the increase to Allianz’s financial performance.
WTW urges financial firms to prioritise insurance in M&A deals
WTW said 47% of claims come from the insured’s own shareholders, investors.
Marsh says P&I clubs remain cautious despite strong capital buffers
The outlook for the 2026 renewal season remains uncertain.
Aon reports $114b in insured losses from 2025 disasters
Total economic losses stood at a minimum of $203b in the first 9 months.
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Singlife also launched an AI tool whilst Marsh plans rebrand.
Global natural catastrophe losses keep insurers within budgets this year
In Asia, monsoon flooding and localised storm losses were main events of the year.
APAC’s guaranteed auto protection insurance market slated for 13.2% CAGR
Globally, the market is expected to grow from $3.2b in 2021 to $8b by 2031.
Willis reports mining insurance market softens as capacity rises
The influx of capacity has intensified competition amongst insurers.
Health insurance industry to rise 6.4% annually until 2031
Individual health insurance remains the largest segment globally.
AM Best clarifies capital credit rules under IFRS 17 framework
The agency also said net written premiums are replaced by net insurance service revenue.
WTW data shows insurers expect health costs to keep rising
Over half expect elevated levels to persist for more than three years.
SME insurance market to grow 6.5% annually through 2032
It is also forecasted to bag $45.61b.
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