APAC

Australia leads APAC in cyber insurance uptake

Demand for cyber insurance in the region is growing at nearly 50% annually.

Australia leads APAC in cyber insurance uptake

Demand for cyber insurance in the region is growing at nearly 50% annually.

Credit insurance gains focus amidst liquidity crunch

Japan reduced its days receivable to 42 days, best in the region.

Global equities attract more pension investments

It is expected to continue as larger pension plans diversify their equity strategies.

Prudential ups stake in Nigerian venture

This increases Prudential's ownership from the 51% stake it acquired in 2017.

Global risks could squeeze Asia Insurance's profits

Underwriting profits are expected to narrow over the next two years.

Reinsurance market slated for 6.5% annual growth until 2032

Thanks to reinsurers expanding into new markets.

Interest grows in Asian life insurers' market dynamics

Yet, FX risks loom over Taiwanese life insurers.

Will reinsurers see price increases in 2025?

Nearly a third of respondents predicted price hikes of more than 5%.

Tokio Marine, Marsh launch port disruption insurance

Standalone coverage provides up to $50m in capacity for losses.

Why are few companies opting for AI-specific insurance?

Ransomware and phishing now worry 35% of executives.

Primary insurers bear more risk in new reinsurance climate

NatCat losses in the first half of 2024 were driven by medium-sized events.

Rising property values boost home insurance demand

The market is projected to reach over 7% CAGR.

Insurance, pensions see 6.2% rise amidst market gains

Asia’s household financial assets grew by 7.5%.

Cyber insurance demand rises in APAC's emerging markets

APAC cyber insurance market is growing at nearly 50% annually.

APAC insurance stability bolstered by strong risk management

87% of the APAC rating units had stable outlooks at the end of 2023. 

Lower-income households bear brunt of insurance hikes

Whilst inflation is declining, insurance prices have risen sharply.