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HSBC Life posts 21.5% share of new premiums in Q1 2025
HSBC Life posts 21.5% share of new premiums in Q1 2025
The insurer wrote over HK$20b in new business premiums during the period.
Prudential set to post 12% rise in H1 new business profit: UOBKayHian
Analysts forecast a total shareholder return yield of around 5% for 2026 to 2027.
Hong Kong insurance premiums hit $28.6b in Q1 2025
This was driven by robust growth in both long-term and general insurance business.
Mainland Chinese deposits surge as Hong Kong insurers gain
End-2024, Hong Kong’s MCV insurance market reached HK$62.5b (US$8b).
PICC Hong Kong improves market share with reinsurance gains: AM Best
Profitability is stable, with 2024 earnings driven by investment income.
Hong Kong general insurance market to hit $10.9b by 2029
Personal accident and health insurance is expected to remain the largest segment.
Moody’s sees stronger earnings ahead for FWD Group
Its July 2025 listing in Hong Kong boosted financial flexibility and capital access.
Hongkongers link insurance to better ageing health outcomes
43% expect to spend more on medication.
MSIG Insurance settles $44.33m in claims across Hong Kong, Macau
The company received only nine complaints during the year.
HKIA and peers unveil Charter 3.0 to strengthen scam defence
It brings together financial regulators, technology and telecommunications companies.
Prudential announces ICICI asset manager IPO filing in India
As part of the IPO, plans to sell up to 10% of its shares.
AIA launches GlobalFlexi plan with 6.5% return potential
The plan also includes a Health Impairment Option, a first in the market.
HSBC Life unveils indexed universal life policy with gold tracking
Families in APAC are expected to transfer about $5.8t in wealth by 2030.
FWD Group prices Hong Kong IPO at $4.84 for 7 July debut
The offering is expected to raise $445m.
Sun Life upgrades savings insurance with wealth transfer tools
It also introduces a rare multiple Contingent and Interim Policy Owner Arrangement.
HKIA fines broker for inadequate indemnity insurance coverage
One company failed to segregate client monies from its own funds.
Resolution Life seals first Hong Kong reinsurance deal worth $1b
The deal covers a portfolio of in-force participating whole life and annuity policies.
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