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Brad Hearn named Prudential Financial's Japan CEO
Brad Hearn named Prudential Financial's Japan CEO
He has served as chief operating officer for Prudential’s Japan operations.
Japan Post Insurance outlook steady as profitability shows gradual lift
Moody's said Japan Post Insurance is stable thanks to conservatism.
Japan Post Insurance maintains strong capital: Moody’s
Profitability remains modest.
Tokio Marine leads initiative to boost Japan’s offshore wind
Japan aims to reach 30GW to 45GW of offshore wind capacity by 2040.
Fitch Ratings expects Sumitomo Life to sustain stable growth
The rating agency said it anticipates continued capital strengthening.
Dai-ichi Life Holdings’ balance sheet “very strong”: AM Best
It is said to have a strong operating performance and appropriate risk management.
Dai-ichi Frontier Life inks reinsurance agreement with Brookfield Wealth
Starting October 2025, Dai-Ichi will reinsure liabilities to Brookfield’s US subsidiary.
Japan’s general insurance industry to reach $102.6b in 2030
Increased premium rates and demand for motor insurance will help drive growth.
Aon names ex-BNP Paribas banker as enterprise client leader in Japan
Shinji Kuriyama brings 30 years of experience working in the financial services sector.
Nippon Life rebounds to pre-pandemic profitability: Fitch Ratings
Core profit margin was at 19% in fiscal 2025.
How Japan's non-life insurers record $12.4b net income in fiscal 2024
As of 30 April, 57 general insurance companies were operating in Japan.
Dai-ichi Life Holdings sets up new firm to manage its investments and loans
It covers fixed income investment, alternative investment, and structured finance.
Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance to maintain growth overseas
Net premiums written rose to ¥5.1t in 2024.
Sompo Japan launches methane detection service with partners
JGC will offer on-site and drone-based measurements.
Japan renewals show property-catastrophe rate cuts of up to 15%
Big Japanese insurers have also built stronger balance sheets due to strong profits.
Sumitomo Life maintains stable outlook: Moody’s
Annualised net premiums of in-force policies rose 6.5% in fiscal 2024.
Japan’s Toa Re sees net income rise on underwriting improvement
It saw increased investment return from higher interest and dividend incomes.
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