Malaysia

How much of Malaysians have financial legacy plans?

48% of cited conflict prevention as a key reason for legacy planning.
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Malaysian insurers to cap premium hikes, ensure affordability

Insurers will cap annual premium hikes below 10%.

Hannover Re unveils new Malaysia branch CEO

He joined the company in January 2024.

Sun Life Malaysia Takaful announces new CEO

He succeeds Jeffry Azmi, who has retired.  

Great Eastern General Insurance Malaysia names new CEO

He succeeds Ng Kok Kheng, who retires after 17 years in this role.

Zurich reveals flagship branch in Johor Bahru

It is located near routes like the Eastern Dispersal Link and Woodlands Checkpoint. 

Malaysian Re’s expansion into non-traditional segments to drive growth

The company’s operating performance was seen as “adequate”.

Crawford & Company appoints new loss director for Malaysia

His expertise spans handling losses valued between RM20m and RM100m. 

Malaysia property risk programmes see reductions: Gallagher Re

Small flood event losses on the East Coast did not impact renewals.

EGIB balance sheet strength underpinned by risk-adjusted capitalisation

Its balance sheet strength achieved its ‘strongest’ level at year-end 2023.

Malaysia’s non-life insurance sector sees stable outlook

AM Best also expects insurers to maintain robust underwriting profits.

Bank Negara Malaysia issues code for insurers, takaful operators

It aims to enhance public trust and confidence in Malaysia’s motor claims and repair industry.

New policy caps Malaysia’s health, takaful premium hikes under 10%

Medical cost inflation in Malaysia reached 15% in 2024.

Tune Protect Re stabilises post-COVID with strong returns: AM Best

Its balance sheet is expected to remain solid in the medium term.

Lonpac expected to hold 7% of Malaysia's market

The company has demonstrated consistent capital growth over the past five years.