Philippines

Aon Philippines welcomes new country head of reinsurance solutions

He has close to three decades of experience in the industry.

Philippine reinsurance costs to hike from climate change impact

Driven by the high risk of natural disasters amidst climate change, non-life insurance plans may become more expensive.

Micro-insurance protection jumps 22.5% in the Philippines – Q1 2023

Individuals covered also climbed 15.4% to 51.70 million.

Philippines’ Insurance Council transitions HMO to receivership

The HMO had been under conservatorship since 18 January, due to its inability to meet the IC's requirements.

Philippine non-life insurance outlook turns sour: AM Best

The negative outlook was attributed to the heightened negative pressure on the balance sheet and operating performance of counterparts.

Nat Re's business in position to capitalise from local gov't initiatives

Nat Re's underwriting portfolio is moderately diversified by geography.

PH’s COVID-19 claims plummet in H2 2022

Insurance claims related to COVID-19 amounted to P1.53b ($-).

Philippines’ general insurance sector to grow 11.6% in premiums: GlobalData

This is equivalent to P211.5b ($3.7b) gross written premiums.

Manulife Philippines names new CFO and CRO

President and CEO of Manulife Philippines emphasised the importance of appointing seasoned professionals.

Make sure to attend the 2023 Insurance Asia Forum in October

The forum aims to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in Asia’s insurance sector as well as explore innovative strategies for companies today.

Philippine micro-insurance premiums rise 14% in 2022

Total lives insured under micro-insurance products reached 57.8 million.

Philippine life insurance up 3.30% in first quarter

Total assets accumulated for the quarter reached P1.71t.

Philippine HMO performance down in 2022

Eight licensed HMO firms recorded a net loss.