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Generali launches pension plan to close India savings gap
Generali launches pension plan to close India savings gap
Bonuses begin accruing from the first policy year under the new participating product.
31 minutes ago
Japan overhauls life insurer capital rules after 30 years
The new framework measures financial strength using the Economic Solvency Ratio.
46 minutes ago
One million Australians may face a private health tax penalty
An earner on A$200,000 without hospital cover could owe an additional A$3,000.
1 hour ago
Mox Bank launches annual travel cover for unlimited trips
Customers can purchase policies, manage coverage and file claims through the mobile app.
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This week in insurance: Zurich expands home cover, APAC embedded insurance surges, Vietnam reforms health insurance
Australia's RE insurance market remains supportive but is becoming more selective.
2 days ago
Australian youths delay healthcare as costs bite
Half of Millennials postponed healthcare appointments amidst rising expenses.
3 days ago
QBE launches risk tools as compliance pressure rises
The tools generate reports with recommendations mitigation steps and supporting resources.
3 days ago
Sri Lanka insurance profits sink 28% on claims surge in Q4 2025
Total claims incurred by life and general insurers rose 18.4% year on year in the fourth quarter.
3 days ago
South Korean insurers gain capital as equity risk rises
Required capital also increased by $6.7b as the stock market rally expanded equity exposure.
3 days ago
Indonesia life premiums rise 5% as claims hit $2.1b
Booked new business premiums reached $1.5b from January to March 2026.
3 days ago
APAC obesity gap leaves employers with higher claims
Many health plans do not cover obesity medicines, treatments or surgery unless tied to another condition.
3 days ago
Nine in 10 investors do not trust AI for investment decisions
Banks can respond by moving toward a hybrid advisory model.
3 days ago
National Australia Bank insurance app cuts bushfire risk to 1.5%
Customers can use the free rating tool to identify property upgrades before the fire season.
4 days ago
China unemployment insurance shields firms from layoffs
Companies that avoid or minimise job cuts can keep receiving refunds on prior year premiums.
4 days ago
Australia's wealth gap punishes younger adults
Those aged 25 to 34 added just $67,620 in household wealth over the past 2 years.
4 days ago
Vietnam insurance rules let 62 disease groups skip referrals
Those with serious and rare conditions can go directly to specialised medical facilities from 1 July.
4 days ago
China pushes insurers to tailor products for women
Local authorities were encouraged to reduce counter-guarantee requirements.
4 days ago
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