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New Zealand insurers recover profits as premiums surge 8.6%

The sector posted $7.8b in total premiums in 2024 after steep repricing.
2 days ago

Political risk insurance gains as 1 in 4 expect growth

Insurers may face tougher pricing decisions as geopolitical uncertainty persists.
2 days ago

Construction insurance rises amidst $38.5b market strain

Excess cover increased 8% to 15% with steeper moves on riskier builds.
2 days ago

This week in insurance: New partnerships roll out, hiring outlook steady, and tech spending ramps up

Etiqa Insurance Singapore and AIA Singapore have also partnered for takaful solutions.
4 days ago

Insurers redesign policies for fire risks

Lithium-ion threats expose valuation gaps in homes.
4 days ago

AI risks rise as 43% of firms lack formal frameworks: Gallagher Re

Gallagher Re found just 44% had completed structured impact reviews.
5 days ago

APAC businesses at risk as fraud attack rate rises to 1.7%

There is a 59% rise in automated attack tools mimicking human behaviour.
5 days ago

MSIG Asia backs Ancileo to embed travel cover in bookings

The deal includes an equity stake and a regional tie-up focused on tailored digital protection products
5 days ago

Bupa Global taps Massey to drive Asia expansion

The new executive brings over 20 years of IPMI experience.
5 days ago

Singlife recruits former MAS director for board oversight

The veteran leader previously managed foreign bank supervision.
6 days ago

Liberty Specialty Markets invades Asia fine art insurance sector

Regional lead Edrick Tang targets complex placements for bullion and collectible cars to drive 2026 growth.
6 days ago

Singapore’s domestic general insurance rises 8.4% in 2025

Despite the growth in revenue, net incurred claims for the domestic market also increased.
6 days ago

How Ping An Health grew as AI cut consultation costs 45%

The decline was recorded in the fourth quarter of 2025 as automation deepened.
6 days ago

Manulife shifts AI leadership to Hong Kong with new hire

The insurer has already rolled out 91 generative AI use cases across its operations.
6 days ago

HDI Global says Australia drove growth in tough APAC market

It plans further expansion across New Zealand and broader Asia Pacific in 2026.
6 days ago

Allianz Malaysia adds 25% cover to push policy sales

Shield Plus users aged 40 and below qualify for the enhanced principal sum insured.
6 days ago