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PVI Insurance's strength masks risks from payouts and reinsurance
PVI Insurance's strength masks risks from payouts and reinsurance
Its balance sheet is projected to stay at the highest level.
2 days ago
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
Commentary
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