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Singapore’s general insurance industry to grow 6.2% CAGR by 2029

The industry is expected to expand by 8.0% in 2024.

Pet insurance market to reach $38.3b by 2033

Key drivers include increasing interest and rapid expansion of vet services.

Taikang's robust capital to aid in business expansion: Fitch Ratings

Taikang Group’s profitability is supported by its value-driven business strategy.

Mining insurance rates in Asia show slight decrease in 2024

Singapore’s property reinsurance rates showed small reductions in risks outside NatCats.

Aerospace insurance capacity outstrips rate adjustments: WTW

The fourth quarter sees about 70% of global annual airline premiums renewed.

Singlife’s new investment-linked plan offers 5% annual payout

It comes at a one-time premium starting at $516.28.

Insurers shift focus to more specific climate-related issues

Sustainability-focused frameworks in underwriting practices have grown by 120% since 2022.

Ageing workforce fuels talent crisis in Australia’s insurance sector

About 58% of insurance professionals in the country are over 45.

Fitch expects continued capital adequacy for Japanese insurers

Weaker investor pressure has allowed insurers to build excess capital.

Malaysia considers mandatory car insurance for private vehicles

The transport minister said it could affect insurance costs.

CoverGo Claims offers real-time data integration for insurers

CoverGo also said the platform reduces operational costs.

Zurich and GoImpact offer climate risk tools in APAC

The collaboration provides solutions such as climate risk assessments.

Muang Thai Life bags $4b in total new business premiums for 9M 2024

Despite increased acquisition spending, MTL’s topline declined year-on-year during.

D&O market faces risks due to insolvencies, AI, geopolitics

Securities class actions have risen by 43% year-on-year in Australia.

Generali leaves Philippine market, InLife swoops 100% shares

The transaction is anticipated to close in H1 2025.

Malaysian Re benefits from favourable pricing, tighter practices

Its underwriting performance rebounded sharply in FY 2024.