News

APAC medical plan costs to rise 11.3% in 2026

A third of APAC markets expect lower medical trend rates.

New York firm boosts Asia reach through Fortitude Re

AB will manage private alternative assets for FCA Re.

Health insurance sector to bag $3t by 2035

The market was valued at $1.92t in 2023.

Why 1 in 7 Australians travel overseas without insurance cover

More than a third said they had seen risky destinations promoted positively.

Brad Hearn named Prudential Financial's Japan CEO

He has served as chief operating officer for Prudential’s Japan operations.

APAC tax insurance gains traction beyond M&A transactions

The share of tax insurance placements in non-M&A contexts rose to 20% in 2024.

AXA launches new wealth management plan

The series offers premium terms of five or 10 years in up to nine different currencies.

NorthStandard names Michael Hustler as new APAC head

He succeeds David Roberts, who will leave in February 2026.

MS Amlin adopts CyberCube analytics to enhance risk management

These tools help model potential cyber loss scenarios.

Allianz climbs to 27th amongst global brands in Interbrand index

Interbrand attributed the increase to Allianz’s financial performance.

AIA Group named systemically important insurer by Hong Kong IA

The company said the classification will not affect its operations.

China Taiping Insurance Singapore sustains steady growth outlook

Its 2024 results are driven by insurance service outcomes and investment income. 

Luen Fung Hang Insurance expected to maintain steady performance

LFH benefits from strong bancassurance distribution.