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Allianz Malaysia adds 25% cover to push policy sales
Allianz Malaysia adds 25% cover to push policy sales
Shield Plus users aged 40 and below qualify for the enhanced principal sum insured.
Singapore health premiums jump 14.8% in February
The increase reflects a long-term repricing cycle rather than seasonal demand.
Markel expands APAC W&I with two underwriter hires
One appointment covers Singapore, Hong Kong, and other regional deal markets, whilst the other is based in Mumbai.
Automation threatens 43% of insurance tasks by 2030
Nearly all insurers are speeding up adoption as technology reshapes operational models.
APRA warns climate risks could leave 1 in 4 homes uninsured
The regulator assessed two severe scenarios covering weather losses and transition costs through to 2050.
HSBC Life pushes preventive care shift with new programme
It combines workplace programmes, insurance expansion, education and community initiatives.
Etiqa and AIA expand Takaful access via 6,300 agents
It allows Takaful offerings to reach both Muslim and non-Muslim customers in Singapore.
Tata AIA launches AI and mid-cap funds for ULIPs
Offer period runs from 24 to 31 March, with entry pricing set at $0.11.
CTIM stays resilient amidst reinsurance reliance risk: AM Best
It maintains a 34% share in Macau non-life backed by diversified distribution channels.
MS Amlin profit jumps 50.2% in 2025
Underwriting gains reached $350m as catastrophe events tested insurers across regions.
Hong Kong insurance C-Suite pay hits $3m as affluent client focus drives 2026 hiring
Hays 2026 data shows Risk and Compliance chiefs hit record pay as insurers target wealthy clients.
Willis and Circle Asia launch new art insurance facility
It is also positioned to support one-off exhibitions and one-off transit coverage.
Sun Hung Kai Properties Insurance ‘okay’ despite lower 2025 profit: AM Best
It has been reducing high-risk investment exposure and has a strong liquidity position.
Hong Kong women lead Asia with 45% sole finance control
Only 7% seek professional advice.
GrabInsure rolls out insurance for SG private-hire vehicle drivers
It offers coverage for booking cancellations and vomits.
AIA hits $7.14b profit, triggers $1.7b buy-back as Asian demand surges
Group CEO Lee Yuan Siong reported a 12% per-share profit growth driven by Asia’s demand for savings.
Reuben Lee joins QBE to launch transactional liability practice in Asia
Lee will focus on growth and risk management in the M&A insurance space.