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Asteron Life to strengthen Resolution Life: Fitch Ratings

Asteron Life will form the second-largest life insurer in the country by premium.

Japan faces harsher commercial insurance terms

Four major insurers have adopted stricter underwriting practices.

Singapore’s general insurance market slated for 6.4% in 2025

Thanks to regulation, economic growth, and demand for private health insurance.

New China Life Insurance's high equity allocation could raise risky-asset ratio

The company’s financial leverage ratio increased to 12% by mid-2024.

Insurance analytics market set to reach $29.4b by 2032

Data security, privacy, and analytical workflows pose concerns.

This week in insurance: Sompo splits business, Aon’s new APAC CEO, and growth across financials

FWD also announced the retirement of Richard Sun Po Yuen from the board.

Prudential, MDRT partner for agency growth and professional development

It also launched a recognition programme for its agents.

Singapore’s property insurance sees rate cuts in Q4

The rates are available for risks with favourable loss ratios and strong risk management.

Zurich APAC sees 12% boost in P&C premiums for FY 2024

Growth was supported by higher retail motor and travel sales.

Two-thirds worry about healthcare access despite financial readiness

Younger generation also demand simpler and more attractive products.

Hong Kong underwriting flexibility rises amidst competition: Aon

Despite limited new business opportunities, the market continues to attract capacity.

P&I clubs face offset of gains by rising pool claims

AM Best also expects further rate adjustments in upcoming renewals.

Global insurance protection gap hits 60% amidst warming

Total economic losses exceeded $350b in 2024.