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About 63% of Malaysian women lack self-perceived insurance understanding: report
About 63% of Malaysian women lack self-perceived insurance understanding: report
Only 23% expressed confidence in their understanding of insurance and takaful products.
FWD Group becomes majority stakeholder in Malaysian arm
JAB Capital Berhad is no longer a shareholder after the transaction.
APAC foreseen as top growth region in self-driving car insurance market
The market is projected to reach $88.1b by 2032 globally.
AXA HK opens women-centred health facility
In partnership with Chiron Medical Group, the centre offers a wide range of services for women’s health.
Condiments giant launches first-ever ketchup insurance policy
Research showed that 48% of its customers experienced ketchup-related mishaps.
Bancassurance market to surge 8.4% in CAGR by 2028
Market dynamics are seen to impact the stakeholders' behaviours and pricing decisions in the sector.
Sun Life names new chief client experience and marketing officer for Asia
Mahima Tankha Marwah has over two decades of experience in the finance industry.
Hong Kong’s insurance premiums dip in 2023
Its long-term business witnessed a contraction, whilst its general segment registered growth.
Prudential expected to maintain strong market position, low financial leverage
Prudential's capital and earnings are deemed very strong, S&P Global Ratings said.
India's health insurance market to surpass US
The sector has the potential to grow 18% to 20% in the next two decades.
Working Indian women lead in life insurance ownership
The financial security of urban Indian women have gone up to 62% in 2024 from 57% in 2019.
Claims soar to 19,932 after Victoria thunderstorm – ICA
About 85% of the claims are related to home and contents damage.
Regulatory change boosts capital options for Taiwanese insurers
The move can potentially reduce the cost of capital and broaden their investor base.
New equity requirements to foster competition in Indonesia's takaful sector
Fitch Ratings forecasts a growth rate of 5% to 10% for 2024.
Commercial property insurance to see 10.4% CAGR by 2028
Persistent economic climate significantly influences insurers' underwriting practices and pricing strategies.
SIAS calls for governance clarity from Great Eastern Holdings
SIAS urges the insurer’s board to consider and address shareholders' requests proactively.
Kairos names Jeffrey Khoo as CEO
Albert Lim was recently appointed as Kairos' Managing Director for Southeast Asia
Commentary
AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work