Staff Reporter

Vietnam’s non-life market holds steady with 2024 premium rise: AM Best

AM Best warned of low investment returns and rising reinsurance costs.

Australians waste dental benefits by skipping no-gap cover

Using a no-gap provider twice a year could save individuals $124.78 annually.

Shriram General reports 9% profit growth in Q1 FY 2026

The company issued 15.41 lakh policies in the quarter.

Global insurance M&A volume falls with 95 H1 2025 deals

Asia-Pacific was the third highest in terms of deals closed.

Insurers must adapt to 'liquid risk' amidst growing global volatility

Climate-related losses and AI-driven misinformation are already straining the industry. 

YF Life unveils indexed universal life insurance cover in Hong Kong

The company plans to continue expanding its product lineup.

QBE Foundation delivers S$875k for insurance-led climate aid

The funding will help provide insurance access.

United Overseas Insurance maintains growth outlook on strength of fire segment

Thanks to its Singapore market and access through UOB’s bancassurance channel.

HSBC Life posts 21.5% share of new premiums in Q1 2025

The insurer wrote over HK$20b in new business premiums during the period. 

HSBC Singapore opens health and wellness centre at The Star Vista

The centre is brought to customer by HSBC Life Singapore.

AXA sells AXA IM to BNP Paribas in $6.34b asset deal

AXA Philippines said there will be no changes to its investment-linked life insurance funds.

Prudential set to post 12% rise in H1 new business profit: UOBKayHian

Analysts forecast a total shareholder return yield of around 5% for 2026 to 2027.

Hong Kong insurance premiums hit $28.6b in Q1 2025

This was driven by robust growth in both long-term and general insurance business.

Insurers broaden AI use beyond underwriting in Q3 2025

The industry saw higher AI adoption rates in customer service.