Frances Gagua
Hong Kong’s PAObank to offer free travel insurance to new customers
Hong Kong’s PAObank to offer free travel insurance to new customers
New customers must use the referral code "PAOBPR" to avail of the insurance.
Aussie insurance body urges strata law reforms to counter rising premiums
Building defects cost $1.3b annually for residential apartments across Australia.
FWD Insurance to purchase all outstanding notes of US$900m subordinated notes
It is also issuing new USD subordinated dated capital securities.
Dai-ichi Life Holdings sets up new firm to manage its investments and loans
It covers fixed income investment, alternative investment, and structured finance.
Cathay Century maintains strong balance sheet despite H1 capital dip
Its C&S may have declined by net profits retained "good momentum" during the period.
Japan’s Toa Re sees net income rise on underwriting improvement
It saw increased investment return from higher interest and dividend incomes.
Singlife grants counselling and coverage support pack for caregivers
The support package is worth over S$1,000, the insurer said.
MSIG Singapore to underwrite protection & indemnity risks with marine unit
Asia’s P&I segment is projected to grow by $200m by 2030.
Insurtech bolttech enters Kenyan market
It covers theft, accidental, and liquid damage
HSBC Singapore opens health and wellness centre at The Star Vista
The centre is brought to customer by HSBC Life Singapore.
bolttech, OMRON launch subscription plan for blood pressure monitor owners
It offers up to S$10,000 protection for heart attacks and strokes.
Shaping the Future of Financial Services: ABF & IA Summit 2025 Heads to Singapore
Leading voices from Google, HSBC Life, and GXS Bank will come together on 25 September to discuss critical issues shaping the banking and insurance industries.
Great Eastern to maintain capitalisation, profitability after failed privatisation
It should maintain its capitalisation even after the proposed share issuance.
Zurich Japan, Traveloka offers extra points for airline and travel insurance customers
This is for Japanese travellers who purchased airline tickets and travel insurance.
HSBC names Kate Subak as new CEO of HSBC Insurance (Bermuda)
She was previously COO of Sun Life International in Bermuda.
Indian Gen Z leads Millennials in health insurance knowledge: survey
Nearly 1 in 3 Indian Gen Zers said they are very confident about their understanding of it.
Why renewables remain a challenge for insurers
The market has a mixed record of delivering profits to insurers.
Commentary
AI isn’t replacing insurance, it’s finally making it work