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FWD enhances insurance with digital marketing strategies
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Digital marketing is amongst the most in-demand marketing skills in 2023.
Allianz Trade backs Prometheus for disability support
The insurer will provide financial support and aid with strategic and visibility matters.
Manulife Singapore upgrades income-generating product
About 9 in 10 S’poreans said they want to earn without working.
Moody's says FTLife to maintain profitability
The ratings agency expects strong capital reserves, surpassing regulatory minimums.
Indonesia's vehicle sales drop risks finco asset quality
Fitch expects finco sector receivables to grow at a high-single-digit rate in 2024.
Insurers adapt to EV demands with specialised risk products
EV insurance is estimated to surge $687.62b by 2029.
Declining yields pose risks to China's insurance sector
In late 2023, regulators eased some C-ROSS rules, prompting insurers to raise capital via perpetual bond issuance.
Overseas ventures of South Korean insurers post mixed results in FY’23
Insurers have operated 41 overseas businesses in 11 countries as of yearend.
New Zealand supports comprehensive reform of insurance legislation
The ICNZ also pledges to collaborate with the government and regulators.
Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China
AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.
Sun Life unveils new ESG-focused critical illness plan
The plan covers 188 illnesses and 38 complex surgeries.
HKIA welcomes World Bank’s second Cat bond, worth $150m
It will offer coverage against storm risks in Jamaica.
FWD Names Salvilla chief health officer of new unit
Dr. Salvilla joined FWD back in March 2021.
GX Bank, Zurich Malaysia ink 10-year bancassurance partnership
They will co-create micro digital insurance products for Malaysians.
Triple P Capital acquires 85% stake in MAAGAP
The investing group aims to boost its presence in the Philippines.

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FWD enhances insurance with digital marketing strategies
^ "https://vimeo.com/943538832"
Digital marketing is amongst the most in-demand marketing skills in 2023.
Allianz Trade backs Prometheus for disability support
The insurer will provide financial support and aid with strategic and visibility matters.
Manulife Singapore upgrades income-generating product
About 9 in 10 S’poreans said they want to earn without working.
Moody's says FTLife to maintain profitability
The ratings agency expects strong capital reserves, surpassing regulatory minimums.
Indonesia's vehicle sales drop risks finco asset quality
Fitch expects finco sector receivables to grow at a high-single-digit rate in 2024.
Insurers adapt to EV demands with specialised risk products
EV insurance is estimated to surge $687.62b by 2029.
Declining yields pose risks to China's insurance sector
In late 2023, regulators eased some C-ROSS rules, prompting insurers to raise capital via perpetual bond issuance.
Overseas ventures of South Korean insurers post mixed results in FY’23
Insurers have operated 41 overseas businesses in 11 countries as of yearend.
New Zealand supports comprehensive reform of insurance legislation
The ICNZ also pledges to collaborate with the government and regulators.
Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China
AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.
Sun Life unveils new ESG-focused critical illness plan
The plan covers 188 illnesses and 38 complex surgeries.
HKIA welcomes World Bank’s second Cat bond, worth $150m
It will offer coverage against storm risks in Jamaica.
FWD Names Salvilla chief health officer of new unit
Dr. Salvilla joined FWD back in March 2021.
GX Bank, Zurich Malaysia ink 10-year bancassurance partnership
They will co-create micro digital insurance products for Malaysians.
Triple P Capital acquires 85% stake in MAAGAP
The investing group aims to boost its presence in the Philippines.

Exclusives

Insurance Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia
Head of professional and financial risks, Kym Beazleigh, explains the game plan in Markel’s strategic expansion.
Insurance Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance
Swiss Re gives importance to parametric insurance amidst challenges like basis risk and modelling complexities.
Insurance AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants
Risks are shared and covered collectively by all Participants (Takaful) to mutually help one another.
Insurance InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day
NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.
BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance
As of November 2023, the bancassurance channel contributed 81% of BRI Life’s total premium revenue.
Insurance How women in power are the key to business success
Industry experts share their thoughts on how women in business can be the ultimate growth driver.
Insurance Hong Kong’s women in insurance rising in a male-dominated business sector
Hong Kong’s female insurance executives show how they take on leadership roles.

Join the Insurance Asia community