General insurance

Korea commercial insurance competition drives premiums lower in Q3

Underwriting remains generally flexible, although insurers are more cautious.

India insurance market to rank sixth globally

The government is also moving towards allowing 100% foreign ownership in insurance.

Bangladesh regulator scraps non-life insurance agent licensing

Insurers will no longer be allowed to engage individual agents.

Pet accident-only insurance hits $1.5b in 2025

Looking ahead, the market is projected to reach $1.80b by 2029.

Hong Kong insurers pay $33.4m after Tai Po fire

For life insurance, residents of Wang Fuk Court hold about 10,660 policies.

India non-life premiums surge 24.2% in November 2025

The growth was supported by higher premiums in health, fire, motor, and other segments.

Wealth and retirement products lift Singapore insurers’ premiums

The Top 50 Insurance 2024 rankings show recovery from the 2023 downturn.

Malaysia’s non-life market stable as tariff liberalisation boosts pricing flexibility

The industry’s growth will also be supported by rising demand for digital insurance products.

Legal protection insurance slated for 7.7% through 2029

Future growth is expected to come from increased use of digital legal platforms.

Malaysia motor insurance premiums hit $3.3b by 2030

Lower borrowing costs are also expected to support vehicle purchases. 

Will regulatory shifts shape NZ non-life insurers’ outlook?

New regulatory requirements continue to raise costs for insurers.

Chinese insurers expand digital solutions to customise coverage

Underwriting remains disciplined and selective as insurers prioritise achieving profitability. 

Insurers controlling 90% of Japan's market tighten terms

Pricing continues to rise, although the pace of property rate increases has slowed.

Singapore’s non-life insurers see growth as offshore business expands

However, competition from global carriers continues to squeeze margins.

China's non-life insurance sector should remain stable: AM Best

Insurers continue to face weak domestic demand, the agency said.

Guaranteed asset protection insurance guaranteed to reach $12b by 2033

Demand continues to rise as vehicle accidents increase and more consumers finance new and used cars.