General insurance

Australian regulator calls for better claims handling

ASIC expects the industry to improve its response to recent events and prioritise the resolution of outstanding claims related to 2022 floods.

Australian regulator calls for better claims handling

ASIC expects the industry to improve its response to recent events and prioritise the resolution of outstanding claims related to 2022 floods.

MSIG Singapore upgrades investment analytics with Clearwater tech

This will enable digital reporting, ensuring compliance with international standards such as IFRS 9.

Surge in demand for cyber, marine, cargo, and property insurance in SG and Malaysia

Success in both markets relies heavily on how they’ll navigate uncertainties.

Operating performance strong for ICICI Lombard: AM Best

Its underwriting results are offset by its reliance on investment income.

Chubb launches new occupational hazard insurance in Hong Kong

The insurer is also launching a new employee insurance benefit product for SMEs.

India extends ‘Use and File’ system

This allows insurers to market products whilst waiting for regulator approval.

Japanese general insurers shift focus to property and specialty lines

Motor insurance premium decline triggered this shift.

Growth continues for China's insurance market

The country came second behind the US in terms of total premium volume in 2020.

Malaysian central bank pushes upgrades to insurer, takaful capital framework

These upgrades ensure that the framework remains effective amidst shifting market conditions.

India's Digit Insurance secures $200m in latest funding round

The investment will result in a 5% dilution of the firm's equity.

Thai general insurance GWPs to hit $10.6b in 2025: report

Growth is expected to recover from 2022 onwards and will witness an upward trend.

Major South Korean insurers to stop underwriting new coal projects

The confirmation follows pressure from a network of civic groups.

AXA sells Malaysian insurance assets to Generali

The deals will turn Generali into Malaysia's second biggest P&C player.

CBA sells general insurance arm to Hollard Group

The two firms have struck a 15-year distribution deal for home and motor vehicle insurance.