Health insurance
Mental health claims threaten insurers and employers by 2030
Mental health claims threaten insurers and employers by 2030
Zurich studied six markets, including Australia, Malaysia and the UK.
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AIA Singapore turns 95, launches new illness plan
The new plan was introduced as part of the insurer’s 95th anniversary.
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Activ Yuva ties insurance to young Indians’ lifestyle
Coverage and rewards now shift with daily activity sleep and nutrition tracking.
Australians use healthcare BNPL as premiums rise 4.41%
April’s premium increase was the steepest average rise in a decade.
Ping An Health growth weakens as insurance model shifts
Transition from off policy to on policy benefits reshapes earnings timing.
India insurers reject 20% of recent claims
Six in ten respondents waited 6 to 48 hours for approval and hospital release.
India health insurers hit policyholders with 50% to 200% hikes
More than 7 in 10 respondents said costs climbed sharply between 2022 and 2025.
1 in 5 Singaporeans want coverage with digital mental health tools
Only 60% view AI mental health tools positively, lagging physical and financial services.
Asia and European insurers lead as US peers lose $226b in market cap
Asian and European insurers captured seven of the top 10 global spots.
Hong Kong reviews medical insurance on affordability concerns
The regulator also said it plans to introduce further measures to support the captive insurance market.
Nine in 10 Malaysians delay care despite insurance support
Over half also report difficulty booking or managing consultations through digital channels.
AIA launches ProsperLife as mortality gap hits HK$1.9m per adult
New policy targets working adults facing severe financial strain from unexpected death.
1 in 5 of Australians regret no insurance as premiums rise 4.41%
Average policyholders already pay about $164.2 monthly for coverage.
Aditya Birla Health Insurance study cuts preventable claims by 31%
The analysis covered diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, obesity and asthma.
How 27% of Australians rank health insurance amongst the top 3 bill worries
Consumer Sentiment Tracker shows cover is already a major source of recurring payment strain.
How Ping An Health grew as AI cut consultation costs 45%
The decline was recorded in the fourth quarter of 2025 as automation deepened.
Allianz Malaysia adds 25% cover to push policy sales
Shield Plus users aged 40 and below qualify for the enhanced principal sum insured.