Health insurance
Singapore premiums rise sharply as health costs bite harder
Singapore premiums rise sharply as health costs bite harder
Despite the rise in insurance costs, overall price pressures remain contained.
Prudential Care360 includes surgery, ICU, and infectious disease cover
The plan also offers daily income payouts when the policyholder is hospitalised.
Indians prioritise insurance for protection against rising health costs
A third also reported buying more coverage to supplement their corporate health plans.
Policybazaar expands health insurance access for global Indian families
Health insurance in India is at least 35% cheaper than in other countries.
9 in 10 Indian policyholders seek auto-replenish feature in health insurance
Yet, 32% are still unaware of the details of their plans.
Future Generali expands health insurance offering amidst medical cost surge
Over 80% are uncertain about whether their current health insurance is sufficient.
Bowtie debuts first term critical illness plan for children, pregnant women
Bowtie’s new plan is a term-based product with no savings component.
Chubb Life Hong Kong offers digital plan with life and accidental death cover
The product does not require a health examination or financial background check.
FWD launches cross-border medical plans amidst rising demand in GBA
Nearly a third of residents have sought treatment in China.
AXA Hong Kong launches endoscopy concierge for cross-border healthcare
The plan expands coverage beyond lung and breast cancer.
India’s mental health insurance claims rise 30% amidst growing awareness
Most claims were for mild to moderate conditions.
Indonesia’s PA&H slated for 13.4% CAGR through 2029
Growth in 2025 alone is estimated at 14.2%.
Manulife Hong Kong launches two critical illness products with income aid
One of the plans covers 121 critical illnesses and diseases.
India’s insurance penetration rises to 41% on public schemes growth
India’s healthcare and hospital sector is moving to aggressive expansion.
Half of Indians risk financial strain by selecting insufficient health coverage
51% incorrectly believe that critical illness treatments cost less than Rs5 lakh.
Philippines calls for more gender-specific insurance and HMO plans
The commission also encourages gender-sensitive plans and programmes.
APAC’s group health insurance market slated for 12.2% CAGR by 2031
Globally, the market is seen to bag $1.8t.
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