insurance

DB Insurance’s capital to remain resilient amidst hostile environment

Its operating performance is supported by its underwriting performance.

DB Insurance’s capital to remain resilient amidst hostile environment

Its operating performance is supported by its underwriting performance.

India gov’t to sell 6.8% stake in General Insurance Corp

The stake will be sold at a floor price of INR395 per share.

Rate hikes likely to boost Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire’s domestic non-life growth

The insurer has maintained a solid return on equity of 7.4% from 2019 to 2023.

Income Insurance launches first hourly travel coverage

The product replaces the previous version, which was limited to Bintan, Batam, and Malaysia. 

China's insurance reforms aim to support smaller insurers

However, larger insurers continue to dominate the market.

Cathay Insurance benefits from diversified investments, strong liquidity

Its consolidated adjusted capital and surplus grew by 16% end-2023.

Construction insurance sector set for growth with energy, utility projects

Energy and infrastructure projects are expected to climb 7.8% and 5.1%, accordingly.

Insurers adapt to serve Hong Kong, Singapore family offices

UHNW and HNW families are expected to reach $5.8t in wealth by 2030.

IRDAI sets 30-day free-look period for policies

Insurers are required to provide a tool on their websites for verifying authorised distribution channels.

Pru Life UK launches fund with access to global tech giants

The fund will allow investors to participate in dollar-denominated equity assets.

Complex insurance processes alienate tech-savvy users

About a third of Asian travellers purchase insurance only days before a trip.

Regulator pushes for mergers in Indonesia amidst premium stagnation

Insurance penetration in Indonesia has declined to 2.64% in 2023.

ICA unveils roadmap to temper skills and talent shortage in insurance sector

Nine in 10 insurance employers struggled to find skilled staff last year.

Allianz reels two new senior hires to boost health line

Both have over a decade's worth of experience.

Zurich Financial hires UK executive as ANZ risk chief

The CRO will succeed Jaimie Sach, who is retiring after three decades in the industry.

New Singlife campaign offers up to 4.5% returns amidst inflation woes

It is available for the first S$10,000 in an account.

Cathay Life net profit surges to $2b despite premiums decline

Premium slump was driven by weaker demand for investment-linked and interest-sensitive annuities.