insurance
16% plan insurance exit as Australian premiums spike
But 41% of Australians will keep their current provider.
Philippine deposit insurer raises maximum coverage to P1m
Previously, the MDIC amount was $8,630.44 (₱500,000).
Insurers shift from traditional to real-time risk analysis
Thanks to increased AI-adoption, threats are also rising with phishing attacks up 135% in 2 months.
Singlife Financial Advisers unveils new CEO
Before this role, he held leadership positions at Singlife and Aviva Singapore.
Australia opens consultation for annuity products capital settings
The key proposal will modify the calculation of the ‘illiquidity premium’.
Swiss Re appoints new CUO, Patrick Raaflaub to retire
Raaflaub will retire by the end of September 2025.
SEADRIF, FAO partner to assess Agricultural Risk Finance Facility
Both seek to address this by improving access to data, models, and insurance.
Grandtag Financial reels in new chief proposition officer
They have over two decades of experience.
Pru Life UK’s Manila headquarters embraces hybrid work
The office has recreational and wellness areas to help employees recharge.
This week in insurance: Australia's insurance sector faces cost pressures
6 in 10 Australians said they are willing to spend more on protection against disasters.
Insurers, governments must address longevity challenges together
People in developed countries tend to underestimate their lifespans.
Muang Thai Life’s profitability set for medium-term recovery
Fitch also projects capitalisation to stay stable in 2025.
China’s FIs urged to refine services for credit support
The NFRA also highlighted the role of technology in improving inclusive finance.
Indonesian association, Gadjah Mada University ink deal for upskilling
The collaboration aims to address the shortage of actuarial professionals.
VSS, World Bank target wider social insurance coverage in Vietnam
The world organisation hopes to aid Vietnam’s goal of a 60% coverage target by 2030.
Philippine gov’t insurer sees net income surge of 21% YoY in 2024.
It disbursed $3.06b (₱179.92b) in claims and benefits last year.
Commentary
The increasing number of affluent individuals in India and their evolving insurance needs
Rethinking insurance for the masses