insurance
Asia watch claims jump 21% as theft rises
Asia watch claims jump 21% as theft rises
The global average increase was lower at 17% over the past three years.
Only 2 in 5 insurers use AI for underwriting
Across 10 major markets, researchers identified 126 active insurance artificial intelligence cases.
Malaysia fire premiums climb 6.9% on rebuild costs
The segment generated RM700.8m in underwriting profit during 2025.
Australia offsets India slowdown as APAC insurance deals hold at 16
Regional activity stayed at 16 transactions in the first quarter of 2026.
How can insurers win customers' trust in AI?
Consumers will switch providers over data privacy or transparency concerns.
Indonesia credit claims jump 17% in Q1 2026
The loss ratio climbed above 100% during January to March.
South Korea shields doctors from $1.2m claims
The government will pay the full $1,138 annual premium per specialist.
Allianz says $125b in cargo remains stranded in Gulf
Hull and cargo premiums increased during the conflict.
This week in insurance: Asians prioritise self-sufficiency, AI gaps emerge, and disaster losses mount
MAS to consult on new Protected Cell Company structure for insurance.
Philippine life insurers lift premiums 15% as density hits record
Per capita insurance spending reached $70.15 in 2025 from $62.30 a year earlier.
Howden Re expands China push with three hires
The senior executives will be based in Hong Kong across specialist reinsurance divisions.
Markel hires Ang to grow Asia terrorism cover
Ang joins from Everest, where he led political violence and terrorism for Asia.
Allianz ranks 11th in finance workplace list
Great Place To Work surveyed 18,712 employees across Australia in finance and insurance.
APAC insurers stay stable despite claims pressure: Fitch Ratings
Non-life insurers face higher claims costs that are reducing underwriting margins.
South Korea eases AI rules as oversight tightens
Regulators will accelerate network separation reforms for financial AI systems.
Asia-Pacific insurers turn to emerging market debt for yield
Investment-grade issuance now accounts for more than half of the market.
India regulator probes insurance AI risks with working group
The seven-member group will be chaired by IIIT Hyderabad director Sandeep K. Shukla.
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