insurance
FWD Hong Kong introduces One&All insurance plan with tiered benefits
FWD Hong Kong introduces One&All insurance plan with tiered benefits
FWD is also partnering with the Hong Kong Pharmaceutical Care Foundation.
Swiss Re takes first place in list of IFRS 17 reporters: AM Best
The reinsurer reported $36.2b of reinsurance revenue at end-2024.
Bupa Hong Kong introduces Blua Health Pass to expand affordable coverage
Customers can access discounted rates of up to 67% across 380 service points.
CFC launches Connect portal for cyber insurance in New Zealand
The portal also lets brokers adjust limits and deductibles without underwriter input.
Over 90% of medical, health insurance and takaful policies saw hikes below 10%
The government has also rolled out the RESET initiative.
Business travel accident insurance market to hit $26b by 2033
This represents a compound annual growth rate of 23.3%.
Actuaries Institute backs APRA review of annuity capital rules
The Institute’s submission called for a more principles-based approach.
Dental insurance market forecasted 9.3% annual growth through 2034
Employers are also expanding coverage to reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Monetary Authority of Macao boosts standards for insurance intermediaries
It also launched a public online registry of intermediaries.
Hyundai Insurance targets premium growth with electric vehicle focus
But AM Best expects underwriting and overall operating losses to persist.
MS&AD posts $1.51b profit in Q1 2025 on underwriting gains
Japan’s nonlife business posted stronger underwriting profit as earned premiums rose.
Howden Re reels in Candy Wong as head of treaty
Her appointment comes as Howden Re builds its Hong Kong platform.
Canopius unveils new casualty treaty underwriter
He joins from MS Amlin Singapore.
KB Insurance Indonesia targets growth, capital boost ahead of 2026 rules
AM Best projects more stable underwriting as the insurer expands its motor portfolio.
AM Best sees reinsurance outlook supported by strong capital
The absence of significant new market entrants has helped maintain market discipline.
Only 47% of eligible clients hold cyber cover
Arctic Wolf sees cyber insurers facing higher claims in 2025.
Central Re sees capital rise with stronger surplus in 2024
Central Re is expected to retain its market leadership.
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