insurance

China’s non-life insurance market shifts focus toward specialty lines in 2024

Motor insurance remains the largest segment at about 54% of premiums.

Swiss Re’s net income jumps 85% year-to-date

The company is on track to meet its full-year net income target of more than $4.4b.

Singapore insurers face rising claims with medical costs set to climb

57% of insurers expect further increases in medical cost over the next three years.

Insurers must expand cyber protection as Singapore shipowners upgrade security

Insurers must update underwriting as cyber navigation disruptions rise.

Willis strengthens Asia cyber team with Keating and Grijalva roles

Keating will be based in Singapore, whilst Grijalva in Hong Kong.

Chubb boosts embedded insurance with AI engine for digital partners

It helps improve customer engagement and boost conversion by matching protection products.

Ping An strengthens insurance plus rehab model with new facility

The facility is linked to Ping An Health Insurance’s direct payment system.

How did Philippine insurers perform in Q3 2025?

Insurance penetration climbed to 1.85% in Q3 2025.

APAC insurance M&A cools with fewer Q3 deals

Despite that, Asian insurers continued to pursue overseas expansion.

Why 4.5 million Australians skip insurance claims over premiums

The most commonly skipped claims were for home and car insurance.

3 in 5 Singaporeans worried they can’t afford vital medical care

There is also uncertainty over where to seek treatment adds to the problem.

Philippines launches parametric insurance for small fishers

The insurance will provide payouts of up to $100 per policy cycle.

Children drive surge in pollution-linked health claims in India

Pollution-related illnesses now form more than 8% of total hospitalisation claims

How did Singapore's life insurance sector perform year-to-date?

Business premiums for life insurance recorded $4.76b, whilst integrated shield plans accounted $496.5m.

Why Asia-Pacific insurance is expanding with regulatory reforms

Some markets require formal assessments, creating opportunities for industry players.