risk management

Hong Leong’s underwriting profitability to continue

Its shift toward fixed-income securities is expected to reduce volatility.
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Meiji Yasuda's LGA buy to boost core profits: Fitch Ratings

Core profits could rise $59m yearly.
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APAC insurers stable despite LA wildfires, says Fitch

Japanese non-life insurers operating in the US are expected to manage their losses.
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IFRS 17 raises financial statement clarity: Fitch

APAC insurers are reconsidering product offerings.

TONG YANG Life maintains stability amidst ownership change

Fitch notes that the transaction could impact business strategy.

APAC insurers wary of geopolitical instability in next two years

Cyber threats, on the other hand, are a moderate to severe risk.

PT Asuransi's capital strength to stay strong into medium-term

AM Best views TUGU’s investment portfolio to be of moderate risk.

Dai-ichi Life to cut equity risk by over 50% by 2030: Fitch Ratings

Its financial leverage is also seen to remain below 23%.

Japanese insurers see profit surge in H1 2024, investment gains

The outlook for fiscal 2024 remains positive, said CreditSights.

Insurance sector to aid in New Zealand climate policy development

The CE said a large portion of NZ-ers live in high-risk areas.

Southsure Assurance profitability tied to revenue control: Fitch Ratings

Limited presence and exposure to possible regulatory intervention challenge its profile.

Taiping Reinsurance financials not affected by LA fires: Fitch Ratings

It also reduced its US business in recent years to limit catastrophe exposure. 

Nippon Life maintains stability with strong capitalisation

Nissay’s capital position is supported by a 52% increase in absolute capital to $68b.

Fubon Insurance poised for 2024 turnaround

But the company’s capital position is unlikely to return to pre-pandemic levels.

Meiji Yasuda expected to sustain performance long-term

Last year, the company’s base profit was at $3.6b.

China's insurers to adjust investment risk controls

Big state insurers will be directed to raise both the size and proportion of their investments.