risk management
Asian reinsurers grow abroad as overseas premiums near half share
Asian reinsurers grow abroad as overseas premiums near half share
US premiums now account for 18% of major Asian reinsurers’ portfolios.
Aon says insurers must embed relevance to outperform in soft markets
The global reinsurance capacity reached a record $720b in 2025.
Sumitomo Life maintains stable outlook: Moody’s
Annualised net premiums of in-force policies rose 6.5% in fiscal 2024.
Allianz Ayudhya to keep adequate performance with health, commercial growth
Despite this, operations stayed profitable in early 2025.
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial’s profitability to strengthen in next 18 months
The improvement is projected to come from revenue growth.
Malayan Insurance outlook stable as earnings supported by investment income
AM Best emphasised continued underwriting volatility from catastrophe and large loss events.
AM Best expects Malaysian Life Re performance to remain adequate in 2025
In 2024, Malaysian Life Re reported a negative insurance service result.
Hyundai Insurance targets premium growth with electric vehicle focus
But AM Best expects underwriting and overall operating losses to persist.
KB Insurance Indonesia targets growth, capital boost ahead of 2026 rules
AM Best projects more stable underwriting as the insurer expands its motor portfolio.
Central Re sees capital rise with stronger surplus in 2024
Central Re is expected to retain its market leadership.
Manulife earnings growth seen continuing on Asia, wealth units: Morningstar
Net earned premiums are projected to grow 3.9% in 2026.
CPIC Life HK strengthens growth outlook with Moody’s forecast
Its pursuit for strong premium growth from a low base will likely to reduce its capital coverage ratio.
China P&I posts steady profits with strong reinsurance support: AM Best
It is also seen to sustain stable earnings.
United Overseas Insurance maintains growth outlook on strength of fire segment
Thanks to its Singapore market and access through UOB’s bancassurance channel.
Prudential set to post 12% rise in H1 new business profit: UOBKayHian
Analysts forecast a total shareholder return yield of around 5% for 2026 to 2027.
PICC Hong Kong improves market share with reinsurance gains: AM Best
Profitability is stable, with 2024 earnings driven by investment income.
DB Insurance holds steady on profits amidst market pressures: AM Best
Operating performance is projected to remain solid.
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