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Industry experts dissect the region’s low usage rates for M&A insurance despite more industry players entering the field.
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Is ‘Londonisation’ good for Asia’s M&A insurance market?
Industry experts dissect the region’s low usage rates for M&A insurance despite more industry players entering the field.
1 hour ago
Improvement in underwriting bolsters Taiwan Life
Earnings may remain volatile due to the high proportion of interest-sensitive products.Â
1 hour ago
Rising claims spark fears amongst New Zealand home buyers
CEO urges insurers to ensure insurance accessibility.
1 hour ago
IRDAI sets rural coverage mandates for insurers
Coverage providers must offer a minimum level of protection in villages.
2 hours ago
Indonesia's life insurance to reach $12.1b GWP by 2028
Endowment insurance is forecasted to decline by 7.0% in 2024.
2 hours ago
BMS appoints new Auckland director
Richmond previously with Marsh in various global roles.
2 hours ago
FWD Insurance launches affordable microinsurance for Malaysians
Qaseh Bakti Plus offers three plans for individuals aged 18 to 55.
2 hours ago
Allianz launches new Sharia insurance in Indonesia
^ "https://vimeo.com/946071661"
Enhanced customer service and products after corporate restructuring.
18 hours ago
Allianz, GIFT, doctorShare boost remote healthcare in Indonesia
The initiative provided floating hospitals to remote islands in the country.
1 day ago
Global trade risks prompt exporters to consider insurance
45% of Chinese exporters are expecting their turnover to grow this year.
1 day ago
Insurance loyalty rises despite market challenges – Bain & Co.
Consumers increasingly value insurers excelling in ethics, legacy protection, and anxiety reduction.
1 day ago
Finance, banking sectors show the most interest in pension plans
About 142 IPPs and ISPs were established over the last five years.
1 day ago
India's life insurance APE grows 22% YoY in April
New business premiums surged by 61.2%.
1 day ago
Australian summers bring higher disease risk
High temperatures could impact agricultural production and health.
1 day ago
Persistent issues with late payments in Vietnam call for reform
A proposal to introduce separate criminal sanctions to address this issue has been raised.
1 day ago
Singlife introduces first market insurance for dementia care
Dementia is the 5th leading cause of disability in the country.
1 day ago
BMS appoints new Auckland director
2 hours ago
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Is ‘Londonisation’ good for Asia’s M&A insurance market?
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![Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia]()
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![Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance]()
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![AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants]()
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InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day
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![InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day]()
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![BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance]()
![BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance]()
As of November 2023, the bancassurance channel contributed 81% of BRI Life’s total premium revenue.
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Is ‘Londonisation’ good for Asia’s M&A insurance market?
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Industry experts dissect the region’s low usage rates for M&A insurance despite more industry players entering the field.
1 hour ago
Is ‘Londonisation’ good for Asia’s M&A insurance market?
Industry experts dissect the region’s low usage rates for M&A insurance despite more industry players entering the field.
1 hour ago
Improvement in underwriting bolsters Taiwan Life
Earnings may remain volatile due to the high proportion of interest-sensitive products.Â
1 hour ago
Rising claims spark fears amongst New Zealand home buyers
CEO urges insurers to ensure insurance accessibility.
1 hour ago
IRDAI sets rural coverage mandates for insurers
Coverage providers must offer a minimum level of protection in villages.
2 hours ago
Indonesia's life insurance to reach $12.1b GWP by 2028
Endowment insurance is forecasted to decline by 7.0% in 2024.
2 hours ago
BMS appoints new Auckland director
Richmond previously with Marsh in various global roles.
2 hours ago
FWD Insurance launches affordable microinsurance for Malaysians
Qaseh Bakti Plus offers three plans for individuals aged 18 to 55.
2 hours ago
Allianz launches new Sharia insurance in Indonesia
^ "https://vimeo.com/946071661"
Enhanced customer service and products after corporate restructuring.
18 hours ago
Allianz, GIFT, doctorShare boost remote healthcare in Indonesia
The initiative provided floating hospitals to remote islands in the country.
1 day ago
Global trade risks prompt exporters to consider insurance
45% of Chinese exporters are expecting their turnover to grow this year.
1 day ago
Insurance loyalty rises despite market challenges – Bain & Co.
Consumers increasingly value insurers excelling in ethics, legacy protection, and anxiety reduction.
1 day ago
Finance, banking sectors show the most interest in pension plans
About 142 IPPs and ISPs were established over the last five years.
1 day ago
India's life insurance APE grows 22% YoY in April
New business premiums surged by 61.2%.
1 day ago
Australian summers bring higher disease risk
High temperatures could impact agricultural production and health.
1 day ago
Persistent issues with late payments in Vietnam call for reform
A proposal to introduce separate criminal sanctions to address this issue has been raised.
1 day ago
Singlife introduces first market insurance for dementia care
Dementia is the 5th leading cause of disability in the country.
1 day ago
BMS appoints new Auckland director
2 hours ago
Highlights
Highlights
Exclusives
Insurance
Is ‘Londonisation’ good for Asia’s M&A insurance market?
Industry experts dissect the region’s low usage rates for M&A insurance despite more industry players entering the field.
1 hour ago
Insurance
Pressures mount for less desirable energy insurance placements
![Pressures mount for less desirable energy insurance placements]()
![Pressures mount for less desirable energy insurance placements]()
Industry experts eye offshore investments as most attractive, yet more expensive.
Insurance
Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia
![Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia]()
![Markel targets professional indemnity market in Australia]()
Head of professional and financial risks, Kym Beazleigh, explains the game plan in Markel’s strategic expansion.
Insurance
Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance
![Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance]()
![Natural disasters steer Asia Pacific towards parametric insurance]()
Swiss Re gives importance to parametric insurance amidst challenges like basis risk and modelling complexities.
Insurance
AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants
![AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants]()
![AXA Mandiri’s Shariah insurance fosters mutual assistance amongst participants]()
Risks are shared and covered collectively by all Participants (Takaful) to mutually help one another.
Insurance
InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day
![InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day]()
![InterContinental Singapore is saving insurance for a rainy day]()
NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.
BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance
![BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance]()
![BRI Life relies on bancassurance channels amidst increasing demand for insurance]()
As of November 2023, the bancassurance channel contributed 81% of BRI Life’s total premium revenue.
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Proactive dialogue with regulators, embracing tech advancements are key to preemptive compliance – EY's Anita Sun-Young Bong
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The EY Partner reiterated that though innovation carries inherent risks, balancing it with risk management through crisis simulation systems ensures sustainable progress.
The EY Partner reiterated that though innovation carries inherent risks, balancing it with risk management through crisis simulation systems ensures sustainable progress.
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Proactive dialogue with regulators, embracing tech advancements are key to preemptive compliance – EY's Anita Sun-Young Bong
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The EY Partner reiterated that though innovation carries inherent risks, balancing it with risk management through crisis simulation systems ensures sustainable progress.
The EY Partner reiterated that though innovation carries inherent risks, balancing it with risk management through crisis simulation systems ensures sustainable progress.
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