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Broker deals set stage for faster 2025 insurance M&A

Broker deals set stage for faster 2025 insurance M&A

Strategic buyers and private equity investors are likely to remain active.
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Malaysia Management Excellence Awards 2025 celebrates exceptional leadership and innovation

This year’s awards programme commended standout leaders and businesses who set new standards in their industries.
20 hours ago

Insurers controlling 90% of Japan's market tighten terms

Pricing continues to rise, although the pace of property rate increases has slowed.
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India insurance market sees moderating premium growth: Report

Growth in key lines is being weighed down by a slowdown in agriculture and motor.
2 days ago

Smart ports market to reach $15.5b by 2032

This will be driven by IoT, automation, and trade expansion.
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China life premiums projected to rise from $679.5b in 2026 to $927.5b in 2030

This represents a CAGR of 7.9% in direct written premiums.
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Singapore’s non-life insurers see growth as offshore business expands

However, competition from global carriers continues to squeeze margins.
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What will drive the APAC life insurance market to bag $2t in five years?

India and China are major drivers of the sector’s growth.

Singapore’s CNE plans over $1b push into Asian renewables

It’s working with banks on financing and will issue REITs to diversify funding sources.

China's non-life insurance sector should remain stable: AM Best

Insurers continue to face weak domestic demand, the agency said.

86% of Southeast Asian consumers shop actively in online malls

Data showed strong preference for brand‑led platforms.

Why Indian companies increase use of insurance after cyber threats rise

Indian companies reported heavy financial losses tied to key insurable risks.

Sarulla eyes full geothermal output recovery with mitigation technologies

A well drilled in 2023 added 20 MW, and a second one is planned for 2026.

Malaysia sees stable non-life growth amidst premium rise

Gross direct premiums reached $5.43b in 2024, up 7% from the previous year.

What type of insurance coverage do Indians prefer now?

Women are increasingly choosing Critical Illness (CI) riders.

Why Japan’s insurers brace for heavy payouts in projected quake scenarios

Nankai Trough earthquake has a 60% to 90% probability of occurring.