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Japan’s LNG resales surge as domestic demand falls

Japan’s LNG resales surge as domestic demand falls

Domestic LNG use rose slightly but is still about 20% below FY2018 levels.

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APAC insurers pivot $3.8t into private market assets

Senior execs across Singapore and Australia are targeting a 13% increase in unlisted holdings.

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1 in 5 APAC employers review insurance cover amidst higher medical costs

48% of workers say coverage shapes job moves, and 70% would stay longer for strong benefits.

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Hong Kong insurers post weaker 2024 as premiums slip

This is based on the recent data released by the Insurance Authority for the 2024 fiscal year.

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Australia's personal accident and health to hit $28b by 2030

It recorded 5.3% expansion in 2025, reflecting pricing resilience.

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Asia-Pacific insurers face $200b legacy tech burden

Outdated tech and entrenched processes continue to hamper operations.

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Green procurement $6.5t to $8.5t lever, WEF says

Report urges firms to sharpen business cases and governments to de-risk capital.

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Shipping lags as other sectors drive green fuel markets: report

BCG says road, power, and aviation are shaping the supply of biofuels, ammonia, and methanol.

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Fossil fuels to supply up to 55% of energy by 2050

This will be driven by energy needs in transport, heavy industry, data centres and buildings.

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Commercial insurance rates sink 5% across Asia amidst rise in cyber demand

Insurers broadened protection to cover supply chain attacks and social engineering fraud.

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Philippines’ insurance penetration stalls at 1.79% as payouts hit $3b

Density jumps to ₱4,414.58 in 2025, crossing ₱4,000 for the first time in 10 years.

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Japan life premiums grow 5.4% CAGR amidst yield volatility

Gross written premiums are projected to reach $334b by 2030 following a 2024 contraction.

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HK-China insurers target offshore wealth as agent count hits 5.5-year high

Expanding HK talent schemes drove life insurance agent numbers up 9% by December 2025.

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Singapore life insurers log $5.16b as LIA flags 2026 caution

Industry expands 11.3% in 2025 whilst leadership signals unpredictability ahead.

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Non-life insurance outlook holds as India cuts GST to 0%

Individual life and health cover have become more affordable after the tax rate fell from 18%.

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Insurance businesses lose over $1.14m a year to payment fraud

The report warns transaction fraud can escalate into claims fraud if missed early.

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Nearly all CEOs forecast revenue growth as HK outpaces global peers in AI

More than half of Hong Kong firms use AI for revenue, whilst 56% cite cyber risks.

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