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Will geopolitical sanctions or new ships shape the tanker market?

Will geopolitical sanctions or new ships shape the tanker market?

Return to Red Sea routes would cause a 2% to 3% demand reduction.

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Why APAC insurers average 35% of assets with external managers

Allocations range from 24% to 45% across firms managing a combined $2.6t.

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Singapore’s Tuas Power to shift Tembusu plant to full biomass by 2028

It will lower emissions by a million tonnes yearly and cut carbon-tax expenses.

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Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia

Two-thirds of Asians fear their wealth will not outlast their children’s generation.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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86% of Southeast Asian consumers shop actively in online malls

Data showed strong preference for brand‑led platforms.

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Maritime industry needs urgent and coordinated investment for net-zero goal

Hong Kong is seen to have a major role in this transition.

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Why Indian companies increase use of insurance after cyber threats rise

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

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