Insurance

Life insurance reaches new high in Hong Kong

This marked a 57% year-on-year in annualised new premiums.

Australia, NZ retail banks face tougher headwinds

Both loans and deposits will see increased competition.

CEO unfolds how Indonesian firms can focus on growth amidst new regulations

Whilst the market drives towards growth, new rules shrink insurer presence.

Higher EV sales to surface new insurance risk factors: SRI

EV insurance can take the global market size to more than $200b in 2030.

Commitment issues rise amidst climate risks dampen insurance reliability

Typhoon Koinu alone in 2023 led to over $500m in insurance claims.

Japanese insurers eye profit from hikes in fire and auto insurance

FY24 profit targets exceeded Jefferies’ forecasts.

HK insurers’ Q1 premiums mounts $22b in premiums

On a year-on-year basis, it climbed 12.2%.

How Grandtag secures the bag for Asia’s richest

Grandtag Financial’s regional CEO spills how ‘jumbo life insurance’ attracts UHNWIs in Asia.

Pet insurance market set to reach $40.2b by 2033

In the region, China and India have the largest pet population.

Chinese insurers deem it wise to move to alternative investments

Analysts see new regulations driving a conservative shift as insurers seek stability amidst volatile markets.

India’s non-life sector could see 15% growth in the medium-term

This would be driven by India’s GDP and disposable income levels. 

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.

Generali China deal tops Q1’24 APAC transactions

Generali agreed to buy a 51% stake in Generali China Insurance.