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How much did Singapore’s life insurers pay out in H1 2025?

Investment-linked products made up 43% of new sales in the period.

India’s non-life insurance premiums rise 2.4% in July 2024

The Bima Trinity initiative is expected to drive further sector growth.

Asia’s reinsurers expand into mature global markets

AM Best’s Asia Reinsurance Composite posted higher net income in 2024.

Insurers may need to hire remotely to bridge talent gap

There is strong demand for actuaries, while underwriting faces a shortage.

GlobalData says 41.9% see green insurance as essential

Meanwhile, 30.5% said such products are not essential.

Indexed life plans rise as Singapore heirs shun family firms

They offer stability and in-depth estate planning solutions.

Taiwan’s insurers report $650m loss in H1 2025 earnings

In contrast, non-life insurers posted a pre-tax profit of $0.52b.

3 in 10 Taiwanese Gen Z investors now include insurance in their portfolios

Younger investors aim to manage risk whilst building long-term wealth.

Hong Kong insurance premiums hit $28.6b in Q1 2025

This was driven by robust growth in both long-term and general insurance business.

Insurers broaden AI use beyond underwriting in Q3 2025

The industry saw higher AI adoption rates in customer service.

Oona Insurance eyes M&A to boost earnings

Stricter capital rules are pushing weaker players out of the Philippine market.

Only 4% of insurers fully trust AI agents despite growing interest

42% of insurers have yet to develop a formal strategy for deploying AI agents.

Hong Kong general insurance market to hit $10.9b by 2029

Personal accident and health insurance is expected to remain the largest segment.