Insurance

CEO on mounting regulatory challenges for APAC insurers

Guy Carpenter’s Tony Gallagher said adopting a multi-faceted approach is key to navigating the ever-evolving IFRS 17 requirements.

CEO on mounting regulatory challenges for APAC insurers

Guy Carpenter’s Tony Gallagher said adopting a multi-faceted approach is key to navigating the ever-evolving IFRS 17 requirements.

Advanced markets to drive half of new insurance premiums by 2034

Advanced APAC is expected to see strong growth in the life sector.

Income Insurance targets to fill billion-dollar financing gap in climate transition

The region skimmed its carbon intensity by 2.8%, far below the 17.2% needed.

FundPark, HKECIC bare pioneering effort for insured growth for Hong Kong SMEs

Their partnership integrated data analytics and credit insurance to aid and protect small-scale business operations.

India considers major reforms to 1938 Insurance Act

The bill amendments could potentially let insurers enter the banking industry.

India’s life insurance industry sees 20.2% YoY APE growth in June

CareEdge foresees medium-term outlook to remain positive.

China absorbs $13b loss in natural disasters in H1 2024

The government has allocated $570m for disaster management this year.

APAC leads in automotive usage-based insurance market growth

The global market, valued at $58b in 2023, is set to expand to $249b by 2032.

Expert debunks misconceptions impacting cyber insurance investment

A Forrester report found that only a quarter of firms possess standalone policies.

Allianz Lanka’s new CEO shares 5 strategies for insurers to drive growth

The market is expected to climb at a CAGR of 8% which insurers need to take advantage of.

Japanese life insurers' premium income hits $18b

Overall operating expenses pencilled in was $4b.

APAC insurance risk officers confront these 3 top concerns head-on

Discover how 2 insurance leaders tackle conduct risk, cybersecurity, and business model evolution.

Japan insurance giants to maintain improved financial performance in FY 2024

Thanks to higher domestic interest rates, diversified investments, and ongoing reforms. 

McKinsey highlights critical insurance strategies for 2024

Chief risk officers at a roundtable stressed the importance of capital management.

Cyber insurance costs drop amidst improved cyber hygiene

Global cyber insurance to hit $43b by 2030, Howden projects.

Taiwan's insurance sector posts $5.5b pre-tax profit in May

Its general insurance market surged nearly five times more than last year.