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Pay rises push more Australian earners into insurance-linked tax risk
Pay rises push more Australian earners into insurance-linked tax risk
Income threshold changes are prompting earlier policy decisions before the new financial year begins.
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Philippine insurance seen growing 9.6% vs 8.3% GDP growth
Philippine insurance seen growing 9.6% vs 8.3% GDP growth
The projection exceeds the expected pace of worldwide industry expansion.
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Chubb Life adds 3-year option to flagship savings plan
Chubb Life adds 3-year option to flagship savings plan
The new structure targets faster capital recovery and wealth accumulation goals.
11 hours ago
KoverNow launches watch insurance through Watch Exchange
KoverNow launches watch insurance through Watch Exchange
Luxury timepiece buyers can secure worldwide protection at checkout or later.
11 hours ago
Igloo to distribute Chubb Life products in Vietnam and Indonesia
Igloo to distribute Chubb Life products in Vietnam and Indonesia
Chubb Life products will be available in Ignite beginning June 2026.
1 day ago
QBE names Andy Tsui as corporate underwriting head for Hong Kong, Macau
QBE names Andy Tsui as corporate underwriting head for Hong Kong, Macau
He will also lead the insurer’s People Risk proposition across Asia.
1 day ago
Mahindra Manulife launches India insurance push
Mahindra Manulife launches India insurance push
MMIL was incorporated after approval from India’s Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
1 day ago
Lao PDR launches drought cover to pre-empt farm losses
Lao PDR launches drought cover to pre-empt farm losses
SEADRIF and FAO designed the pilot to release funding before damage intensifies.
1 day ago
TikTok pushes SME insurance into merchant platform
TikTok pushes SME insurance into merchant platform
ERGO NEXT offers liability workers compensation and cyber cover through seller onboarding.
1 day ago
Nippon Life core profit beats guidance by $1.1b: CreditSights
Nippon Life core profit beats guidance by $1.1b: CreditSights
FY 2025 core profit rose 28.8% to JPY1.30t from the initial guidance of JPY1.13t.
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FWD appoints Swiss Re dealmaker to board
FWD appoints Swiss Re dealmaker to board
Martin Zingg joins after the annual general meeting and takes a non-executive seat.
1 day ago
Vietnam requires social insurance for foreign workers with 12-month contracts
Vietnam requires social insurance for foreign workers with 12-month contracts
It applies to foreign citizens hired by Vietnamese employers.
2 days ago
South Korea insurers lift capital by $6b under K-ICS in December 2025
South Korea insurers lift capital by $6b under K-ICS in December 2025
Available capital reached $190.3b at the end of December.
2 days ago
Cambodia’s January 2026 premiums inch down to $42m
China insurers grow assets 15.1% to $6.2t in Q4 2025
China insurers grow assets 15.1% to $6.2t in Q4 2025
Insurance companies and asset managers held RMB41.3t at end 2025.
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How can Asia’s insurers turn financial anxiety into retirement action?
Many consumers delay retirement planning despite rising longevity risks.
How can Hong Kong insurers close protection gaps as cyber risks rise?
Most insurers still use cheques for some payments despite digital demand.
How can insurers turn AI spending into meaningful returns?
Many use AI in isolated parts of the business, limiting its financial impact.
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Companies rethink health cover as claim costs climb
MOH rider changes tighten coverage and lift co-payment exposure from April 2026.
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Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity
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Six in 10 patients delay treatment due to cost anxiety.
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Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains
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Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
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Southeast Asia insurers risk profit hit from weak data systems
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Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.
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Hong Kong insurer complaints rise for fourth straight year
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The Insurance Authority has flagged gaps in incentives, disclosure, and oversight.
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Rising climate losses test China’s insurance safety net
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Profitable insurers face limits in passing disaster risk despite market scale.
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War-risk underwriting tightens in Singapore as Gulf airspace disruptions persist
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Airlines reroute across Asia–Middle East routes as insurers reassess exposure and pricing risk.
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