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8 in 10 Australians back private health insurance reform
8 in 10 Australians back private health insurance reform
Only 20% of policyholders want the current insurer Medicare and patient fee mix retained.
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How India's non-life premiums jumped 14.9% in January 2026
How India's non-life premiums jumped 14.9% in January 2026
It marks the 3rd straight month of double-digit expansion.
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Zurich Insurance Group net income jumps 17% to $7b
Zurich Insurance Group net income jumps 17% to $7b
P&C business operating profit rose 22% to $5.1b.
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Nippon Life nears FY 2025 revenue goal of $52b
Nippon Life nears FY 2025 revenue goal of $52b
It registered $48b in insurance and service revenue, up 18.7% during 9M 2025.
11 hours ago
Great Eastern profit jumps 21% despite 15% sales drop
Great Eastern profit jumps 21% despite 15% sales drop
Total weighted new sales declined 15% as the insurer adjusted its product mix.
1 day ago
Tokio Marine Insurance Singapore to remain central to Asia operations: S&P
Tokio Marine Insurance Singapore to remain central to Asia operations: S&P
The ratings agency says business growth should continue alongside underwriting discipline.
1 day ago
Hong Kong pushes insurers to back low-altitude economy
Hong Kong pushes insurers to back low-altitude economy
Operators of small unmanned aircraft must carry third-party liability cover of $1.3m to $2.6m.
1 day ago
Zurich to acquire ClearView for $293m
Zurich to acquire ClearView for $293m
Shareholders are set to receive $0.46 in cash per share.
1 day ago
Manulife Singapore issues record-breaking $408m single life insurance policy
Manulife Singapore issues record-breaking $408m single life insurance policy
The landmark issuance follows surge in HNW demand.
1 day ago
Allianz General expands financial cover for SME and foreign worker policyholders
Allianz General expands financial cover for SME and foreign worker policyholders
SMEs facing forced closures of over 48 hours can get up to MYR20,000 ($5,100).
2 days ago
QBE Insurance expected to hit $2b net income in 2026: S&P
QBE Insurance expected to hit $2b net income in 2026: S&P
Exit from non-core lines will benefit the group, and capital will remain strong.
2 days ago
QBE names Carles Tondo as Asia head of property
QBE names Carles Tondo as Asia head of property
Tondo was head of property and technical lines from another insurer.
2 days ago
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions to acquire QBE credit unit
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions to acquire QBE credit unit
The portfolio is projected to deliver about $200m in yearly income across ANZ, UK.
2 days ago
Sun Life profit climbs as Asia sales jump 49%
Sun Life profit climbs as Asia sales jump 49%
Individual insurance revenue in the region totalled $894m across Hong Kong, India, and Indonesia.
2 days ago
Zurich APAC gross premiums reach $7.5b in 2025
Zurich APAC gross premiums reach $7.5b in 2025
It handled billions in payouts whilst maintaining a 94.3% underwriting metric across P&C.
2 days ago
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How could capital relief boost Hong Kong insurers’ returns?
The rules are feeding demand for staff with digital and regulatory skills.
How can insurers turn M&As into a competitive advantage?
Firms are focused more on boosting operations than pushing rivals out.
How will soaring home prices reshape Singapore’s insurance market?
Private rents may rise by as much as 2%. whilst home prices are seen increasing 2% to 4%.
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Asia-Pacific insurers face $200b legacy tech burden
Outdated tech and entrenched processes continue to hamper operations.
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Hong Kong regulator guts insurance referral fees with 50% cap
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Unlicensed third-party referrers previously captured up to 95% of commissions through hidden rebate structures.
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Capital rules force Indian insurers to curb aggressive discounting
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Aggressive discounting for short-term market share becomes harder to justify.
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Zurich Indonesia speeds up claims after Bali floods
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Faster settlement boosts confidence in insurance as a practical financial tool.
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Zurich, YAS use AI to link taxi insurance to driving behaviour
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Drivers with higher scores will unlock broader coverage and more benefits.
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Wealth and retirement products lift Singapore insurers’ premiums
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The Top 50 Insurance 2024 rankings show recovery from the 2023 downturn.
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Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia
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Two-thirds of Asians fear their wealth will not outlast their children’s generation.
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