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Singlife launches indexed income plan tied to five market indices
Singlife launches indexed income plan tied to five market indices
The plan is described as non participating universal life designed to provide income through indexed crediting.
WTW names Han Wei Fong Singapore country leader
WTW names Han Wei Fong Singapore country leader
He joined the firm in September 2025 and brings over 15 years in health benefits work.
Tokio Marine income rises as life premiums plunge 61.9%
Tokio Marine income rises as life premiums plunge 61.9%
Net premiums written increased 4.4% year on year to $13.4b for the quarter.
Sun Life posts $1.1b as competitors trail by $200m
Sun Life posts $1.1b as competitors trail by $200m
It plans to widen its adviser network alongside stronger technology capabilities this year.
FWD Hong Kong appoints Queenie Lam CMO for two markets
FWD Hong Kong appoints Queenie Lam CMO for two markets
She brings more than 20 years in financial services spanning banking, telecom and advertising.
Zurich Cover-More taps Ford to drive Asia travel expansion
Zurich Cover-More taps Ford to drive Asia travel expansion
Ford keeps his Zurich APAC partnerships post while taking Asia travel leadership.
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 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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Insurance Asia-Pacific insurers face $200b legacy tech burden
Outdated tech and entrenched processes continue to hamper operations.
Insurance Hong Kong regulator guts insurance referral fees with 50% cap
Unlicensed third-party referrers previously captured up to 95% of commissions through hidden rebate structures.
Insurance Capital rules force Indian insurers to curb aggressive discounting
Aggressive discounting for short-term market share becomes harder to justify.
Insurance Zurich Indonesia speeds up claims after Bali floods
Faster settlement boosts confidence in insurance as a practical financial tool.
Insurance Zurich, YAS use AI to link taxi insurance to driving behaviour
Drivers with higher scores will unlock broader coverage and more benefits.
Insurance Wealth and retirement products lift Singapore insurers’ premiums
The Top 50 Insurance 2024 rankings show recovery from the 2023 downturn.
Insurance Taboos, low confidence stall legacy planning across Asia
Two-thirds of Asians fear their wealth will not outlast their children’s generation.

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