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Singapore retirement gap tests insurers as consumers age
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Singapore retirement gap tests insurers as consumers age
Healthspan lags lifespan by about 10 years as protection gaps reshape retirement planning.
India regulator probes insurance AI risks with working group
India regulator probes insurance AI risks with working group
The seven-member group will be chaired by IIIT Hyderabad director Sandeep K. Shukla.
Uninsured climate losses could hit $41.4t: Moody’s
Uninsured climate losses could hit $41.4t: Moody’s
About 2.7 billion people lived in areas exposed to flooding risks as of 2020.
BMS opens Mumbai capability centre
BMS opens Mumbai capability centre
The India hub will support broking operations, technology, analytics and client service.
Ageas Federal raises annual bonus payout
Ageas Federal raises annual bonus payout
The total reached ₹202.80 crore for the 2025 to 2026 financial year.
India health premiums rise 200% amidst medical inflation and trust gaps
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India health premiums rise 200% amidst medical inflation and trust gaps
Poor risk assessment, unregulated hospital pricing, and claim rejections have kept combined ratios above 120% for five years.
Malaysia insurance premiums rise 6.1% as motor losses persist
Malaysia insurance premiums rise 6.1% as motor losses persist
Motor remained the largest business line with 45.2% of the industry portfolio in 2025.
APAC insurers turn to private credit as bond shortages squeeze yields
APAC insurers turn to private credit as bond shortages squeeze yields
The asset class helps match long-term liabilities in markets with scarce high-quality local bonds.
APAC insurance IT budgets rise as AI reshapes spending priorities
APAC insurance IT budgets rise as AI reshapes spending priorities
Reducing costs increasing revenue and meeting regulations are emerging as key business goals.

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Insurance Insurers tighten control over Hormuz shipping routes
Japan and South Korea face higher exposure to Gulf energy risks.
Insurance Companies rethink health cover as claim costs climb
MOH rider changes tighten coverage and lift co-payment exposure from April 2026.
Insurance Hong Kong healthcare pushes pricing clarity, trials, and biotech capacity
Six in 10 patients delay treatment due to cost anxiety.
Insurance Iran war raises long-term risks for Asia builders' insurance gains
Supply chain disruption and energy volatility could push premiums higher by 2027.
Insurance Southeast Asia insurers risk profit hit from weak data systems
Igloo CEO says outdated infrastructure limits AI gains despite rising spending.
Insurance Hong Kong insurer complaints rise for fourth straight year
The Insurance Authority has flagged gaps in incentives, disclosure, and oversight.

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