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This week in insurance: Miller expands with Dubai deal, Liberty names Hong Kong CEO, Zurich launches $5b fundraise for Beazley bid.
This week in insurance: Miller expands with Dubai deal, Liberty names Hong Kong CEO, Zurich launches $5b fundraise for Beazley bid.
Sun Life Philippines also opened three New Business Offices.
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Swiss Re taps Tamas Bown to run Asia-Pacific L&H Re unit
Swiss Re taps Tamas Bown to run Asia-Pacific L&H Re unit
Bown returns to the region after leading the UK and Ireland unit that later added ME and Africa.
22 hours ago
Pru Life UK Cebu move packs 1,000 workers into 12,130 sq ft
Pru Life UK Cebu move packs 1,000 workers into 12,130 sq ft
The build follows the earlier BGC Manila opening, with multiple work settings for branch leaders.
23 hours ago
AM Best says Zurich $11b Beazley deal impact manageable
AM Best says Zurich $11b Beazley deal impact manageable
The acquisition financing includes existing cash new debt and an equity placing.
23 hours ago
Markel appoints Ravi Jain to expand India distribution
Markel appoints Ravi Jain to expand India distribution
Mumbai-based hire will report to managing director Deepika Mathur.
23 hours ago
Financial institutions drive 2,000 M&A deals amidst tech pressure
Financial institutions drive 2,000 M&A deals amidst tech pressure
But hidden liabilities could emerge after transactions close.
23 hours ago
Hong Kong regulator fines three brokers $55,770 over AML breaches
Hong Kong regulator fines three brokers $55,770 over AML breaches
Compliance gaps revealed weak controls for identifying politically exposed clients.
1 day ago
Great Eastern rolls out private platform as OCBC group access widens
Great Eastern rolls out private platform as OCBC group access widens
It combines tailored coverage with a selected panel spanning trust health and international tax support.
1 day ago
Sompo lifts earnings target to $3.1b amidst improved auto and fire business
Sompo lifts earnings target to $3.1b amidst improved auto and fire business
Profitability is expected to improve further in the domestic non-life insurance segment.
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China issues 20 sci-tech insurance measures to back innovation risk
China issues 20 sci-tech insurance measures to back innovation risk
Policy framework encourages simpler financial protection tools.
1 day ago
Reinsurance capital hits $760b as conflict risks test industry buffers
Reinsurance capital hits $760b as conflict risks test industry buffers
11 reinsurers produced $31b net income in 2025 up 16% from the prior year.
2 days ago
Zurich launches $5b share sale to fund Beazley bid
Zurich launches $5b share sale to fund Beazley bid
Offer values Beazley at 1,335 pence per share including 1,310 pence cash and 25 pence dividend.
2 days ago
GAIP shifts from research to policy tools in 2025
GAIP shifts from research to policy tools in 2025
It will also advance its Asia Risk Platform with rollout set for 2026.
2 days ago
Sun Life expands new business office network as 2026 count reaches 100
Sun Life expands new business office network as 2026 count reaches 100
2 sites opened in Filinvest City Alabang and 1 site launched in San Fernando Pampanga.
2 days ago
QBE Insurance moves to take full control of Raheja QBE
QBE Insurance moves to take full control of Raheja QBE
Deal ends 18 years of joint ownership with Prism Johnson Limited, pending regulator review.
2 days ago
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How can Indonesia’s insurers balance tighter capital rules and rising claims?
Disaster claims may raise premiums, costs, and tighten coverage.
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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Hong Kong insurers post weaker 2024 as premiums slip
This is based on the recent data released by the Insurance Authority for the 2024 fiscal year.
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Asia-Pacific insurers face $200b legacy tech burden
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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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