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PNB MetLife launches index fund as 230m Indians face retirement
PNB MetLife launches index fund as 230m Indians face retirement
New pension plan tracks 50 dividend-paying firms to combat ageing crisis.
10 hours ago
APAC disaster risks push parametric market to $23b this year
APAC disaster risks push parametric market to $23b this year
Regional vulnerability to hurricanes and earthquakes accelerates fastest global growth rates.
10 hours ago
Singlife updates Shield Plan riders to boost healthcare affordability
Singlife updates Shield Plan riders to boost healthcare affordability
Product enhancements respond to specific demographic shifts in long-term care.
11 hours ago
Coface appoints Carmen Chow to lead Hong Kong commercial strategy
Coface appoints Carmen Chow to lead Hong Kong commercial strategy
Former CGS Japanese Solutions head takes over regional performance goals.
11 hours ago
AIA launches ProsperLife as mortality gap hits HK$1.9m per adult
AIA launches ProsperLife as mortality gap hits HK$1.9m per adult
New policy targets working adults facing severe financial strain from unexpected death.
11 hours ago
Prudential slashes medical rider premiums by 55% amidst MOH shift
Prudential slashes medical rider premiums by 55% amidst MOH shift
New PRUExtra Care series replaces old suite to meet 2025 mandate.
11 hours ago
CTF Life partners with HKMC to expand reverse mortgage access
CTF Life partners with HKMC to expand reverse mortgage access
Collaboration targets seniors needing immediate cash from residential property equity.
12 hours ago
Hong Kong regulator tightens oversight after complaints jump 19.9%
Hong Kong regulator tightens oversight after complaints jump 19.9%
Authorities also issued guidance covering promotions on online platforms.
1 day ago
Why 47% of insurers see competition forcing finance change
Why 47% of insurers see competition forcing finance change
Regulatory shifts, consumer demands and expansion plans also ranked amongst the top pressures.
1 day ago
South Korean insurers post 14.5% profit drop in 2025
South Korean insurers post 14.5% profit drop in 2025
Total premium income reached $179b across life and non-life segments.
4 days ago
Generali taps Rao to run India P&C business
Generali taps Rao to run India P&C business
The change takes effect on 1 April, with the veteran bringing 35 years of sector experience.
4 days ago
PICC profit rises 26% but growth set to ease
PICC profit rises 26% but growth set to ease
Net income is forecast to reach about HK$39.4b in 2026 from HK$36.0b in 2025.
5 days ago
Liberty folds APAC units into 1 licensed entity
Liberty folds APAC units into 1 licensed entity
Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and China now sit under merged underwriting structures.
5 days ago
Pet insurance seen hitting $24b on 18% CAGR
Pet insurance seen hitting $24b on 18% CAGR
Within services the segment is expected to represent about 0.09% of the total market.
6 days ago
Commercial insurance premiums to reach $1.4t in 2025
Commercial insurance premiums to reach $1.4t in 2025
Reinsurance capital hit $760b, increasing competition across the sector.
6 days ago
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Sun Life Philippines to boost sales force, bancassurance under incoming CEO
It is pushing insurance in a nation where death and money are taboo topics.
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Wong Sze Keed builds people‑first culture at AIA
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‘Leadership must be anchored in clarity, courage and humanity.’
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Howden’s Shweta Swaroop pushes pay data transparency in insurance
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Clear disclosure drives accountability and actionable change to plug the gender gap.
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HDI Global Japan targets commercial and cyber insurance growth
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One of the most rapidly evolving threats is cyber-insurance, and Japan has room to expand in this market.
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Turning points: How a career choice shaped Singlife’s Chin Wei Lin
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The most important professional moves aren’t always promotions but those that build trust.
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Asia’s wealth insurers face rising compliance pressure
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Stricter anti-money laundering and disclosure rules are slowing onboarding.
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Manulife’s Leah Ng says better governance boosts women’s leadership
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Equity cannot rely only on good intentions; it must be built into systems.
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