Insurance

India's M&A insurance market sees competitive shift

Value of deals surged by 60% to $20b in Q1 2024.

New pet critical illness cover introduced in Hong Kong

It is available to pets of any age and breed, for an annual fee of $14.40.

Zurich-owned Cover-More Group gets new CEO

The appointment is in line with Zurich’s acquisition of a travel insurance arm.

Taspen maintains profitability with strategic investments

It maintained a strong solvency ratio of 497% as of end-2023

Insurers in Taiwan to issue bonds for capital adequacy

Regulatory risk-based capital ratios remained well above the 200% minimum.

HK's new legislation welcomed by insurance industry

The legislation advocates for international insurers to re-domicile in Hong Kong.

Howden steps foot into Japan market with reinsurance firm

Kentaro Tada has been appointed CEO of Japan.

Trade credit insurance supports F&B's financial stability

Global insolvencies are expected to make a 15-year high this year.

PT Meritz Korindo Insurance maintains strong capital buffer

It even surpassed the new 2026 equity requirement of $15m.

Japanese life insurers' premium income hits $18b

Overall operating expenses pencilled in was $4b.

Insurers, employers key to mental health access: GlobalData

Vietnamese consumers showed the most concern for their mental well-being.

APAC insurance risk officers confront these 3 top concerns head-on

Discover how 2 insurance leaders tackle conduct risk, cybersecurity, and business model evolution.

Reinsurers gain confidence with improved loss ratios

Some exceeded a 20% return on equity (ROE) in the first quarter.

PT KB Insurance sees growth in premium retention to 31%

The insurer also benefits from being an important subsidiary of S. Korea's KB Insurance.

Sun Life debuts comprehensive ECO system for wealthy families

The insurer is partnering with HealthMutual Group.