Insurance

Swiss Re forecasts higher demand for reinsurance

Demand for property and specialty reinsurance is rising due to higher property values.

Swiss Re forecasts higher demand for reinsurance

Demand for property and specialty reinsurance is rising due to higher property values.

APAC reinsurers see combined ratio improve to 91.6%

Many are also expanding internationally to boost profitability.

S&P warns of strained profitability for insurers due to climate events

Last year was the fourth straight year insured losses surpassed $100b globally.

Tokio Marine Kiln enhances APAC team with new underwriter

She brings over 20 years of marine insurance experience.

APAC insurers increase cybersecurity investments by 48%

Insurance premiums for cyber policies rose by 70% from 2020 to 2022.

BMS reels new Chief Broking Officer

He brings over 30 years of experience in the industry.

Singlife introduces Legacy IUL for affluent market in Singapore

It’s coverage starts from $250,000 for death and terminal illness protection

Reinsurance capital to rise 9% to $620b in 2024

Risk appetites continued to improve through H1 2024.

Insurers face pressure to modernise with self-service tools.

Insurers face pressure to modernise with self-service tools.

Zurich cuts over half of air emissions through ESG initiatives

Sustainability measures lead to 60% reduction in emissions.

Aon's new framework to enhance insurer profitability

It focuses on uniting capital and portfolio strategies ahead of January 2025.

AXA expected to sustain strong financial performance in next 12 months

AXA's capital strength remains solid, with a Solvency II ratio of 227%.

Co-op Life benefits from favourable underwriting results

AM Best expects continued robust pricing and positive investment income.

DB Insurance’s capital to remain resilient amidst hostile environment

Its operating performance is supported by its underwriting performance.

Japan's insurance market tightens amidst increased disasters

Japan’s 3 major groups account for 86% of net premium income.

India gov’t to sell 6.8% stake in General Insurance Corp

The stake will be sold at a floor price of INR395 per share.