APAC

AXA sells investment arm to BNP Paribas for $6b

The sale is expected to drag AXA’s earnings by $440m.

Markel Asia grows with key underwriting appointments

Alvernia Xu has been appointed head of Operations in APAC.

Asia Pacific composite insurers exceed profitability standards

Their Fitch-calculated financial leverage ratios stay adequate with their ratings.

Aviation insurance to soar at a 20-year high in 2024

Collision and crash incidents account for 63% of claims in aviation insurance sector.

AIG's Q2 2024 net premium written falls 8% 

It accumulated $6.9b during the April to June period.

Insurance industry at risk from renewed supply shocks

It potentially puts pressure on underwriting performance.

Swiss Re appoints new Group CFO

This succession comes after the retirement of John Dacey.

Skills shortage found in insurance’s renewable energy market

Overall profitability challenged due to variable results within different energy classes

Property catastrophe market finds balance in H1 2024

Guy Carpenter estimated an additional $35b to $40b in limit purchases worldwide.

How secure are systems now in the insurance industry?

Big tech players tackle tech challenges in legacy systems amidst digital vulnerabilities.

Sedgwick expands energy claims expertise in APAC

It created a team dedicated to this solution.

Munich Re’s technical performance boosts market position

The reinsurer reported a strong net income of $2.3b in Q1.

Geopolitical instability heightens need for robust ERM: WTW

60% of companies enhanced their processes to manage political risks.