APAC

Swiss Re forecasts steady growth for non-life reinsurance

Swiss Re forecasts steady growth for non-life reinsurance

The reinsurance market is seen to return to a more sustainable level of risk-adjusted pricing.

APAC’s top pensions’ assets rise, global registers 12.9% dip

The region accounts for 26.4% of the total assets in the world’s 300 largest pension funds.

Risk professionals and strong financials are needed for reinsurance volatility

Risks in the reinsurance market are evolving, forcing the industry to innovate and leverage technology.

Allianz unveils net-zero transition plan

Allianz has already surpassed its 2025 GHG emission reduction target.

Manulife unveils new global head of gov’t relations

Her appointment will be effective on 16 October.

Boosting non-life insurance profitability to strengthen ‘vital role’ as a financial safety net: Swiss Re

An ongoing imbalance in the demand and supply of non-life insurance is predicted.

Aon appoints new head of construction and infrastructure for Asia

He has been in the insurance and construction industry for 23 years.

International Union of Marine Insurance release advice on proper handling of EVs

The report is to advise on early fire detection and quick solutions.

APAC to lead microinsurance market – report

Globally, the segment’s CAGR is forecast to rise 6.2% by 2031.

APAC amongst fastest growing cyber insurance market: S&P Global

It grew 51.2% in the past five years but remains the second smallest market globally.

CDP urges insurers and other FIs to integrate system-wide transformation for nature-related risks

Insurers have incorporated climate change risk and opportunity in their portfolios more than water or forest-related.

Top 20 APAC insurers average 8.2% in premium growth – GlobalData

Rate hikes and macroeconomic uncertainty remain a concern for APAC insurers.

Unrealised losses to fly by top 20 reinsurers: S&P Global

About 25% of the total unrealised losses will reverse by the end of the year.

Pacific Life Re names Vasan Errakiah as Asia general manager

He will join the insurer’s Asia Executive Committee.

Allianz APAC shows solid H1 performance

Its L/H and P&C segments saw annual increments.

About six of 10 financial leaders expect revenue to jump 10% in three years

64% of consumers trust established banks for insurance purchases.