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JFTC storms four big Japanese insurers for alleged cartel behaviour: Report

JFTC storms four big Japanese insurers for alleged cartel behaviour: Report

The insurers are suspected of using co-insurance policies as a mechanism for coordinating and fixing premiums.

Japan’s fundamentals to stay healthy in 2024 – Fitch Ratings

Japanese life insurers are likely to increase their investments in super-long government bonds in 2024.

Japan’s life insurance segment accelerates in August

Individual insurance and group insurance both saw large increases YoY of 104.9% and 83.9%, respectively to Y4.0t and Y283b.

Aon bolsters Asian Transaction Solution team

Shunsuke Takechi will take on the role of associate director.

Japan’s public insurance to include treatment for obesity: Report

Despite concerns, Novo Nordisk claims Wegovy reduces the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events by 20%.

Tokio Marine forms new entity for disaster prevention and mitigation solutions

Tokio Marine Resilience will collaborate with Tokio Marine dR for core data functions and risk consulting services.

Dai-ichi Life’s capital efficiency to improve – Moody’s

The insurer has shown a strong domestic market position.

Marsh plans of Japan joint venture with MST Insurance Service: Report

The venture plans to offer specialised corporate insurance recommendations.

Higher domestic rates could raise investment income of Japanese life insurers: AM Best

Japanese life insurers may face a higher debt burden when they need to refinance their existing debt. 

The general secretary of EAIC urges insurers to strengthen focus on ESG

EAIC said it serves as a platform for neighbouring countries in Asia to exchange information.

Tokio Marine’s September business sales fall 8% YoY

Year-to-date (YTD) total sales have reached JPY1.28t.

Tokio Marine boasts of new interim target for 2030 climate change initiatives

It also commits to be a responsible institutional investor.

August’s weather turmoil caused claim payments to reach Y40b – GIAJ

This was driven by a rainy season front and Typhoon Mawar.

GIAJ’s Chairman shares major initiatives to address shortcomings in the industry

It emphasises preventative measures against fraudulent insurance claims and prove-fixing practices.

Lower inflation rate moves Japan’s insurers to secure necessary reinsurance capacity in renewals

There has been a shortage of new capital entering the market due to rising interest rates.

Tokio Marine reaches carbon neutrality for 10th year in a row

CO2 emissions removal was executed through mangrove trees.