Singapore
SG’s finance and insurance industry expands 6.5% in Q1’24
SG’s finance and insurance industry expands 6.5% in Q1’24
Insurance was one of the economy’s growth drivers in the quarter,
Singapore passes key cybersecurity amendment bill to combat risks
The amendments will extend its scope beyond critical information.
Singlife introduces first market insurance for dementia care
Dementia is the 5th leading cause of disability in the country.
HSBC Life Singapore unveils universal life plan for affluent clients
It offers both life insurance and investments.
SG’s life insurers see 32.2% leap in new business premiums in Q1’24
This is equivalent to S$1.4b.
OCBC's bid for Great Eastern Life to boost sector valuations
OCBC has been a shareholder in Great Eastern Life since 1958.
Italian insurance-financial firm opens office in Singapore
The lion city is Italy's largest export goods destination in the region.
S’pore insurers not mandated to override decisions on PWD provisions
MAS found no unfair practices but stressed improved insurer communication.
OCBC courts Great Eastern with S$1.4b offer
The bank plans to increase its investment beyond its current 88.44% stake.
Manulife Singapore upgrades income-generating product
About 9 in 10 S’poreans said they want to earn without working.
Prosper Health joins AXA to strengthen healthcare in China
AXA customers gain access to medical facilities across 296 cities in China.
Chubb, Maryland to discuss $350m compensation deal: Report
Analysts anticipate total insurer payouts could reach $4b.
60,000 gig workers to get insurance from JodRewards programme
The sponsored benefits are underwritten by Etiqa Insurance Singapore.
Income Insurance debuts in AltaX
Income Insurance shareholders can sell their shares to Phillip Securities.
AIA Singapore unveils wealth centre at Six Battery Road
Clients can access a panel of experts in legal, tax, and trusts.
1 in 3 executives dread political risk in 2024
More than 60 countries are holding elections this year.
MSIG Singapore to maintain footing from parent support: S&P Global
S&P Global Ratings said the insurer will remain highly strategic.