insurance

Nat Re benefits from robust local insurer ties 

In 2023, Nat Re saw a notable rise in net profit, driven by improved underwriting.

Samsung Fire & Marine holds robust balance sheet, leads in auto insurance

SFM maintains the highest regulatory solvency ratio amongst non-life insurers in South Korea

Vietnam-China talks aim for long-term elderly care solutions

Health insurance coverage in China has stabilised at above 97% of the population. 

India launches pension system for all ages, infancy to 70 

NPS Vatsalya allows accounts to be opened for children.

What two challenges impede the finance sector’s ESG goals?

Industry experts agreed that the sector must aim for objectives that extend beyond immediate business interests.

Lloyd’s projects $14.5t loss from hypothetical global conflict

The scenario highlights the vulnerability of global trade.

New HSBC plan multiplies coverage up to six times

The plan also offers enhanced critical illness coverage.

Indonesia's insurers battle rising non-performing loans

Its first quarter performance showed promise.

Insurance cover rises, yet a quarter of Australians still unprepared

More than one-third of respondents had a storm action plan in place.

Will low premiums persist in offshore energy insurance?

Neither frequency nor severity of claims significantly impacted market capacity.

Taiwan insurers post $9.47b pre-tax profit in August

Its non-life insurance segment witnessed a twofold increase.

Insurance scrutiny intensifies on coal, wildfire risks

However, power Industry business interruption sectors see improved pricing.

New Beazley Quantum targets corporations with over $1b turnover 

This initiative injects $100m in fresh capacity into the cyber insurance market.

What opportunities does APAC's millionaires offer insurers?

China is home to 6 million millionaires, second only to the US.

Singlife, SAL launch mental health scheme for lawyers 

The programme will be offered to more than 13,000 legal professionals.