insurance

Why are APAC retirees struggling with unexpected costs?

Over a fifth of respondents had not anticipated their retirement expenses.

Fathom unveils catastrophe model for flood risk

Flooding is responsible for $14b insured losses in 2023.

Sompo’s risk-adjusted capitalisation reaches peak levels

Despite exposure to equity risk, Sompo has sufficient capital to absorb loss.

Hong Kong’s insurance premiums return to pre-pandemic levels: Jefferies

HSBC and Hang Seng have shown unexpected growth in 2024.

Public insurers lag behind private in Indian market

Health and motor insurance were key growth drivers for private insurers.

Cyber scams prompt behaviour change in 61% of users

Chubb says insurance can play a key role in digital payments.

Majority of insurers develop own digital platforms

Insurers rather develop their own platform to maintain control over their ecosystems.

CEOs see 3-5 years for AI investment returns

Yet, also over half (57%) of organisations see AI as a vital tech.

Australia leads APAC in cyber insurance uptake

Demand for cyber insurance in the region is growing at nearly 50% annually.

HK’s new capital regime to strengthen enterprise risk management

It is prompting (re)insurers to adjust their business and investment strategies.

Insurance, bank deposits boost Malaysia's economy

The net financial assets per capita of Malaysians stood at EUR9,430, said Allianz.

Sun Life Hong Kong sees over two-fold APE in H1 2024

It outperformed the industry’s overall growth of 29%.

Credit insurance gains focus amidst liquidity crunch

Japan reduced its days receivable to 42 days, best in the region.

Prudential ups stake in Nigerian venture

This increases Prudential's ownership from the 51% stake it acquired in 2017.