Insurance

Why global cyber insurance market will remain stable in the next 12 months

Geopolitics and AI are ongoing risks that could potentially impact profitability.

Marsh lists 4 ways to gain an advantage in growing EV market

The EV insurance market is forecasted to expand to $687.62b by 2029.

Innovative partnerships propel FWD’s health insurance growth in APAC

FWD’s new health unit, HealthyMe, aims to meet the region's growing healthcare demands amidst rising incomes.

China's insurance assets surge to $32t

The industry represents only 7% of China's total financial assets.

Vietnam and the IMF discuss social insurance expansion

Topics included enhancing pension policies amidst changes to the Law on Social Insurance.

Australian insurance sector combats inflation with premium hikes

Its life insurance premiums are seen to grow ~3% in 2024 and 2025 modestly.

APAC to lead global EV insurance market in the next five years

The global EV insurance market is seen to skyrocket by 40.3% in CAGR.

Japan’s interest rate rise offers lessons for China’s insurers

To manage low interest, Japanese insurers shifted to foreign securities and protection-type policies.

8 in 10 Filipinos seek more insurance amidst rising costs

Out-of-pocket health expenses reached $9b in 2022.

Japanese non-life overseas operations seen to temper domestic underwriting

The country’s big three non-life players saw their profits surge in FYE24.

Insurers face customer churn as prices rise in select products

Experts pin 3 ways to adapt to a more ‘demanding’ customer base.

Japan insurers benefit from lower COVID-19 costs

Both the life and non-life industries saw a surge in their end-March net income.

Australian insurers remain resilient despite lower premium hikes: S&P

79% of rated Australian insurers have stable rating outlooks.

China's insurance premiums increase by 5.1% YoY

Year-to-date, the industry’s assets climbed 10.4%.