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How are Insurance-Linked Investments profitable?

How are Insurance-Linked Investments profitable?

Schroders says ILS is primarily driven by natural events rather than corporate factors.

South Korean banks’ loan delinquency rate rise in Feb

Corporate, SME, and household loans all saw their delinquency rates rise.

Overseas expansion impacts Korean banks’ profits

Despite Korea's high GDP per capita, the current level suggests there's still room for improvement.

Philippines expects over 4,000 MW of power projects to begin operations this year

These projects include both conventional and renewable energy.

Half of Asian consumers prioritise inner beauty in F&B choices

43% of Asian consumers are highly inclined to buy products endorsed by social media influencers.

Payment cards drive over 50% of Australia's e-commerce transactions

The country’s e-commerce market is anticipated to hit $72.9b by 2028.

Which pet breeds are the most expensive to insure?

Southern Cross Pet Insurance paid a total of AU$30m in claims last year.

Four key policies to change Vietnam’s health insurance law

93 million Vietnamese individuals have health insurance.

The global insurance market projects a 4.5% CAGR increase by 2027

Demand for car and travel insurance is increasing, amidst mandatory coverage.

APAC finance professionals more confident on economy but talent risks rise

US economy resilience and improvements in China and Japan propped up their confidence.

China's coal-fired power sector expected to see profit recovery

The average spot price in Q1 was lower than the annual average of 2023.

Global offshore wind capacity rose by 9.8 GW in 2023

The total offshore wind capacity reaches 67.4 GW.

How cost-per-wear redefines fashion value

This metric evaluates an item's value based on its frequency of use, lifespan, and resale potential.

Korean insurers immune from overseas CRE decay: Fitch Ratings

Fitch believes robust capitalisation will enable insurers to absorb shocks from losses.

Malaysian banks’ asset quality strong but profits flat in 2024

A sustained currency depreciation may affect import-reliant sectors, an analyst warned.

Hong Kong investment bankers risk losing jobs as banks cut costs: report

About 200 bankers in the city have reportedly lost their jobs in the past year.

Alternative payments dominate Hong Kong's e-commerce in 2023


Over 85% of consumers in Hong Kong shopped online in the past six months.