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Risk professionals and strong financials are needed for reinsurance volatility
Risks in the reinsurance market are evolving, forcing the industry to innovate and leverage technology.
Risk professionals and strong financials are needed for reinsurance volatility
Risks in the reinsurance market are evolving, forcing the industry to innovate and leverage technology.
Allianz unveils net-zero transition plan
Allianz has already surpassed its 2025 GHG emission reduction target.
Critical illness protection gap shrinks whilst mortality coverage stays the same: Study
Despite the gaps recorded, the industry has performed better in 2022 than in 2017.
Manulife unveils new global head of gov’t relations
Her appointment will be effective on 16 October.
Boosting non-life insurance profitability to strengthen ‘vital role’ as a financial safety net: Swiss Re
An ongoing imbalance in the demand and supply of non-life insurance is predicted.
Sompo Japan’s Chief steps down amdist Bigmotor misconduct
The date for his last day is yet to be determined.
Howden acquires Insurance Underwriters (NZ)
The acquisition targets to expand IUNZ’s reach.
Great Eastern Life focuses on sustainable development
Head of Sustainability Winnie Tan outlines insurance firm’s initiatives to foster partnerships in promoting sustainability in Southeast Asia.
Global reinsurance to breath above waters, life sector will see greener grass: S&P Global Ratings
Favourable reinsurance pricing, especially in short-tail lines, is expected to continue.
Mainland visitors drive FWD Hong Kong’s new business sales and count in H1 2023
Its new business sales count also climbed 34%.
QBE Insurance selects Peter Burton as chief underwriting officer
He has over 15 years of experience with QBE.
Australia’s health insurance doubles in first semester – APRA
Investment income rebounded year-on-year, driving overall earnings growth.
Global reinsurance environment grows 13% YoY in H1 – Gallagher Re
This was attributed to strong investment activity and good underwriting results.
The majority of Indians are underinsured – Study
About three in 10 Indians believe that health insurance coverage starts on day one.
Australia’s general insurance earnings jumps eightfold in June
It accumulated AUS$4.6b.
Joe Pickford is Tokio Marine Kiln’s new aviation underwriter
He will be based in Singapore.
Aon appoints new head of construction and infrastructure for Asia
He has been in the insurance and construction industry for 23 years.