HDI Global targets bigger market share in Asia, further regional ANZ expansion in H2 2024
August 21 2024 by Heather Ng
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APRA warns against inadequate security testing coverage amongst insurers
- August 29
The regulator urges insurers to reassess new cyber vulnerabilities and threats. Its second missive sent out on cyber security coincides with the country's recent alliance with New Zealand to deal with future attacks as concerns about Chinese state-backed cyber hacking grow.
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Conduct exclusion wordings get scrutinised as Segantii’s insider dealing case unfolds
- August 28
Ongoing criminal proceedings against one of Asia’s oldest hedge funds have highlighted the need for managers to constantly review policy coverage, limits and carriers' claims handling capability, according to financial lines underwriters.
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In-depth: Can insurers’ risk appetite keep pace with APAC’s ambitious energy transition?
- August 22
With uncertainties around new technology, an underwriting base prone to knee-jerk reactions and an eye still on conventional energy, insurance has a long way to go before it fulfils its responsibilities.
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Renewables fuel Munich Re Specialty Asia syndicate’s regional diversification strategy
- August 20
Following the rebranding of all primary specialty insurance entities under one brand, Munich Re's APAC underwriting hub in Singapore is diversifying away from its traditional focus on marine and energy and also expanding into cyber, political risks, financial lines.
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Peak Re | Emerging Asia middle class: A catalyst for change
Rising demand for elderly care and women driving consumption growth mandate carriers to develop precise solutions to meet customer expectations.
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Rimkus, CCi, and Hargreaves Jones set for continued global growth under one brand
A series of successful acquisitions has extended Rimkus’ services and expanded its global footprint.
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Aviva Investors | Liquidity optimisation for insurers: Building a bespoke portfolio solution
In this in-depth case study, we look at how bespoke liquidity portfolios that take into account the interplay between different assets can suit the needs of insurers.
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Guy Carpenter | Private equity’s reshaping of the Asian life sector has further to run
PE-backed reinsurers provide access to asset classes and investment expertise that often don’t exist within the traditional carriers themselves.
