Asian Re to sustain sound underwriting profitability, rating upgraded: AM Best
May 29 2025 by InsuranceAsia News
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Indonesia’s Asuransi Bintang downgraded to BBB+ by Fitch following fraud investigation
- September 18
Insurer was under investigation at the end of December for alleged investment fraud and payroll-related embezzlement totalling US$3m, which could lead to the weakening of its capital and liquidity position.
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AM Best affirms Peak Re’s A- ratings, cites robust balance sheet and disciplined strategy
- September 4
Reported capital and surplus grew by 17% to US$1.7bn in 2025, supported by a retention of underwriting and investment profits.
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Toa Re net profit reaches higest level on improved underwriting, lower catastrophe losses: AM Best
- September 4
Ratings agency affirms a financial strength rating of A (excellent), and a the long-term issuer credit ratings of a+ (excellent), with a stable outlook.
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AM Best downgrades Himalayan Re amid CEO arrest, fraud investigation
- September 4
Rating agency downgrades Neaplese reinsurer's ratings to B (Fair) and places them under review with negative implications.
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Sedgwick | Captives in Asia: From Niche Solution to Strategic Risk Platform
Captive insurance has evolved from niche tool to strategic risk infrastructure in Asia, with connected claims data seen as key to unlocking its full value.
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BlackRock | Rethink the rules: how TAA and ETFs are reshaping portfolio construction
BlackRock's Daniel Caderas and MSCI's Raman Aylur Subramanian explain why tactical asset allocation (TAA) and exchange-traded funds (ETF) have become essential as global markets fragment and static allocations lose their reliability.
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BlackRock | Infrastructure comes of age for insurers
Are insurers capturing full value from the asset class? BlackRock shares its perspective.
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PartnerRe | The missing life stage: why caregiving is reshaping the future of protection in APAC
To stay relevant, insurers should engage caregivers earlier with solutions that combine protection, navigation support, and preventative planning.
