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- October 1 2018
Insurance firms in Malaysia told to consolidate
The central bank governor has urged consolidating to boost their competitive edge and lift performance.
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- October 1 2018
Taiwan life insurers cut forex losses
The weakening of the New Taiwan dollar in August has helped to reduce hedging costs.
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- October 1 2018
Stephen Clark named CEO of Zurich Life Malaysia
The industry veteran will succeed Philip Smith, who is leaving at the end of September.
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- September 28 2018
Anbang to sell $200m worth of Japanese assets
The bidders include the previous owners, Blackstone, who sold the portfolio two years ago.
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- September 28 2018
Zurich to acquire Indonesia’s Adira Insurance
The deal means Zurich will become the largest foreign property-casualty insurer in the country.
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- September 27 2018
Over $1bn insured losses from Mangkhut, says AIR
This year's most powerful storm caused major property damage and business interruption in China, Hong Kong and Macau.
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- September 27 2018
Allianz in share-swap deal with Sri Ayudhya
The deal is aimed at creating synergies and enlarging the market share of both insurers.
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- September 27 2018
Singapore partners with four insurers to promote tech
The government has forged the partnerships to fast-track the development of the digital capabilities.
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- September 26 2018
BNP Paribas Cardif likely to cut stake in SBI Life
The sale is intended to comply with India's minimum public shareholding requirement.
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- September 26 2018
Singapore motor insurers post underwriting losses
The losses were incurred as claims increased significantly in the January-June 2018 period.
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- September 26 2018
Japan flood claims hit US$1.5bn
The flooding in July was prompted by extreme levels of rainfall.
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- September 25 2018
Berger to join Swiss Re Corporate Solutions as CEO
Andreas Berger will join from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty in the new year.
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- September 25 2018
Fitch to downgrade Marsh & McLennan after JLT deal
The rating agency's action reflects an expected increase in near-term debt and financial leverage.
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- September 25 2018
Asian cities urged to improve urban planning
The region's cities are currently not making sufficient efforts to plan their development.
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- September 24 2018
Insurers ready to increase risk exposure
Investment returns continue to be a key driver of insurers’ profitability, says BlackRock study.
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- September 24 2018
Insurtech transactions hit global record
However, the total investment value was down 20% from the previous quarter.
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- September 24 2018
Lloyd’s first half profits hit by poor investment returns
Profit is down from the first half of 2017, but improves on the painful second half last year.
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- September 21 2018
Ageas unveils three-year strategic plan
Global insurer Ageas has unveiled a plan for 2019 to 2021 at its annual investor day this week.
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- September 21 2018
China Re’s acquisition of Chaucer is credit positive
Moody's says the deal will complement its existing product offerings and increase its geographic diversification.
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- September 20 2018
Marmonier to join Canopius in Singapore
Linus Phoon, chief executive and head of reinsurance Asia at Canopius, left the company last week.
