Industry Segments: Strategy Page 25 / 26
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- August 19 2019
5G to turbocharge connectivity and hike risks
A tenfold surge in data speeds and low latency should become a catalyst for new apps and services, but also risks.
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- August 14 2019
Clarity needed to boost Asia’s business confidence
The Hong Kong protests have created another level of uncertainty but pan-regional insurers are well placed.
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- August 13 2019
Thailand group targets US$750m of premiums
P&C player Thai Insurance has turned around its profitability this year.
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- August 8 2019
Markel’s Asia MD confident as GWP climbs 34%
Christian Stobbs sees opportunities for growth in the region despite the US-China trade war.
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- August 8 2019
SBI GI is latest IPO to be postponed in India
IAG's impending stake exit has been blamed for the delay to SBI General's IPO.
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- August 2 2019
MSIG secures stake in Myanmar’s IKBZ
Japanese giant secures 10% of Myanmar's largest P&C player; five other foreign players also granted JV status.
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- July 31 2019
IPO of India’s life major LIC on cards again
A listing could make The Life Insurance Corporation of India the most valuable company on India's stockmarket.
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- July 25 2019
Myanmar’s premiums could grow to US$2.5bn
Survey from country's leading insurer IKBZ points to rapid growth ahead.
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- July 19 2019
ZhongAn switches to single CEO
Xing Jiang will lead the Chinese online giant alone after resignation of Jin Chen.
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- July 17 2019
IAG invests in vehicle subscription service Carbar
The insurer is looking to diversify to understand other markets.
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- July 15 2019
Lloyd’s to release blueprint on future after feedback
The Future at Lloyd’s outline will be published on September 30.
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- July 10 2019
Lloyd’s review points to more professional approach
A culture review at Lloyd's and the new regulatory regime in Hong Kong are changing perceptions.
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- July 8 2019
Asia premium bounce back?
A strong performance in the region is expected over the next 18 months as global premiums top US$5 trillion.
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- July 5 2019
PICC to enter Argentina: report
The Chinese insurance giant is looking to expand with a reinsurance license.
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- June 26 2019
The M&A force is still strong
FWD's rumoured acquisition talks with MetLife Hong Kong could become the latest of a series of deals in the region.
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- June 25 2019
Sompo Japan to cut workforce by 4,000
The cuts over the next two years come after a challenging 12 months for Japan's P&C firms.
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- June 18 2019
Tokio Marine targets M&A in India and Thailand
The Japanese giant is looking for significant overseas growth.
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- June 17 2019
India’s long-term attraction
The country is an appealing investment destination as industry body calls for 74% foreign ownership cap.
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- June 14 2019
John Neal warns on Lloyd’s future
The chief executive said the market needs to create better value for money and embrace technology faster.
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- June 10 2019
AGCS reviews portfolios in Australia and New Zealand
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty is reviewing long-tail business in Australia, and all lines in New Zealand.
