J-ICS 'overly conservative' for Japan, but major insurers ready for new capital regime — Fitch
Capital ratio for major insurers expected to remain 'sufficiently high', though subsidiaries of foreign insurers are likely to report lower numbers.
Taiwan life insurers stabilise under IFRS 17, but structural risks remain: S&P
Ratings agency flags ongoing FX exposure and higher funding needs ahead of new capital standards, with asset-intensive reinsurance yet to gain traction.
Hong Kong extends ILS Scheme as 2026-27 budget targets emerging tech opportunities
The budget outlines support for new insurance solvency rules and greater disclosure standards, but focus on growth sectors—such as low-altitude aviation and autonomous vehicles—will bring new opportunities for insurers.
APAC insurers favour equity over debt in $5.6bn capital raises in H2 2025
In terms of regional variation, Chinese and Southeast Asian insurers leaned more heavily on equity markets, while Japanese carriers led debt issuance. Australian insurers adopted a mixed approach, accessing both equity and debt channels.
