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...
Mandatory core capital rule from January 2027 targets heavy hybrid use, raising refinancing pressure, but is viewed as credit positive with limited near-term ratings impact.
The latest multi-billion offer from Zurich Insurance is seen as a tactical attempt to capture Beazley's dominant cyber franchise while testing the board’s resolve with a valuation lower than previous private...
Rating agency's shift reflects a market inflection point where record US$660bn in capital has restored buyer leverage and eroded the pricing power reinsurers enjoyed during the recent hard market.
Survey reveals growing concerns over energy crises in key markets like Australia, the Philippines, and South Korea, while political instability and AI-driven threats have surged as a concern for risk managers...
