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South Korean insurers' solvency ratios edges lower in Q2

South Korean insurers' solvency ratios edge lower in Q2

September 17 2026

The industry's K-ICS ratio eased to 215.2% after transitional measures, as higher available capital was offset by a rise in equity risk charges.

South Korea motor insurers swing to H1 underwriting loss as combined ratio hits 101.9%

Korea motor insurers post first H1 underwriting loss in 6 years as combined ratio hits 101.9%

September 15 2026

Rate increases and a larger insured vehicle pool helped lift premiums in H1 2026, although worsening claims costs weighed on the segment.

South Korea's non-life premium growth accelerates to 11.8% in Q2

September 14 2026

Premium growth accelerated from Q1 as long-term business expanded 14.1%, while general insurance grew at a moderate pace led by motor.

Hong Kong insurance business receipts index rises 60.7% YoY in Q2

Hong Kong insurance business receipts index rises 60.7% in Q2

September 14 2026

The insurance business receipts index edged higher to 334.9 in the second quarter, up from 317.1 in the previous three months.

Singapore direct GI premiums rebound 11.9% in Q2

September 11 2026

Offshore property and engineering drove most of the market's premium growth, but underwriting profit fell 10.9%.

GIFT City Q1 GWP doubles to US$419m on life and fire reinsurance surge

GIFT City Q1 premiums rise almost tenfold to US$419m

September 7 2026

Reinsurance continued to dominate business though gains were offset by declines in health, personal accident and motor.

Japan direct GI premiums rise 4.6% in Q1 FY2026 as motor, fire, misc expand

Japan direct GI premiums rise 4.6% in Q1 FY2026 as motor, fire lines expand

September 4 2026

Direct premiums reached JPY2.87 trillion (US$17.98bn) in the April-June quarter, while claims paid increased at a slower rate of 2.3%.

AI amplifies existing cyber risks as APAC takes 10% of global premiums: Swiss Re

Existing cyber risks amplified by AI, with APAC at 10% of global premium — Swiss Re

September 2 2026

Global cyber premiums are projected to reach US$16.4bn in 2026.

Global reinsurance ROE nears decade high in H1 as excess capital drives softer pricing: Gallagher Re

Reinsurance capital hits record US$688bn as revenues shrink 6%: Gallagher Re

September 1 2026

Underlying margins weakened as softer rates fed through, though Gallagher Re raised its full-year return forecast to 16.5%–17.5%.

Australia rebuild costs rise 30% as disaster repairs strain housing capacity

Australia home insurance premiums face pressure as rebuild costs rise 30%

September 1 2026

Roof tiles have risen 77% in five years and Queensland build costs went up around 45% since 2021, with insurers receiving 409,094 home claims worth A$11.3bn (US$8.1bn) since 2022, according to ICA fig...

Singapore GI reinsurance premiums top S$10bn in 2025

September 1 2026

Offshore business drove the 3.7% premium increase, but net claims incurred rose 11.8% and underwriting profit fell to its lowest level since 2021.

Australia GI premiums rise 3.6% in Q2 as direct insurance weakens, reinsurance improves

Australia GI premiums rise 3.6% in Q2 as direct results slide, reinsurance claims plunge

August 31 2026

Direct insurers recorded higher claims led by householders, fire and ISR, while reinsurance claims fell nearly 80% as results improved year-on-year.

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