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Monday, September 7, 2026

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ACCC logo with kangaroo emblem, related to Australian consumer protection.
ACCC moves to block ICA's standardised home policy terms proposal
August 7 2026
The regulator said proposed standard definitions for key home insurance terms could reduce competition while public benefits remain uncertain.
Aerial view of a long bridge crossing a calm bay toward distant mountains, with a green parkway and multi-lane road below.
China tightens offshore insurance tax collection, pressuring Hong Kong insurers — Reports
August 6 2026
Shares in Hong Kong's major insurers closed 4.6% to 6% lower, having pared losses that ran deeper in morning trading.
Zurich building in Zurich, Switzerland, with blue glass facade and Zurich logo.
Zurich APAC records double-digit Life and P&C gains for H1 2026
August 6 2026
The firm's regional business operating profit rose 15% year-on-year to US$348m.
Tonga officials receive a cheque from Bank South Pacific for drought relief funds.
PCRIC releases further payout to Tonga as drought conditions persist
August 6 2026
The US$34k payment will support drought preparedness in Ha'apai and Tongatapu under the country’s parametric cover, backed by GSSP.
UOB and Allianz Global Investors executives announce ASEAN wealth push acquisition.
AllianzGI to acquire UOB Asset Management in S$555m ASEAN wealth push
August 6 2026
The deal covers UOBAM’s franchise across eight Asian markets: Singapore, Brunei, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam
Five executives in suits cut a ceremonial ribbon at a launch event, flanked by orange and blue lion dancers on stage with a blue backdrop.
Ascend Asia opens Singapore wealth centre
August 6 2026
The move marks the latest expansion by Ascend Asia following a recent insurance distribution partnership with FWD.
AI and insurtech funding growth in 2023, featuring stacked coins and digital AI graphics.
Global insurtech funding hits four-year high of US$2.44bn in Q2 as AI dominates — Gallagher Re
August 6 2026
AI-labelled InsurTechs captured 99.1% of all funding, while early-stage investment dropped to a four-quarter low.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions logo on a modern building in a cityscape.
Swiss Re Corporate Solutions announces exclusive partnerships in India, Mexico
August 6 2026
The insurer has partnered with Bajaj General Insurance and GNP Seguros to serve multinational clients and local firms with international operations.
Prudential Financial logo on building exterior in the US.
Prudential Financial targets US$3bn from emerging-market exits
August 6 2026
The insurer plans to focus on its Japan, US, and Europe operations and redirect resources to capital-light businesses.
Manulife Asia office building with logo, reflecting financial growth in Q2.
Manulife Asia posts 13% NBV growth in Q2 as sales surge
August 6 2026
Hong Kong remained Manulife Asia's largest contributor in Q2 2026, while Japan and Singapore recorded the fastest growth in new business CSM.
Map of Assam with flood-affected areas highlighted, related to IRDAI flood claims directive.
IRDAI directs insurers to fast-track Assam flood claims
August 6 2026
The floods have affected over 650,000 people and 810 villages across the Indian state, as of 25 July.
Woori Bank building in South Korea with blue sky background.
Tongyang Life to proceed with Woori share swap despite buyback threshold breach
August 5 2026
Shareholder appraisal claims reached KRW204.57bn (US$144m), slightly above the KRW200bn threshold that could have allowed the deal to be terminated.
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