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QBE announces US$1.6bn reserve reinsurance transaction to improve capital efficiency

August 17 2026

The reinsurance transaction forms part of QBE's broader capital optimisation programme, following a stable 1H26 underwriting performance.

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Fitch affirms Guoren P&C at ‘BBB+’ on improved H1 underwriting despite net loss; withdraws coverage

August 17 2026

The ratings reflect earnings pressure from weak investment performance, which drove a US$11.8m net loss.

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S&P expects HK life insurers to maintain 8%–10% growth despite Beijing’s tax scrutiny

August 17 2026

Resilient demand for diversification, wealth management and protection underpins the outlook.

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Magnitude 7.7 Flores earthquake kills 47, destroys nearly 1000 homes in eastern Indonesia

August 16 2026

BNPB data to midnight on Sunday also records 101 people injured, more than 5,000 displaced, and damage to 93 education facilities, 36 health facilities and 38 government offices.

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ProTec General names Subramanyam Brahmajosyula head of underwriting and reinsurance

August 16 2026

The former SBI General chief technical officer joins the newly licensed Indian insurer with more than 35 years across underwriting, claims, reinsurance and product development.

GIC Re cuts Q1 underwriting loss as gross premium rises to US$1.41bn

August 14 2026

The reinsurer’s claims ratio improved, helping narrow the underwriting loss despite a combined ratio that remained above break-even.

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Ping An launches dedicated D&O brand in China

August 14 2026

The "Dong Ping An" offering extends beyond claims into pre-loss risk checks and support during regulatory or litigation events.

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Insurers face growing compound risk from heat and water stress, Moody’s warns

August 14 2026

Global water demand is projected to exceed supply by 40% by 2030, sharpening pressure on insurers to model chronic climate risks.

Korea Investment Holdings chosen as preferred bidder for KDB Life deal

August 14 2026

This is KDB’s seventh attempt to find a buyer for the life insurer since 2014.

Hanwha Life new business CSM rises 40.5% to record US$913m in H1

August 14 2026

CFO Yoon Jong-kook has also outlined plans to focus on mid- to long-term whole-life and nursing-care products.

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Asia’s wealth surge opens US$140bn premium opportunity in untapped HNWI market

August 14 2026

McKinsey said only 15%–20% of HNWIs in the region have integrated life insurance into their wealth planning.

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India weighs health insurance, claims reforms as medical costs surge — report

August 13 2026

A panel comprising regulators, insurers, hospitals, and led by the IRDAI chief will submit recommendations by year-end.

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