Life and Health

AM Best affirms UOI’s A+ rating as disciplined underwriting drives robust 2024 results

July 28 2025

UOI’s financial strength remains supported by steady investment returns and a well-diversified portfolio.

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Le Bas and Malzard named to lead finance and risk at merged Acenda Group

July 28 2025

Le Bas and Malzard are set to assume their roles once the merged Acenda Group is formed, following Nippon Life’s acquisition of Resolution Life Australasia.

Japan’s insurers steady amid market shifts, but interest rate and FX risks loom: S&P Global

July 28 2025

Carriers are maintaining stable credit profiles, but interest rate shocks, FX swings, and new capital reforms pose growing risks.

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Income Insurance, NCSS launch S$10m initiative for caregiver support in SG

July 25 2025

The initiative aims to support family caregivers amid Singapore's ageing population.

HSBC Life appoints Ruhil Bairagi as Chief Operating Officer in Singapore

July 25 2025

Bairagi has been with HSBC Life for over 6 years.

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Prudential Hong Kong expands direct billing services for cancer care with new cross-border partnership

July 25 2025

Expanded network reflects rising demand for cross-border medical support in SAR amid rise in medical costs.

Ajay Seth named new IRDAI Chairman

July 24 2025

Seasoned bureaucrat fills post that has been vacant since Debasish Panda's departure in March.

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Indian broker Angel One enters life insurance JV with Singapore's Livwell

July 24 2025

The digital-first joint venture, pending regulatory approvals, will begin with an initial capital of 4bn rupees (approximately US$46.32m).

Christoph Jurecka elevated to Munich Re CEO as Joachim Wenning retires

July 24 2025

Munich Re appoints three key leaders to its Board: Dr. Christoph Jurecka as CEO, Andrew Buchanan as CFO, and Robin Johnson as CTO.

Motor vehicle insurance was again the most complained about general insurance product

Motor insurance tops AFCA complaint list as insurance grievances rise in Australia

July 23 2025

General insurance recorded the sharpest year-on-year growth in complaints among all financial industries.

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