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Friday, October 30, 2026

Life and Health

Maybank gains full ownership of Etiqa after US$1.2bn Ageas buyout
Maybank gains full ownership of Etiqa after US$1.2bn Ageas buyout
September 11 2026
The deal will enable the bank to expand regional wealth propositions and deliver integrated and personalised solutions.
IRDAI fines Canara HSBC Life and IndusInd Bank over mis-selling, grievance redressal
IRDAI fines Canara HSBC Life and IndusInd Bank over mis-selling, grievance redressal lapses
September 11 2026
The latest penalties follow a string of enforcement actions targeting insurers' claims handling, expense management and operational controls.
Singapore direct GI premiums rebound 11.9% in Q2
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%.
South Korea’s FSS urges insurers to shift executive KPIs beyond short-term profit
South Korea’s FSS urges insurers to shift executive KPIs beyond short-term profit
September 11 2026
The regulator found gaps in how insurers account for future losses and consumer protection, with further industry discussions scheduled in the fourth quarter.
IRDAI says 11 insurers adopt Ind AS from FY2027 as accounting transition gathers pace
IRDAI says 11 insurers adopt Ind AS from FY2026-27 as accounting transition gathers pace
September 11 2026
The regulator said it continues to engage with insurers due to adopt Ind AS from FY2027-28, addressing implementation challenges as they arise.
Barry Drinkwater as General Manager, Western Australia.
Cowden Insurance Brokers names Barry Drinkwater general manager for Western Australia
September 10 2026
He brings 15 years of industry experience to the broking business, joining from 360 Underwriting Solutions.
Korea’s FSS begins on-site inspections of KB and DB Insurance as disputes surge – report
Korea’s FSS begins on-site inspections of KB Insurance and DB Insurance as disputes surge — report
September 10 2026
The regulator plans to inspect four life insurers and 10 non-life insurers through 30 October.
Japanese insurers face no pressure from JGB unrealised losses as yields rise – Fitch
Japanese insurers face no pressure from JGB unrealised losses as yields rise: Fitch
September 10 2026
Insurers are shifting to higher-yielding bonds rather than cutting overall exposure, as JGBs gain appeal over hedged foreign bonds.
WILLIS RE APPOINTS NEIL ECKERT AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Willis Re appoints Neil Eckert as CEO
September 9 2026
The reinsurance veteran will assume the role upon completion of his existing contractual commitments.
South Korea freezes National Health Insurance premium rate at 7.19% for 2027
South Korea freezes National Health Insurance premium rate at 7.19% for 2027
September 9 2026
The move comes as private insurers report higher health claims costs and regulators are stepping up scrutiny of medical claim payouts.
Hospital in China
AXA launches cross-border health insurance plan as demand for mainland treatment grows
September 8 2026
The insurer's survey found rising interest among Hong Kong residents in seeking treatment in China, due to lower costs and shorter waiting times.
Pacific Life Re completes first Hong Kong asset-intensive reinsurance deal
Pacific Life Re completes first Hong Kong AIR deal
September 8 2026
Its debut asset-intensive transaction in the market covers whole life liabilities ceded by a pan-Asian insurer
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