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Starr to acquire Lloyd’s specialty underwriter IQUW Group

October 30 2025

Deal will make Starr the ninth-largest managing agency at Lloyd’s, with IQUW CEO Peter Bilsby set to lead Starr’s international business, including APAC.

Japanese life insurers turn to domestic bonds amid rising yields: Report

October 30 2025

Several major market players, including Dai-ichi Life, have reportedly shifted their portfolios in 1H 2025 amid changing yield conditions.

AM Best affirms A- rating for Marble Re as reinsurer raises retention for non-marine business

October 30 2025

The Micronesia-based reinsurer delivered strong 2024 underwriting results, with its combined ratio improving to 38% from a five-year average of 52%.

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China motor insurance market set to hit US$169bn by 2030 amid NEV surge: GlobalData

October 30 2025

Gross written premiums are projected to rise to 999.1 billion yuan (US$140.73bn) in 2026.

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APAC's softening market conditions puts spotlight on quality over price: Gallagher Re

October 30 2025

Capacity is back, but access will depend on capital strength, underwriting discipline, and credible risk data heading into 2026.

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Indian gov't eyes divestment of billion-dollar stake in LIC by year-end: Report

October 29 2025

This move is intended to increase the public float to 10% to comply with the mandate from the Securities and Exchange Board of India.

IAG deploys advanced technologies to better support customers impacted by severe weather

IAG deploys new AI technology to improve storm response in Queensland

October 29 2025

The insurer said it used new artificial intelligence technology during the recent Brisbane hailstorm to find cases that need urgent emergency repairs.

AM Best affirms BOCG Insurance as insurer targets further growth through digital upgrades

October 29 2025

The Hong Kong-based insurer has reported four straight years of underwriting profit, as well as a double-digit return on equity in 2024.

CTF Life’s profitability rises on stronger insurance results, Fitch affirms ‘A-’ rating

October 29 2025

The life insurer's return on equity rose to 6.9% in FY2025, supported by stronger insurance service results and investment performance.

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Canopius names Sydney-based APAC COO in line with regional build-out

October 29 2025

Michelle Rudd named Chief Operating Officer, APAC, while Vanessa Hall has also been appointed as Casualty Underwriter.

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