Life

Taiwan Life to maintain domestic market position as S&P Global assigns 'BBB+' foreign currency ratings

October 6 2026

The ratings agency also affirmed Taiwan Life’s local currency ratings at the same level, with a stable outlook on both.

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Prismic to reinsure US$5bn of Prudential Financial's Japanese whole life reserves

October 6 2026

The deal takes Prismic's in-force and flow transactions with Prudential to more than US$22bn of USD-denominated liabilities.

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MAS considers adding insurance policies to investment list for single-family offices

October 6 2026

The move would expand the range of tax-efficient investment options available to family offices operating from Singapore.

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Singapore Life Holdings swings to SGD34m pre-tax profit in 2025 as Fitch affirms ratings

October 5 2026

Fair value gains from lower interest rates and a favourable equity market drove the turnaround, while Fitch expects investment profits to moderate in 2026.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Sandeep Nair as our Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Prudential Singapore, effective 5 October 2026.

Prudential Singapore names Sandeep Nair as chief strategy and transformation officer

October 5 2026

He joins after two years at Singlife, where he served as executive director, head of sales and distribution.

India's ICICI Life Insurance appoints ICICI bank veteran Sidharatha Mishra as MD, CEO

ICICI Life appoints ICICI Bank veteran Sidharatha Mishra as managing director, CEO

October 5 2026

Mishra has over 26 years of experience in the banking sector.

FWD Vietnam strikes bancassurance partnership with BVBank

October 5 2026

The deal strengthens FWD's bancassurance footprint as the insurer continues to expand distribution partnerships across Asia.

Crowds carrying umbrellas gather at a busy Japanese city intersection lined with brightly lit shops and signs.

Japan regulator set to suspend new sales at Prudential Life — report

October 5 2026

The insurer has voluntarily stopped writing new business since February, but the FSA is planning a formal order after employees improperly obtained ¥3.1bn (US$19.7m) from about 500 customers.

CTF Life appoints chief digital and technology office effective immediately

CTF Life taps former AIA executive to lead digital transformation

October 2 2026

Edison Sam will spearhead CTF Life's digital, data and AI agenda as the insurer accelerates enterprise-wide transformation and growth initiatives across key markets.

South Korea FSS seeks tighter insurance ad controls as mis-selling rate triples other channels

South Korea FSS targets insurance broadcast ads over elevated mis-selling

October 2 2026

The regulator is seeking tougher advertising oversight after finding current sanction rules failed to curb problematic sales practices.

Hanwha Life acquires stake in Acuon Capital for USD 323m

Hanwha Life acquires stake in Acuon Capital for US$323m

October 2 2026

The acquisition will mark the life insurer's entry into the specialised credit finance sector, as it seeks to diversify its business portfolio.

Asahi Life eyes Vietnam expansion with 1,000-strong sales staff

Asahi Life eyes 1,000-strong sales team in Vietnam, new health products as MVI Life takeover nears

October 2 2026

The insurer is also planning to fund further domestic and overseas growth, including acquisitions, through FY2030.

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