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Thursday, November 5, 2026

Premium financing

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Hong Kong IA steps up premium financing scrutiny with third joint inspection
November 5 2026
Premium-financed policies accounted for 36% of Hong Kong's new business premiums in H1 2026, up from 12% in 2024.
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Hong Kong IA warns insurers over leverage risk as premium-financing sales climb
August 20 2026
The regulator cited growing use of such policies, aggressive leverage marketing, and heightened lapse risks in its supervisory circular.
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Generali China sees improved COR in 2025 as Fitch affirms rating
July 9 2026
Lower catastrophe losses and a change in reserving methodology drove the improvement.
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Manulife withdraws leverage from HNW offering amid Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny — Report
June 18 2026
The move highlights growing regulatory concern over high-leverage premium financing structures targeting wealthy Asian clients.
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IA, HKMA says insurance industry generally compliant with premium financing, but gaps remain
June 27 2024
Joint inspections by regulators show overall adherence, but improvements urged amid higher interest rates.
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