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OneDegree becomes first Hong Kong virtual insurer to post full-year profit, as revenue rises 38%

January 20 2026

The insurer has set a target to double its total revenue over the next five years, focusing on new partnerships and growth in digital asset insurance.

Japan’s life insurance market forecast to cross ¥47.8tn – GlobalData

Japan life insurance premiums to top US$330bn by 2030 on rising yields, regulatory change, says GlobalData

January 20 2026

Insurers in Japan are adjusting strategies amid higher JGB yields, regulatory scrutiny and growing demand for health-related products.

Dai-ichi Life presses plan to halve equity risk exposure as Fitch affirms ratings

January 20 2026

A rising investment spread and a growing role for its captive reinsurer support the group’s earnings and capital management.

Allianz Commercial Japan appoints Yoshio Motohashi as senior underwriter and general manager for liability

January 20 2026

Motohashi will lead Allianz Commercial’s liability underwriting operations in Japan.

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EDME Insurance Brokers aims to double its business, expand overseas in next 4 years

January 20 2026

Following its acquisition of UIB, broker plans to set up offices in both Singapore and Dubai, then later in London, according to its chief executive officer.

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Cyber reinsurance remained buyer-friendly at 1/1 renewals — Howden Re

January 19 2026

Plentiful capacity, bolstered by returning new entrants, and strong reinsurer appetite remain to the cedents’ advantage as the market enters 2026, according to the reinsurer's global head of cyber.