Reinsurance

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Asia's rapid ageing represents a 'strategic imperative' for insurance industry change, says Swiss Re

September 11 2025

Asia's elderly population will nearly double to 1 billion by 2050, creating the potential for massive protection gaps.

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Global reinsurers should prioritise disciplined recovery and innovation over expansion: Howden Re

September 10 2025

The sector faces a "hard market softening" environment, with risk-adjusted rates declining yet still elevated compared to the previous decade.

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World Bank to back US$70m co-insurance pool for Philippine agriculture

September 10 2025

The initiative aims to cover 750,000 farmers and fisherfolk in the country by 2030.

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Allianz Jio Reinsurance formally incorporated in India

September 9 2025

Allianz and Jio Financial will each hold a 50% stake in the joint venture, first announced in July.

2025 regulatory shifts could reshape APAC reinsurance pricing, risk appetite: Fitch

September 9 2025

Ratings agency added that rising capital levels and stable investment income are sustaining strong capacity, driving competition, and fueling continued rate softening across APAC markets.

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Cat bond issuance on course to exceed US$20bn in 2025 as investor demand holds: Moody's

September 9 2025

As of August 28, US$18.4bn of cat bonds had already been issued, exceeding the record US$17.7bn set in 2024.

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Aon launches enhanced analytics platform to support global catastrophe response

September 8 2025

The platform unifies hazard, exposure and loss data, with real-time loss estimates, mapping tools and tailored reports.

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Munich Re sees high demand and steady capacity ahead of 1/1 renewals

September 8 2025

The reinsurer says risk-adequate pricing and diversified business lines will sustain opportunities despite global nat cat volatility.

Price Forbes appoints Eric Wang Mingchao as Head of Affinity in Singapore

September 8 2025

He joins from SinoAsia Affinity, where he served as general manager.

AXA XL appoints Ramesh Sivanathan Principal Officer for Labuan branch

September 8 2025

The expanded role adds regulatory oversight to Sivanathan's existing remit as Business Development Lead for Malaysia.

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