Capital management

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Markel to acquire marine MGA MECO

April 16 2025

Markel set to strengthen its marine insurance offerings, enhancing its presence in Asia Pacific and Europe.

Meiji Yasuda Life profit up 8% on yen drop, lower claims: Fitch

April 16 2025

The rating agency expects the insurer “to continue its strong recovery and return to pre-pandemic levels.”

Tariff volatility casts credit shadow over insurers: AM Best

April 16 2025

AM Best highlights potential inflationary pressures and increased claim costs for insurers amid ongoing tariff disputes.

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APAC insurance markets brace for impact as US-China trade tensions soar

April 15 2025

Region's insurers face challenges including market volatility, slower premium growth, and increased hedging costs.

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Global reinsurers well equipped to manage tariff-driven market volatility: S&P

April 12 2025

Report highlights that global reinsurers' strong capital positions, conservative investments should help mitigate effects of trade tensions and nat cats in 2025.

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ACCC delays decision on IAG–RACQ and Allianz–RAA deals

April 10 2025

Regulator says it wants to gather further information before making a decision.

China raises equity investment cap for insurers amid global market volatility

April 9 2025

NFRA encourages insurers to invest in strategic industries to support domestic stability and growth.

Swiss Re to be appointed co-investment manager of GAM’s ILS fund range

April 8 2025

Swiss Re will handle investment and portfolio management, while GAM will oversee risk and manage global distribution and product structuring.

China encourages insurers to set up private fund firms

China encourages its insurers to set up private funds

April 8 2025

New financial technology plan calls on industry to set up private fund firms, a move which could bring benefits to domestic markets while enhancing insurer's solvency ratios.