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DB Insurance sets May closing for US$1.65bn Fortegra acquisition

May 25 2026

The South Korean insurer moves closer to completing Fortegra acquisition, advancing its international expansion strategy in the US market.

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India GI premiums reach new heights as health, cargo and personal accident offset April fire slump

May 25 2026

Several major lines helped contribute to record monthly premiums, cushioning a sharp pullback in fire, where coverage remains thin.

India’s jUMPP secures IRDAI approval to enter insurance distribution

May 22 2026

The fintech platform plans to expand into health, life, motor, business and home insurance offerings through insurer partnerships.

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Gallagher Re taps Carlos Grijalva as head of cyber for APAC

May 22 2026

He joins the reinsurance broker after three years with Willis.

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MNRB sees profits rise 38.3% in FY2026, as Malaysian Re improves COR to 74.2%

May 22 2026

Profit after tax breached the RM500m mark for the first time, with Malaysian Re and Takaful IKHLAS both posting higher profits.

Wilton Kee as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Manulife Hong Kong and Macau

Wilton Kee to succeed Patrick Graham as Manulife Hong Kong and Macau CEO

May 22 2026

Kee's appointment is set to take effect on 1 July 2026, with Graham relocating as serve as President and CEO of Manulife Canada.

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Sumitomo Life, Dai-ichi Life looking for higher returns in private credit – Report

May 21 2026

The development comes as Japanese life insurers are looking to lift portfolio yields after years of balance-sheet rebalancing ahead of new capital rules.

Gavin Maistry to succeed Daniel Cossette as Munich Re's Life and Health chief for APAC MEA

May 21 2026

Cossette will retire after nearly two decades with the business.

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PERWAKIM launches nationwide drive to strengthen Malaysia’s general insurance agency sector

May 21 2026

The campaign will focus on cooperative-based wealth creation, professional education, and access to professional indemnity insurance protection.

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Sompo profit surges in FY2025 on underwriting recovery and investment gains

May 21 2026

Sompo’s FY2025 results were driven by improved underwriting margins and earnings further supported by strong investment gains.

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