Asia Pacific Natural Catastrophe Insurance

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Peak Re on Black Kite II-a closer look at the multi-peril multi-territory cat bond

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Heavy rains in central, southern China trigger 33,000 insurance claims, US$110m in estimated losses

China's insurers have paid or advanced 210m yuan (US$29m) to policyholders as the NFRA orders fast-track claims handling following floods and landslides across six regions.

Japan’s reinsurance market enters a spikier, more volatile phase

Deepening competition has brought faster, more pronounced underwriting cycles.

Australia cyclone pool average premiums rise in Q4 as strata jumps 11%

Annual premiums rose 4.4% year-on-year as Cyclone Alfred pushed incurred insurance losses to A$1.41bn.

ADB issues first catastrophe bonds

Two US$80m tranches will provide parametric disaster relief to the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan, with notes to be listed on the Singapore Exchange.

Stronger, steadier ILS market sets stage for Asia growth, but structural gaps remain

Record issuance and steady returns are drawing broader investor interest, but stronger data, transparency, ratings and regulatory confidence remain critical for Asia to scale participation.

SEADRIF eyes Philippines, regional infrastructure, and agri risk push in 2026

Regional risk pool prepares to launch Philippine parametric cover this year, while scaling ASEAN-wide pushes on infrastructure and agri protection

Australia GI results slump 88% in Q4 as householders, motor claims surge on storm losses

Widespread claims pressure erodes underwriting across the market, offset only by pockets of strength in D&O, travel and cyber.

Hong Kong extends ILS Scheme as 2026-27 budget targets emerging tech opportunities

The budget outlines support for new insurance solvency rules and greater disclosure standards, but focus on growth sectors—such as low-altitude aviation and autonomous vehicles—will bring new opportunities...

2025: Year in Review

This year has been marked by cautious optimism – though geopolitical uncertainty, nat cat worries, and falling rates created challenges.

Nat cat solutions evolve as insurers build the next phase of climate resilience in APAC

Insurers in Asia-Pacific are increasing their use of risk-mitigation incentives and advanced analytics as natural catastrophe losses rise across the region.

APAC’s cat bond market poised for growth as investors chase diversification

Portfolio managers see the potential for stronger sponsor activity heading into 2026.

Telling a better ILS story for APAC investors

Insurance-linked securities are on the rise in the region but still lagging Europe and the US. How can investors be convinced?

South Korea, Thailand, India on Gallagher Re's radar for regional growth

Broker's head of APAC looks to build on momentum in Asia-Pacific following acquisitions in China and Australia earlier this year.

APAC insurers look to new tech to expand parametric solutions

Advances in data and AI are helping insurers design more tailored parametric products for SMEs and industries like tourism and event management.

Typhoon Ragasa extends Hong Kong’s destructive September streak

Ragasa joins Mangkhut and Saola in September’s run of severe storms, though more modest insured losses are likely.

Hong Kong expands ILS push with broader outreach

Insurance Authority targets family offices and private bankers as it ramps up efforts to close Asia’s protection gap and deepen the city’s capital market role.

Peak Re on Black Kite II: A closer look at the multi-peril, multi-territory cat bond

With a pioneering structure that spans China, India, and Japan, Peak Re’s second ILS deal blends innovation and ambition.

Peak Re issues US$50m cat bond covering Japan, China, and India risks

Black Kite II marks several firsts, including India's inclusion in a 144A structure.

Remote risk layers insulate ILS market from storm losses in 2024

ILS sector posts ‘stellar returns yet again’ in 2024 as losses from Hurricanes Milton and Helene were largely absorbed by primary insurers.

Cyclone Alfred not as severe as it might have been, but lessons remain

Industry experts weigh-in on the impact of Alfred.