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Insurtechs spotlight significance of esg data and health innovations for carriers rein asia

Emerging risks | Growth Opportunities | APAC Insurance

Insurtechs spotlight significance of esg data and health innovations for carriers rein asia
Monday, July 13, 2026
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News and analysis of insurance in New Zealand, covering market trends, regulation, underwriting, claims, and key industry developments.

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Australia’s Steadfast gets A$7.7bn takeover offer from Amwins, Dragoneer
Joint bid values Steadfast at A$7.7bn (approx. US$5.41bn), with an eight-week due diligence period underway.

Australia and New Zealand lead APAC insurance M&A in Q1 as India activity slows
Cross-border expansion by global insurers underpinned Asia-Pacific insurance M&A in Q1 2026, with a rebound in Australia and New Zealand.

Pacific posts third straight quarter of double-digit commercial rate declines
Region once again posted the steepest rate decline globally, softening 12% in Q1, according to Marsh data.

Japan and India buck regional slide as Asia-Pacific insurance dealmaking declines further in 2025
With only two $1bn-plus transactions all year, buyers shifted toward smaller, distribution-led plays and selective cross-border bets.

Australia, New Zealand are lands of opportunity: Howden Re 
Howden Re’s new managing director, John Philipsz, on why Australia and New Zealand need more reinsurance solutions.

Barriers to overseas risk placement hinders APAC market development
Too many barriers still exist for cross-border reinsurance – and things could get worse.
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