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Fitch affirms Guoren P&C at ‘BBB+’ on improved H1 underwriting despite net loss; withdraws coverage

August 17 2026

The ratings reflect earnings pressure from weak investment performance, which drove a US$11.8m net loss.

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S&P expects HK life insurers to maintain 8%–10% growth despite Beijing’s tax scrutiny

August 17 2026

Resilient demand for diversification, wealth management and protection underpins the outlook.

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Ping An launches dedicated D&O brand in China

August 14 2026

The "Dong Ping An" offering extends beyond claims into pre-loss risk checks and support during regulatory or litigation events.

Hong Kong reappoints Cheung to lead IA for three years

August 14 2026

Cheung has led the IA since August 2018 and will continue in the role through 2029.

HSBC global insurance CEO Moncreiffe to exit amid Asia business overhaul — report

August 13 2026

Neither HSBC nor Edward Moncreiffe has officially confirmed the exit.

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Ping An P&C fields 27,000 Typhoon Dolphin claims, estimates nearly US$100m in payouts

August 12 2026

Ahead of landfall, the insurer sent 48.99 million warnings through its Eagle Eye platform, inspected 2,458 flood-prone sites and helped move more than 2,770 vehicles out of harm's way.

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Asia's life insurers rethink products as surrender trends test customer retention

August 12 2026

Policy surrenders have surpassed maturity payouts in India, while Korea has seen cancellations rise 62.7% in early 2026.

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Insurers begin Typhoon Dolphin payouts after storm hits eastern China

August 10 2026

Early motor and property claims have been settled in Zhejiang and Shanghai.

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Jefferies sees upside in China's offshore insurance tax move despite sales concerns

August 10 2026

Analysts said Thursday's sell-off in Hong Kong-listed insurers was overdone and expect shares to recover further.

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China tightens offshore insurance tax collection, pressuring Hong Kong insurers — Reports

August 6 2026

Shares in Hong Kong's major insurers closed 4.6% to 6% lower, having pared losses that ran deeper in morning trading.

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