Japan

Nippon Life’s Resolution Life acquisition marks ‘steep change’ in overseas profile as AM Best affirms ratings

February 3 2026

The insurer posted JPY1 trillion (US$6.5bn) in core operating profit for FY ended 31 March 2025, but weaker unrealised gains on securities pulled its capital base down from last year's peak.

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Ping An reclaims top spot in APAC insurance as market cap jumps 22.8% in Q4

January 30 2026

The insurance giant overtook China Life to top the regional leaderboard, with total returns rising 26.2%, an S&P analysis shows.

Japan’s mid-sized life insurers hold back from super-long JGBs as volatility and scrutiny persist

January 29 2026

Insurers including Fukoku and Daido are favouring 10–15-year paper for now, while regulators seek clarity on unrealised bond losses.

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Japan watchdog to probe Prudential Life following staff misconduct disclosure — reports

January 28 2026

Regulators are planning to scrutinise the insurer’s sales practices, controls, and governance as part of the inspection.

Prudential Life Japan vows governance overhaul after staff misconduct

January 27 2026

An external expert panel will assess customer losses and compensation after staff pushed non-approved investments.

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Meiji Yasuda’s consolidated premiums rise 31% year-on-year in 1H25 — AM Best

January 23 2026

AM Best affirmed the Japanese insurer's A+ financial strength rating, citing increased overseas contributions and stable profitability.

Japan’s life insurance market forecast to cross ¥47.8tn – GlobalData

Japan life insurance premiums to top US$330bn by 2030 on rising yields, regulatory change, says GlobalData

January 20 2026

Insurers in Japan are adjusting strategies amid higher JGB yields, regulatory scrutiny and growing demand for health-related products.

Dai-ichi Life presses plan to halve equity risk exposure as Fitch affirms ratings

January 20 2026

A rising investment spread and a growing role for its captive reinsurer support the group’s earnings and capital management.

Allianz Commercial Japan appoints Yoshio Motohashi as senior underwriter and general manager for liability

January 20 2026

Motohashi will lead Allianz Commercial’s liability underwriting operations in Japan.

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Allianz Commercial names Casey Sandler as new head of distribution management for Japan

January 19 2026

Joining from HDI Global, Sandler will assume new role effective 1 March 2026.

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