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Monday, October 5, 2026

Japan

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Japan's life insurance premiums to reach just shy of US$350bn by 2029: GlobalData 
September 24 2024
An ageing population and long life expectancy should boost demand for life insurance products in the country.
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Keiichi Ishida appointed as Everest Insurance’s Head of Japan 
September 24 2024
Prior to his new appointment, Ishida has worked with Zurich’s Japan desk for over seven years.
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Howden Re sees opportunities to shake up the status quo in Japan
September 24 2024
Japan's regulator is clamping down on monopolistic behaviour. This could create new opportunities.
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‘Unprecedented’ rainfall hit Japan’s Ishikawa prefecture 
September 23 2024
The area is still reeling from the devastation left by a magnitude 7.5 earthquake that took place on New Year’s Day. 
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New GIAJ Chairman says "blunted sense of risk" a root cause of industry operational failures
September 23 2024
Hiroaki Shirota pledges reforms and restoration of trust following industry scandals which have weighed heavily on Japan's non-life industry.
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GIAJ tells Japan's non-life insurers to set clear deadlines for offloading of strategic shareholdings
September 20 2024
Amid regulatory pressure to reduce conflicts of interest, GIAJ sets new guidelines calling for clear timeframes on divestment of cross-held shares.
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Tokio Marine to offer hourly car insurance for ride-hailing operators: Report
September 18 2024
The new product is set to launch in January and will be the first of its kind in Japan.
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Howden enters Japan's retail broking and captive consulting market through Foresight acquisition
September 17 2024
Having officially launched in the country in July, Howden strengthens footprint with acquisition and appointment of Takuya Aibe as CEO of its Japan retail business.
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Hannover Re projects increased retentions at Asia 1/1 renewals
September 13 2024
Reinsurer says it expects generally stable prices and conditions, but Asia regions may see carriers opt for increased retention to manage potential reinsurance rate hikes.
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Overseas premiums drive fiscal year Q1 gains for Japan's leading non-life insurers
September 6 2024
S&P analysis shows Japan's top 3 non-life insurers rebounded from stock price falls, with improved net income and strong overseas premium growth.
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APAC insurance M&A resilient amid global slowdown: Clyde & Co
September 6 2024
Health and life sectors drive resilient M&A in 2024, with industry showing a rising interest in insurtech acquisitions.
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Hide Akagi joins Aon as Senior Shipping Specialist, Japan
September 2 2024
Akagi brings 27 years of industry experience to the new role, joining Aon from Munich Re.
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