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Sunday, October 4, 2026

Samsung Life

Samsung Life, Samsung Fire & Marine join US$1bn investment in AI infrastructure firm Helix
Samsung Life, Samsung Fire & Marine join US$1bn investment in AI infrastructure firm Helix
September 29 2026
The KKR-backed firm builds infrastructure spanning data centres, power systems and fibre-optic networks for large-scale AI workloads.
South Korean insurers' solvency ratios edges lower in Q2
South Korean insurers' solvency ratios edge lower in Q2
September 17 2026
The industry's K-ICS ratio eased to 215.2% after transitional measures, as higher available capital was offset by a rise in equity risk charges.
Samsung building in South Korea with modern glass architecture.
Samsung Fire & Marine, Samsung Life clarify no decision made on overseas acquisitions
September 4 2026
The insurers said overseas investment opportunities remain under review, with a further announcement expected by 2 October.
Samsung insurers target Canopius, Principal stakes in KRW8tn overseas push
Samsung F&M eyes buyout of remaining Canopius stake — report
September 3 2026
Samsung Life is also said to be looking at acquiring a 15% stake in Principal Financial Group, which would make it the US retirement provider's largest shareholder.
KDB Life building in Seoul, South Korea, with company name in Korean and English.
KDB Life draws final bids from Hanwha Life, Heungkuk Life and Korea Investment — report
August 10 2026
Samsung Life and Kyobo Life have reportedly dropped out of the final round despite preliminary interest.
Rear view of an elderly person in a wheelchair in a room lined with multiple wheelchairs, likely a care facility lounge.
KIRI urges reforms to help insurers develop Korea's mid-priced long-term care market
July 13 2026
Separating facility ownership from operations and linking insurance products with care services could help insurers develop Korea's mid-priced long-term care market, KIRI said.
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Samsung Life net profit jumps 83.1% to KRW1.24 trillion in Q1
May 18 2026
Revenue for the quarter also surged 75.0% to KRW14.71 trillion (approx. US$9.81bn).
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South Korea’s FSS urges (re)insurers to strengthen risk management amid Middle East tensions
March 13 2026
The financial watchdog has also asked non-life (re)insurers if they have adequate war-risk reinsurance for marine coverage near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Samsung Life secures approval to incorporate Samsung Fire & Marine as subsidiary: Report
March 20 2025
Both insurers say transition will not impact their governance, operations, or financial stability.
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Samsung Life applies for regulatory approval to make Samsung Fire & Marine a subsidiary
February 14 2025
Korean insurer says plan aligns with non-life arm's strategy to enhance shareholder value.
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South Korean insurers launch 'limited edition' products - report
January 24 2024
Time-sensitive life and health policies, aimed at pre-empting rate hikes due to the experience life table, has attracted regulatory attention.
Photo of man reading financial statements. Logos of Samsung Life and FSS in top left and top right.
FSS issues administrative warning to Samsung Life Insurance
April 27 2023
Following its designation as a financial conglomerate last year, Samsung Life is facing increased responsibility
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