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Wednesday, August 19, 2026

South Korea

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Global catastrophes drive near-record insurance losses worldwide in H1 2025
July 22 2025
Major events in Australia, Myanmar, and Thailand drove significant insured and economic losses in APAC during the first half of 2025.
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Asia feels Typhoon Wipha’s toll, but HK insurance claims forecast well below Saola
July 22 2025
Wipha left a trail of damage across multiple countries, forcing evacuations, suspending flights and highlighting ongoing nat cat risks.
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DB Insurance’s overseas expansion and strong combined ratio underpin long-term growth: AM Best
July 22 2025
The insurer’s strategic shift comes as it looks to balance domestic stability with new growth opportunities abroad.
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Ransomware Attack Disrupts Korea's Largest Guarantee Insurer: Report
July 17 2025
The ransomware attack has stalled Seoul Guarantee Insurance's services and impacted critical sectors, including the country’s rental housing market.
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DB Insurance facing US$60m lawsuit in Guam, fine in Vietnam: Report
July 4 2025
Insurer is being sued over unpaid typhoon claims in Guam.
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Woori Financial finalises Tongyang Life, ABL Life acquisitions
July 3 2025
The deal, valued at KRW1.55tn (US$1.14bn), came through following nearly 10 months of rigorous regulatory reviews.
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Authorities to again pursue sale of MG Non-Life Insurance after policy reversal: Reports
July 2 2025
Decision comes weeks after regulators announced plans to liquidate the insurer through a bridge insurance mechanism.
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Hanwha Life seals 40% stake acquisition in Indonesia's Nobu Bank
July 1 2025
With its investment in Nobu Bank, Hanwha Life becomes the first Korean insurer to enter the country's commercial banking market.
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Everest Insurance establishes Korea Desk, names Brian Jee as Head
June 25 2025
Jee will also serve as Senior Financial Underwriter at the Korea Desk.
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Korean insurers face capital strain but stable profits expected to continue in 2025: Fitch
June 25 2025
Regulatory changes and falling interest rates are prompting Korean insurers to adjust their capital management strategies.
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The Inaugural Recognising excellence in Asia's insurance industry Find out more → Entries close
28 August
Banner for 22nd SIRC: 'Capacity to Capability'—Building resilience through innovation; futuristic city skyline with a glowing highway; Nov 1–5, 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.