ALM, Analysis, Asset intensive reinsurance, Capital management, IFRS 17, Investing, Life, Life and Health, Regulatory, Reinsurance, Risk-based capital

Taiwan life insurers stabilise under IFRS 17, but structural risks remain: S&P

Ratings agency flags ongoing FX exposure and higher funding needs ahead of new capital standards, with asset-intensive reinsurance yet to gain traction.

Joanne Madrid

March 27, 2026

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5 min read

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Market conditions continue to evolve as businesses review their priorities and plans for growth. The pace of change varies across the region, with local factors shaping how organisations respond.

Attention is turning to the balance between near-term opportunities and longer-term objectives. Decisions made today will help determine how businesses adapt as conditions develop.

While the outlook remains varied, the broader direction reflects a market adjusting to new demands. The implications will become clearer over time as plans move into practice.

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