The Mortality Resilience Index (MRI) for China reached 39.2% in 2024, according to Swiss Re Institute (SRI) which compiles the Index, a measure of household financial protection in the event of a breadwinner's death.
China's five major insurance giants are set to distribute aggregate annual dividends of approximately CNY102.4bn ($14.3bn) for the 2025 financial year.
As China's popular city-customised commercial inclusive medical insurance plans, widely known as huiminbao, has seen a sharp deceleration in individual enrollment, local governments and insurers are shifting their focus toward group insurance models. This structural transition marks a strategic pivot for the inclusive insurance industry from consumer-facing marketing to corporate-facing institutional development.
Following a challenging first quarter that saw widespread pressure on net profits and performance indicators, China's listed insurance companies are drawing intense market scrutiny as expectations build for their second-quarter and first-half results.
Ageas Federal Life Insurance has elevated Mr Erum Kidwai to the role of CMO.
FWD Group has appointed Mr Jeffrey Woo as President Director of PT FWD Insurance Indonesia, following approval from the Otoritas Jasa Keuanganhas.
HDFC Life, one of India's leading insurers, has reported continued strength in its claim settlement performance, with a claim settlement ratio of 99.7% for individual death claims in FY26. The company said it continues to consistently deliver on its promise to customers, as reflected in this year's high settlement ratio.
American asset manager Apollo Global Management is eyeing the acquisition of a Japanese life insurer in a bid to gain market share in the Asian country.
South African life and non-life insurers continue to navigate a challenging macroeconomic environment, says S&P Global Ratings (S&P).
An investment fund model similar to the Private Pension System (BES) should be created in the life insurance market in Turkiye, according to the President of the Insurance Association of Turkiye, Mr Ahmet Yasar.