Insurance

Prudential, AIA and other HK insurers’ shares slump on report China to tax offshore insurance income

2026-08-06T05:48:25.000Z
Yuvarra chief executive Larry Ikard expects “continued double-digit growth” in demand for premium financing in the wealth markets of Hong Kong and Singapore.

Independent lender offers premium financing for buyers of high-net-worth insurance

2026-08-04T10:26:32.000Z
Kuala Lumpur-listed Maybank plans to buy the roughly 31% stake in Etiqa owned by Ageas for about RM4.83 billion.

Maybank to take full control of Etiqa after buying Ageas’ stake for US$1.2 billion

2026-08-03T07:46:58.000Z
Sun Life Private Wealth CEO Sujoy Ghosh says the new platform aims to deliver a seamless experience for distribution partners and their clients.

Sun Life launches integrated private-wealth platform to support HNW families

2026-07-28T10:25:10.000Z
When long-term care becomes necessary, most want to be cared for at home.
HEALTH & WELLNESS

Plan to avoid panic: The realities of navigating long-term home care

2026-07-16T01:00:36.000Z
Public consultation on the framework closes on Aug 7, 2026. The PCC Act is targeted to be implemented in 2028.
BT EXPLAINS

What is a protected cell company and how could it benefit businesses?

2026-07-08T00:00:00.000Z
MAS’ proposed protected cell company structure allows assets and liabilities to be segregated into individual “cells” within a single legal entity.

MAS proposes new corporate structure to grow alternative risk transfer market

2026-07-07T13:04:07.000Z
Participating insurance policies remain a staple among Singapore savers despite a relatively stronger take-up of investment-linked plans over the past year.
MIND THE GAP

Strong year for insurance par funds, but bonuses stay the same for most

2026-06-30T23:00:00.000Z
DPM Gan Kim Yong says Singapore “needs to renew its usefulness and relevance in a fast-changing world”.

Singapore to introduce new corporate structure for insurance, speed up approval of new fund types: DPM Gan

2026-06-25T12:31:55.000Z
Allianz has received claims due to the Iran war, some of which could include total losses of vessels, according to its annual safety and shipping review.

Ship insurers set for major claims from Iran War, Allianz says

2026-06-24T01:29:17.000Z