Global trade credit risk management group Coface has forecast global growth of 2.6% this year, a slight easing from 2.8% in 2025. The forecast was made before 28 February when the US-Israel vs Iran military conflict began.
QBE Insurance Group, the Australia-headquartered general insurer and reinsurer, is poised to take full ownership of Raheja QBE General Insurance Company, pending regulatory clearance.
India's health insurance market is experiencing rapid digital transformation and broader coverage expansion, but continues to face challenges in awareness, standardisation and affordability, according to a report by Aon.
Indian youth in the 18-34 age group score poorly globally on mental health well-being, while older Indians have relatively performed better on various mental health parameters according to the "Global Mind Health in 2025" report.
The attacks on Iran by the US and Israel, followed by retaliatory strikes by Iran on several countries allied to the US, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia, will have a profound impact on the insurance market at large. India is also likely to be significantly impacted.
Manulife and Mahindra & Mahindra have appointed Mr Suresh Agarwal as the Managing Director and CEO designate of its proposed life insurance JV, effective 1 May 2026 and subject to regulatory approvals.
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has shortened the moratorium period for health insurance policies from eight years to five--a historic change in the health insurance sector in India.
The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) is set to submit a proposal to the Government of India to establish a special purpose insurance framework, with progress expected within the next two months, said Chairman K. Rajaraman at the Global Conference of Actuaries 2026 on 23 February.
Mr Rajesh Sinha has been appointed as the CEO & Managing Director - APAC for J.B.Boda & Co (S).
Health insurance premiums in India surged by over 27% in January 2026 on a year-on-year basis and registered a premium income of INR54.15bn ($600m).