Fitch Ratings has maintained a 'neutral' outlook on the APAC insurance sector for 2026. This reflects robust performance and strong solvency buffers across most markets in the region.
Ransomware is growing beyond traditional hotspots and in emerging economies, including Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, according to a new research by cyber risk analyst firm CyberCube.
Everest Group has appointed Mr Attila Kerényi as Group Chief Risk Officer and Ms Katy Bradica as Group Chief Actuary, both effective early 2026.
Swiss Re has appointed Ms Nicole Pieterse as Chief People Officer, effective 1 January 2026. She is currently Swiss Re's Head Human Resources for P&C reinsurance.
Arrowhead Intermediaries has appointed Mr Steven Beard as CEO, International, effective February 2026.
Abu Dhabi-headquartered BlueFive Capital yesterday announced the launch of BlueFive Insurance, a dedicated platform to lead the consolidation, digitisation, and specialisation of the insurance industry across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and beyond.
Insurers would fail to fulfil their role if they take an exclusionary approach, refusing coverage to the most vulnerable, according to French global insurer AXA in a recent report.