Strong distribution capability, diversified product lines, and wide geographical coverage consistently underpin Singapore-based Great Eastern Holdings' (GEH) earnings stability, says Fitch Ratings.
High net worth (HNW) individuals in Malaysia show a stronger sense of urgency when it comes to legacy planning, supported in part by robust GDP growth and rising incomes, according to the findings revealed by HSBC Life's first survey on HNW legacy planning across Asia and the Middle East.
Coface has appointed Mr Darren Chan as Country Manager for Malaysia and Head of Philippines.
A study commissioned by insurance firm Prudential plc Malaysia and conducted by research organisation Economist Impact has found that 94% of Malaysians have delayed seeking medical care in the past year. This highlights significant barriers to timely treatment despite the availability of insurance support.
For 2026, the list of priorities for the Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM) will include continued collaboration with stakeholders and enhancing public education, particularly on the importance of life insurance protection for all Malaysians.
The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM) has appointed Ms Pauline Teoh, CEO of Zurich Life Insurance Malaysia as its new President, and re-elected Ms Vibha Coburn, CEO of Manulife Insurance, as Vice President, at its 52nd Annual General Meeting held on 31 March 2026.
RHB Banking Group has introduced RHB Wealth Advance (RWA) and Takaful mySmart Income Enhanced (MSIE), combining investment, protection, and income features to support customers across different life stages and financial priorities.
The investment performance of insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) will remain sensitive to financial market conditions amid global economic and policy uncertainties, including those arising from the conflict in the Middle East, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) said.
Malaysia's insurance regulator, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) plans to include a no look-back clause for base medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) plans to be introduced in the country in early 2027.
QBE Re has appointed Mr Tanaka Soichiro as Head of Southeast Asia. In this newly created role, he will lead underwriting strategy for Southeast Asia, overseeing portfolio management and growth opportunities as the reinsurer continues to expand in Asia.