Analysis
Cautious optimism for Hong Kong’s insurance market
With the Hong Kong insurance market continuing to grow rapidly you would expect insurers to be optimistic about the prospects for the market. This optimism is not unbridled, however.
Roundtable: The Arab Spring - Identifying and handling the risks
The unrest in the Middle East over the past two years has created a host of new risks for companies operating in the region. How should the insurance industry adapt in response?
Asian claims power
Claims is often touted as the shop window of insurance, and claims departments in Europe have been given increasing power. Sam Barrett finds out why the same is not true of Asia.
Schemes: Overcoming the obstacles
Brokers are often critical of the way insurers handle schemes, so how can these problems be solved?
In Series: External data perception - Trust is key
Insurers must instil faith in customers that personal data will be used carefully and responsibly, or risk missing out on data’s many benefits.
The Asian talent hotpot for insurers
As insurers ride the wave of rising wealth in Asia the demand for professionals with the right expertise to make the most of growth opportunities is shrinking, as Pagan Van reports.
EU consults on the harmonisation of limitation periods
As the European Commission seeks to consult on the impact of Rome II, Kelvin Farmaner and Paul Lavelle explain the options for further harmonisation of limitation periods.
Solvency II: To 2015 and beyond
Solvency II implementation is almost upon us but, as Martin Bradley and Jan Leiding explain, European insurers' preparedness varies significantly between countries and companies.
Smaller brokers get niche to tackle emerging Asian markets
Small brokers in South East Asia are turning to specialist insurance products that are considered too niche to be of interest to their larger counterparts as Nicky Burridge reports.
Top 25 EC3 brokers: London leads the way
The performance of the top 25 EC3 brokers illustrates a thriving market that is receiving growing interest from every corner of the globe.
Indian insurers and the international expansion challenge
Foreign expansion is touted as the way forward for Indian insurers. But, while some may look overseas for growth, establishing a business outside the country is not an option for most of India's insurers.
US APH liabilities may come back to haunt European insurers
European insurers wanting an idea of the trends coming their way often look to their cousins across the water, knowing that the problems for US insurers today are likely to plague European carriers tomorrow.
Indonesia or bust?
Indonesia offers considerable opportunities for foreign insurers, but the market is not without challenges.
Italy - land of opportunities
Recent research shows that car insurance in Italy costs five times the European average, underinsurance is rife and the government is scaling back on its intervention. Liz Booth investigates whether there are any opportunities for foreign insurers.
Putting the brakes on European motor fraud
Motor insurance fraud ranges from uninsured driving, to cash-for-crash scams and exaggerated personal injury claims. Anne-Louise Fogtmann investigates what European insurers are doing to tackle the problem.
Major events in the Russian insurance market in Q3 2012
Highlights for the Russian insurance market for Q3 include another failed auction attempt for Yugoria, insurance company results and a look at the top insurers for client complaints. Paul Koshik reports.
Expert analysis: Aggregator assessment
A continuing drop in motor premiums and a rise in instalment charges are just two trends identified by the latest market analysis.
European floods: keeping the funds flowing
Floods are an on-going threat for Europe, yet the approach to insuring and recovering from them is wide and varied. Francesca Nyman investigates how Europe is tackling the issue and what the future is likely to bring.
Investing in China's insurance sector
China's regulators have begun relaxing the rules governing investments in the country's insurance industry. Norton Rose's Lynn Yang and Ai Tong discuss the impact of recent legislative changes on insurers and the wider financial sector.
An opportunity for better risk management and growth in India
As the Indian property and casualty market continues to evolve, Dr Vankayalapati Padmavathi explores how the market is now looking to develop solutions to cater for those who are exposed to catastrophic risks, but are too poor to afford insurance.
View from the Top: Eurozone optimism
Europe's stock markets lurch daily from panic to optimism and back to the precipice again. Economies have stalled in a second phase of recession, and the insurance industry is in uncharted territory.
Asian weddings: An insurance dilemma
Wedding insurance is growing in India as families spend a collective $16bn on marriage celebrations. However, as Nicky Burridge reports, the chances of its spreading further into Asia look unlikely.
Monte Carlo preview: The calm after the storm
With 2011 rocked by political uprisings and catastrophes, delegates at the Monte Carlo Rendez-vous had much to discuss. However, a year later, with the market beginning to settle, what will be on the agenda?
Add-ons: In the firing line
What will the expected aggressive stance from the Prudential Regulation Authority mean for the future of add-on sales?