Bancassurance
QBE hires Teixeira for bancassurance and emerging markets' roles
Australian giant QBE has hired Marcelo Teixeira in a dual role.
Assurant launches same day handset replacement so customers can ‘reconnect’ within hours
Assurant Solutions customers whose mobile phones are lost or stolen will be able to get a replacement handset delivered the same day following the launch of same day delivery offer to UK bank clients.
Analysis: Asia's high growth markets
Insurers see high growth potential in several large countries across Asia but caution is needed. Nicky Burridge explains.
Allianz's Asia-Pacific profit recovers
Allianz's operating profit in Asia-Pacific climbed 17% to €429m (£309m) last year compared with 2013.
Finaccord finds large bancassurance gap in China
Market research group Finaccord finds 54 out of 108 banks researched in China do not offer bancassurance.
Reserve Bank of India confirms bank broker rules
Banks wanting to take up insurance broking have been given the green light by the Reserve Bank of India after legislation passed in 2013.
60% of Asia-Pacific banks offer home insurance
Independent research shows life insurance is most popular bancasurrance product in Asia-Pacific across 17 countries.
Insurers seek to replace Aviva at major Singapore bank
At least five insurers are attempting to win a contract to sell insurance and wealth management products to Singapore bank DBS's clients.
Polish regulator KNF to look at conflicts of interest
The Polish regulator's focus on insurance is shaking up the sector, reports Iain Batty
Malaysian bank slammed for Hong Kong maids' insurance advert
Hong Leong Bank has been slammed by domestic workers' groups in Hong Kong for an advert portraying a Chinese actor playing the role of a clumsy maid.
China tightens bancassurance rules
The China Banking Regulatory Commission and China Insurance Regulatory Commission are introducing more rules to help protect consumers for when banks sell them insurance products.
Zurich eyes bancassurance in Malaysia
Zurich has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Bank of China to explore bancassurance opportunities in Malaysia.
AIA pens 15 year 11 country deal in Asia-Pacific with Citibank
AIA and Citibank have reached a huge 11 country 15 year bancassurance distribution agreement for life and health insurance products at Citibank's 600 strong Asia-Pacific branch network.
Europe: The Russian motor market crisis
The Russian government is at odds with the country's motor insurers following controversial plans to amend claims limits, says Paul Koshik.
India's banks may need subsidiaries to sell insurance
Banks in India might need to set-up subsidiaries to sell insurance according to a source at the Insurance Regulatory Development Authority.
Indonesia "most exciting market" in South East Asia
Indonesia is the most exciting growth market for insurance in South East Asia, although Vietnam also has significant potential, market insiders said today.
A new chapter for India
With new bancassurance rules for the Indian market expected in August, Neera Bhardwaj asks whether industry stakeholders can reach a consensus, and what the final guidelines are likely to look like.
Indonesian bank eyes selling insurance at its branches
Bank Rakyat Indonesia is considering selling insurance to its 40 million customers via its 4 000 branches across Indonesia.
CII to offer more international-only qualifications
The Chartered Insurance Institute has broadened its options for international insurance agents with new international-only qualifications.
AIA completes acquisition of ING Malaysia
AIA Group has successfully completed the acquisition of ING Management Holdings (Malaysia) following receipt of the required regulatory approvals.
Latin America offers ripe markets for foreign insurers
Latin America holds great promise for new entrants from Europe that understand the nuances of these insurance markets and are willing to use technical know-how and innovation to succeed, explain Matias Berasategui and Lidia Leonardi.
HSBC India denies reports of suspended insurance sales
Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corp has denied that it has stopped selling insurance in India, following media reports that the company had suspended sales after allegations of mis-selling.
Allianz boss hails "important" 10-year Asian bancassurance deal with HSBC
Allianz and HSBC have signed a 10-year exclusive bancassurance distribution agreement in Asia.
AIA's acquisition of ING will have no affect on rating
The national insurer financial strength rating with stable outlook for American International Assurance Company and its Thailand branch will not be affected the company's planned purchase of ING Malaysia.