Asia
Zurich expands general insurance offering in Hong Kong
Swiss-based insurer Zurich has moved to strengthen its business in Hong Kong with an agreement to buy Kono Insurance, an authorized general business insurer.
Interest turns to China’s new economy plays
As China’s economy slows, fund houses are betting on growth opportunities in the emerging consumption and services economy.
Ex-Convey insurance broker behind bars for commission scam
Two Hong Kong-based insurance brokers face jail sentences for conning Zurich International Life of ILAS commissions totalling HK $600,000.
Thailand tightens supervision of intermediaries
Thailand is to toughen up its supervision of financial intermediaries in a bid to prevent the exploitation of clients.
Danish and Dutch pensions top Mercer index
Only the Danish and Dutch pension systems achieved “A” grades, indicating first class and robust schemes that deliver good, sustainable benefits with a high level of integrity, according to global consulting firm Mercer.