UAE
UAE and Saudi Arabia life industry face consolidation says S&P
Regulatory pressures and fierce competition will lead to significant consolidation of the life industry in the UAE and Saudi Arabia over the next two years, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings.
Health & Protection | 20 Feb 17
Market opportunity for critical health cover in UAE, Zurich finds
Residents of the UAE are willing to spend more on critical illness insurance cover than the global average, but remain significantly under-insured, according to a new report by Zurich International Life, Middle East.
Hansard’s alliance with UAE insurer Union goes live
Hansard International launched its new strategic alliance with UAE-based Union Insurance Co on Thursday, which includes the provision of two new savings and investment products under the brand name ‘Infinity’.
Best Practice | 1 Feb 17
Why life insurance wrappers still benefit expats in the UAE
The benefits of life insurance wrappers still outweigh direct investment in funds for expatriate customers in the UAE despite the significant regulatory change underway, says Philip Cernik of Friends Provident International.
Middle East | 31 Jan 17
Abu Dhabi finance centre to share information with Mauritius
The regulator of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the UAE’s new international financial centre, has signed an agreement with the regulatory authority in Mauritius to strengthen cooperation and facilitate the exchange of information.