Insurance, takaful industry publishes reference price guide for private healthcare services
KUALA LUMPUR: The insurance and takaful industry has published a reference guide on price ranges for common private healthcare services in Malaysia.
Health insurance, takaful costs calculator coming soon, says Dr Dzul
KUALA LUMPUR: Patients will soon be able to make more informed decisions about their insurance and private healthcare costs with tools such as a health insurance calculator.
Prudential to raise stake in Malaysia life insurer holding firm to 70% for US$377mil
BRITISH insurer Prudential said on Thursday it had agreed to buy an additional 19% stake in Sri Han Suria, the holding company that owns Prudential Assurance Malaysia, for around RM1.52bil (US$376.61mil).
Stable year ahead for insurance companies
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia's insurance sector is expected to remain resilient, underpinned by expectations of stable premiums and controlled claim costs.
Manulife appoints Renzo Christopher Viegas as chairman
PETALING JAYA: Manulife Holdings Bhd has announced the retirement of Datuk Dr. Zaha Rina Zahari as chairperson of the board, effective Jan 1, 2026.
Hong Kong plans crypto and infrastructure rules for insurers
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority is proposing a slate of new rules to set up a capital framework for assets including cryptocurrencies and infrastructure – an unprecedented move that would redirect funds to government‑prioritised sectors.
Singapore customers can get insurance at banks and more
Banks are one of the biggest distribution channels for insurers, under a tie-up known as bancassurance, where insurance products are sold to the bank's customers.
Kelantan JPJ issues over 200 summonses in three-day joint op
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan Road Transport Department (JPJ) issued 210 summons notices during a cross-border special operation involving three east coast states from Monday to Wednesday (Dec 15 to 17).
Ops Luxury 4.0: JPJ seizes 78 luxury vehicles nationwide
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 78 vehicles were seized during a series of operations by the Road Transport Department (JPJ) as part of Ops Luxury 4.0 for multiple offences including the absence of valid road tax and insurance coverage.
Malaysia's non-life insurance segment outlook remains stable - AM Best
KUALA LUMPUR: Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained the stable outlook on Malaysia's non-life insurance segment, citing regulatory initiatives designed to increase insurance penetration and phased de-tariffication of motor and fire insurance.
