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Expert warns families of life insurance 40 per cent tax hit
January is the most popular time of year for life insurance policies as people get their finances in order during the New Year. The policies are meant to provide peace of mind and support for a person's loved ones when they die, but not taking one…
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…
A Full-Circle Moment For Life Settlements
Rob Haynie is the Managing Director of Life Insurance Settlements, Inc. and is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of LISA. Who has the potential to be the best educator when it comes to life settlements? The answer might surprise…
Taiwan Insurers Slash Currency Hedges to Record as Reserves Rise
Taiwan's life insurers have cut their currency hedging to a record low, while boosting their buffer against foreign-exchange risks to give themselves a greater capacity to ride out any potential volatility. Derivatives such as forwards and currency…
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Apurva Sircar joins Z-TECH India as chief revenue & growth officer
Z-TECH (India) has appointed Apurva Sircar as chief revenue & growth officer for its experiential parks division, Zing Parks. According to his announcement, he has relocated to Delhi NCR for the role, where he will oversee revenue and marketing for…
Karolien Gielen succeeds Filip Coremans as Managing Director Asia and takes up the role of Managing Director Asia and Business Development
Karolien Gielen succeeds Filip Coremans as Managing Director Asia and takes up the role of Managing Director Asia and Business Development Ageas announces that Karolien Gielen, currently Managing Director Business Development (currently including…
Families urged to save themselves from tax hit by filling out one form before January
Many people don't realise life insurance policies could be subject to Inheritance Tax January marks the busiest period for taking out life insurance as Britons sort out their finances for the New Year. These policies are designed to offer…
Markets attempt recovery amid global caution, rupee weakness
Markets opened marginally higher on Wednesday, attempting a recovery after sharp losses in the previous session, as benchmark indices traded in a narrow range amid mixed global cues and persistent foreign institutional investor outflows. The BSE…
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Are You Ahead or Behind? Net Worth Averages by Age
Net worth is a clear way to see your full financial picture, showing what you own, what you owe, and how your wealth changes over time. Comparing your net worth to national medians can reveal whether you're ahead or behind your peers and can…
Ultra-Long Indian Bond Yields Surge 40-47 bps: Bharti AXA CIO Eyes Fresh Positions Despite RBI Cuts
A recent surge in ultra-long Indian government bond yields has made them attractive for building fresh positions, the head of investments at Bharti AXA Life Insurance said on Tuesday. 'For the long-end, current levels on the 30–40-year…
Families face 40 per cent tax bill if they don't use one thing
January is the most popular time of year for life insurance policies as people get their finances in order during the New Year. The policies are meant to provide peace of mind and support for a person's loved ones when they die, but not taking one…
EUR 400 million share buyback completed
Schiphol, December 16, 2025 - Aegon announces today the successful completion of its share buyback program, which initially began on July 1, 2025, as a EUR 200 million initiative and was later expanded, on August 25, 2025, by an additional EUR 200…
Lok Sabha Passes seminal Insurance Bill for 100% FDI, mandates undue gain disgorgement
The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill that ushers in major reforms in the insurance sector, besides raising the foreign direct investment limit to 100 per cent from the existing 74 per cent.
Stocks to watch: Reliance, Ola Electric, IOB, Akzo Nobel, Glenmark among shares in focus
Reliance Consumer Products Ltd, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, announced on Tuesday its entry into the packaged foods segment with the relaunch of SIL, a 75-year-old legacy brand. The move marks RCPL's first comprehensive foray into the foods…
Geojit Financial shares jump on promoter, institutional buying
Shares of Geojit Financial Services rose for the second straight session on Tuesday, gaining nearly 5 per cent after promoter CJ George and domestic institutional investors picked up an additional stake through a block deal. The stock closed at…
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