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How India's life insurance sector funds government expenditure
When the government borrows, the question that follows is rarely asked aloud: who lends? A large part of the answer is the life insurance sector. Every year, millions of households across India pay premiums into life insurance policies. That money…
Swiss Re sees insurance market cooling in 2026
Global insurance premium growth will slow sharply this year, as softer pricing in commercial property and other lines offsets continued growth in life insurance, according to a Swiss Re report released Tuesday. The reinsurer forecasts total premium…
Resolution Life strikes UK pension risk transfer deal
cc993263-a9dc-4925-a0a5-5c4ccd6769b7 Created: Jul 08, 2026 07:57 AM (Updated: Jul 08, 2026 08:38 AM) Resolution Life: deal is the company's fourth in the space of two months Bermudian-based Resolution Life has entered into a new UK pension risk…
Financial groups reignite race for insurance deals
South Korea's insurance merger and acquisition market is showing signs of life after years of stalled deals, as major financial groups seek to expand beyond their core businesses. Lotte Non-Life Insurance, KDB Life Insurance and Yebyeol Non-Life…
3 Tax-Efficient Legacy-Building Strategies for High-Net-Worth People
Leaving a financial legacy is an important factor in financial planning for many retirees, particularly those with high net worth. Whether the goal is to give loved ones a financial boost, strengthen their retirement or contribute to…
ICICI Pru reports 14.6% APE growth in Q1, stocks in red
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited reported strong business growth in the first quarter of FY2027. The stocks continue to trade below its 52-week peak. The insurer's Annualized Premium Equivalent (APE) for Q1-FY2027 rose 14.6 per cent…
Top Business & Market Headlines Today - BL Morning Report, July 08, 2026
Welcome to The Morning Report, brought to you by Renil S. Varghese—your quick dive into the top stories shaping the business world today. Fast, insightful, and to the point. 1. Equity derivatives plunge as RBI tightens lending norms Trading…
FSC approves Bank SinoPac merger, E.Sun Financial acquisition of Mercuries Life
The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) approved two major financial deals yesterday: the merger of Bank SinoPac Co (永豐銀行) and King's Town Bank Co (京城銀行), and the acquisition of Mercuries…
Stock Market Highlights, July 8: Sensex, Nifty sink over 2% after Trump's Iran remarks trigger oil price fears
Sensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights - Indian equity markets suffered a sharp sell-off in the final hour of trading after US President Donald Trump signalled that negotiations with Iran were effectively over and confirmed renewed US…
Japan asset managers pursue global investor mandates as yen bond demand grows
TOKYO, July 8: Japanese asset managers, including the units of Mizuho and Nomura, are rushing to launch bond funds to meet soaring interest in Japanese debt as higher interest rates mean attractive yields for the first time in decades. The market…
63-Year-Old With $2.2M Discovers Pension Buyout Decision Could Cost His Widow $310,000
If you're lucky enough to have a pension, be careful with your payout choices. Pension elections are irreversible. Under many plans, Option A pays the highest monthly income for the pension holder's life only. Option B pays less monthly but…
Moving Abroad: How to Stop Your Dream Becoming a Financial Nightmare
In today's increasingly politicized financial environment, a growing number of high-net-worth American taxpayers are exploring ways to move abroad — and take their money with them. While it's tempting to attribute this solely to economic…
Kusumgar IPO opens today at ₹398-419 price band
The initial public offering of Kusumgar opens today and closes on Friday. The IPO is priced at ₹398-419 per share with a face value of ₹1 each. The entire ₹650 crore issue is an offer for sale. Investors can bid for a minimum…
Amprius Technologies (NYSE:AMPX) Stock Rating Lowered by Zacks Research
Amprius Technologies (NYSE:AMPX - Get Free Report) was downgraded by equities research analysts at Zacks Research from a 'hold' rating to a 'strong sell' rating in a note issued to investors on Monday, Zacks.com reports. 5 Tech Stocks to Buy on the…
Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Forecasts Strong Price Appreciation for American Financial Group (NYSE:AFG) Stock
American Financial Group (NYSE:AFG - Get Free Report) had its price target lifted by Keefe, Bruyette & Woods from $140.00 to $148.00 in a research note issued to investors on Wednesday, Benzinga reports. The firm currently has a 'market perform'…
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