Bjak Sdn, Malaysia’s largest online insurance aggregator, is mulling an initial public offering within the next two years as it seeks to enter Europe.Bjak is eyeing new markets in Spain and Germany in 2026 following its recent expansion in Japan, Taiwan and Thailand, Wei Low, the firm’s founder said in his first-ever media interview. The firm’s gross written premiums increased 20% to 30% this year and are set to grow at a faster pace in the future as Bjak expands into new markets, the 36-year-old told Bloom ...

Core Viewpoint - Aegon has successfully completed its share buyback program, totaling EUR 400 million, which reflects the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders [1][2]. Group 1: Share Buyback Program - The share buyback program commenced on July 1, 2025, with an initial allocation of EUR 200 million, which was later expanded by an additional EUR 200 million on August 25, 2025 [1][2]. - A total of 61,197,437 common shares were repurchased between July 1, 2025, and December 15, 2025, at an average price of EUR 6.4772 per share [2]. - The repurchased shares will be canceled in December 2025, further enhancing shareholder value [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - Aegon is an international financial services holding company focused on investment, protection, and retirement solutions [3][4]. - The company operates fully owned businesses in the United States and the United Kingdom, along with a global asset management division [3]. - Aegon aims to create value through partnerships in various countries, including insurance joint ventures in Spain, Portugal, China, and Brazil, as well as asset management partnerships in France and China [3].

New York officials have told rideshare companies, driver representatives and others in the for-hire vehicle industry that insurance policy rates will rise by an average 25% over the next three years, according to people with knowledge of the state’s plans, likely sending passenger fares up as a result.The state has asked carriers to reset — essentially raise — their fees to actuarially justified levels as they work to stabilize the industry, which has been reeling from the insolvency of its largest provider ...

Core Insights - LHV Group reported increased profits and business volumes in November, with a consolidated net profit of EUR 11.9 million and a return on equity of 19.3% [2][7] - The loan portfolio grew by EUR 94 million to EUR 5.38 billion, while deposits rose by EUR 155 million to EUR 7.66 billion [1][7] - The number of customers at LHV Pank increased by 2,875, reaching a total of 489,000 [3][8] Financial Performance - Consolidated net profit for November was EUR 11.9 million, with contributions from subsidiaries: AS LHV Pank (EUR 11.4 million), LHV Bank Ltd (EUR 0.9 million), AS LHV Varahaldus (EUR 0.2 million), and AS LHV Kindlustus (EUR 0.04 million) [2] - The loan portfolio of LHV Pank reached EUR 4.65 billion, with a monthly increase of EUR 40 million [3] - LHV Bank in the UK saw loan volumes increase by EUR 55 million, bringing the total loan portfolio to EUR 728 million [4] Customer and Deposit Growth - The total number of customers for LHV Pank reached 489,000, with a deposit volume of EUR 6.64 billion [3][8] - LHV Bank's total deposits increased by EUR 119 million to EUR 1.20 billion [4] Fund Performance - LHV Varahaldus funds showed modest performance with increases of 0.6% and 0.3% for the largest funds, while the pension fund Indeks rose by 0.9% [5] Insurance Operations - LHV Kindlustus signed new insurance contracts worth EUR 3.3 million, with approximately 298,000 contracts in force by the end of November [6] - The net expense ratio for LHV Kindlustus was 30.7%, influenced by a sales campaign that boosted growth in motor insurance [6] Year-to-Date Performance - LHV Group's net income for the year is EUR 8.7 million below the financial plan, while the loan portfolio and deposits exceed the plan by EUR 114 million and EUR 168 million, respectively [7]

2025年12月12日，锦州金融监管分局发布批复称，《关于变更富德财产保险股份有限公司锦州中心支公 司营业场所的请示》(富保产辽〔2025〕23号)收悉。经审核，现批复如下： 二、富德财产保险股份有限公司锦州中心支公司应按照有关规定及时办理变更及许可证换领事宜。 一、同意富德财产保险股份有限公司锦州中心支公司将营业场所变更为：辽宁省锦州市古塔区士英街7- 108号。 ...

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CHICAGO, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Federal Life Group, Inc. (“Federal Life”), a leading provider, through its affiliates, of insurance and retirement solutions founded in 1899, announced its intent to engage in a short-form merger with its parent. Federal Life’s parent currently owns more than 90% of the common stock of Federal Life (Trading Symbol FLFG). The short-form merger will result in Federal Life becoming 100% owned by its parent. Upon closing of the short-form merger, stockholders, other th ...

Company to merge with FLG Merger Sub to Continue Mission of Delivering Next Generation of Accident & Health, Life, and Annuity ProductsCHICAGO, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Federal Life Group, Inc. (“Federal Life”), a leading provider, through its affiliates, of insurance and retirement solutions founded in 1899, announced its intent to engage in a short-form merger with its parent. Federal Life’s parent currently owns more than 90% of the common stock of Federal Life (Trading Symbol FLFG). The short-f ...

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About Octave Octave Specialty Group, Inc. is a global specialty insurance firm that builds, buys, and scales niche insurance distribution and underwriting businesses. With a focus on operational excellence, disciplined growth, and innovation, Octave is creating a harmonized portfolio of companies that deliver exceptional performance and long-term value for shareholders. For more information, visit www.octavegroup.com. NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Octave Specialty Group, Inc. (NYSE: OSG) today announced that a ...