The population of Japan has continued to shrink, with the number of births in Japan falling for the 10th straight year in 2025, according to official data. Preliminary data from the Japanese Ministry of Health shows that in 2025, a total of 705,809 babies were born, down by 2.1% from 2024.
Global trade credit risk management group Coface has forecast global growth of 2.6% this year, a slight easing from 2.8% in 2025. The forecast was made before 28 February when the US-Israel vs Iran military conflict began.
Japanese insurance group, Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance will sponsor a $100m catastrophe band to provide collateral earthquake reinsurance protection.
S&P Global Ratings (S&P) has revised its outlooks on Tokio Marine Group's core and highly strategic subsidiaries to 'Positive' from 'Stable', except for Tokio Marine Safety Insurance (Thailand) Public Co.
The majority of Asia's middle class feel financially anxious and underprepared for retirement, as rising living costs and growing family responsibilities reshape financial priorities across generations.
Persistent cyber threats, supply chain disruptions and weather and natural disasters are the top three risks for Japanese businesses, according to Aon 's 2025 Global Risk Management survey.
Markel Insurance has appointed Mr John Bang as its inaugural Head of Korea and Japan.
The Prudential Life Insurance Company (POJ) and its parent company, Prudential Financial, have announced a voluntary 90-day suspension of new sales activity at Prudential of Japan.
Nippon Life Insurance Company's (Nissay) large and stable in-force book of business in Japan, coupled with a gradually improving earnings mix and expanding overseas operations, is expected to position the company to achieve sustainable solid core operating profits over the long term, according to AM Best.
Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance has identified 39 cases of inappropriate information removal involving employees seconded to banks and other institutions across four agencies.