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General insurers clock 16.7% premium growth
The general insurance sector saw a 16.7% premium income rise in June. Standalone health insurers led this growth with a 31% increase. First quarter collections for FY27 also climbed by 11.1%. Niva Bupa Health Insurance showed strong premium growth of 34% in June. ICICI Lombard General Insurance reported a 13.7% premium increase for the month.
General insurance premiums rise 14% in June; health insurers clock 31% growth
Niva Bupa Health Insurance outperformed the segment, reporting 35% growth in premium collections, while Star Health and Allied Insurance recorded a 19% increase.
Societe General, Prudential, others buy 3 per cent stake in Anthem Biosciences for Rs 1,275 cr
Global investors including Societe Generale and Prudential Hong Kong, alongside Indian mutual funds and insurance companies, have bought a 3 percent stake in Anthem Biosciences. The deal, valued at Rs 1,275 crore, saw promoter Aruna Ganesh exit the company. This significant transaction reshapes the promoter's holding in the integrated Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organisation.
Stocks in news: IFCI, Tata Motors, General Insurance Corp, Corona Remedies, HFCL
Markets extended their winning streak for the fourth consecutive session, driven by favorable global cues and sustained sector-wide buying. The Nifty reclaimed the 24,000 mark, approaching the 100-day EMA near 24,150. Stocks like IFCI, Tata Motors, and HFCL are in focus due to significant news developments, including IPO filings, turnaround projections, and major order wins.
GIC shares dip 4% as Rs 3,088 crore OFS opens for retail investors. Should you participate?
General Insurance Corporation of India shares dropped 4% as the government's OFS opens for retail investors today at a discount. Meanwhile, Zydus Lifesciences successfully completed its cash tender offer for Assertio Holdings Inc., making it a wholly-owned subsidiary. This acquisition aims to boost Zydus's pipeline of innovative drugs.
Jio Financial and Allianz Group formally launch 50:50 insurance JV
Jio Allianz General Insurance has been incorporated. Jio Financial Services and Germany's Allianz each hold a 50 percent stake. The new company will offer general insurance, including health insurance in India. This follows Allianz's earlier exit from a joint venture with Bajaj Finserv. The incorporation marks a new chapter for insurance services in the country.
Q4 Results Highlights: CEAT profit jumps 144%; Go Digit General Insurance profit up 29%
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: It is an important day today with regards to results, as India's largest passenger car manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., and food delivery-to-quick commerce operator Eternal, will be reporting results today. Besides these, there are plenty of broader market names, such as Bandhan Bank, Sapphire Foods, Castrol India, CEAT, Star Health, Piramal Pharma, REC, Motherson Sumi Wiring, Sanofi India, Sanofi Consumer Health, Leela Palace Hotels and many others will be reporting their results today. Watch this space for all the LIVE updates.
Jio Financial shares jump 4% as firm inks 50:50 JV deal with Allianz for general, health insurance business
Jio Financial Services shares jumped after it signed a binding agreement to form a 50:50 insurance joint venture with Allianz Group. The JV will focus on general and health insurance in India, formalising a partnership first announced in July 2025.
Jio, Allianz form 50-50 joint venture to set up non-life insurance company
The partnership will harness Jio’s massive digital reach and Allianz’s global expertise to build a ‘new model’ for general and health insurance in India, the two companies said on Wednesday.
Allianz, Jio Financial Services ink 50:50 insurance JV to tap India’s growing market
Jio Financial Services and Allianz Group are partnering to launch a new insurance venture in India. This 50:50 joint venture will offer general and health insurance solutions. It combines Jio's digital reach with Allianz's global insurance expertise. The venture aims to expand insurance access for individuals and businesses. Operations will commence after regulatory approvals.
Muthoot Finance seeks shareholder nod for entry into insurance distribution biz
Muthoot Finance is gearing up for a pivotal growth phase as it seeks shareholder approval to venture into the insurance distribution arena. This bold step encompasses a wide range of offerings, including life, general, and health insurance products, marking the company's ambition to become a comprehensive corporate agent in India's insurance landscape.
Muthoot Finance plans entry into insurance distribution business
Muthoot Finance seeks shareholder approval to amend its charter and enter insurance distribution as a corporate agent across life, general and health segments in India