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E&Y highlights Asian market challenges

19 February 2010

Strong prospects for economic growth can be found in emerging markets, such as Asia. However for those companies prepared to invest for the long haul, there will be many challenges according to Ernst & Young’s Global Insurance Center 2010 Far East Insurance Outlook.

Strong prospects for economic growth can be found in emerging markets, such as Asia. However for those companies prepared to invest for the long haul, there will be many challenges according to Ernst & Young’s Global Insurance Center 2010 Far East Insurance Outlook.

“In spite of differences across the region and characteristics that vary from one country to another, insurers can rely on some common themes as they rebound from the global economic crisis,” said Jeff Malatskey, insurance leader, Ernst & Young, Far East. “Competition between local companies, regional and global players, and a shift in consumer mindset will all lead to product opportunities. However, insurers in the Far East will also face growing...


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