How health insurance industry can offer relevant products for Gen Y and Gen Z

How health insurance industry can offer relevant products for Gen Y and Gen Z

In India, health insurance remains optional and the healthcare system is divided into public and private sector, with free healthcare services available only at government facilities under the public sector. Industry estimates reveal that the health insurance market is significantly underpenetrated, with nearly 40 million people lacking any health cover. Lack of awareness, affordability issues … Read more

Niva Bupa IPO: Will investors overlook the competition to chase growth?

Niva Bupa IPO: Will investors overlook the competition to chase growth?

Two is better than one. That’s certainly true for India’s standalone health insurance (SAHI) sector, which currently has only one listed company, Star Health and Allied Insurance Co Ltd. The upcoming listing of Niva Bupa Health Insurance Co will provide another option to investors looking to participate in the SAHI growth story. Based on net … Read more