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Irdai's fee cap proposal rattles distributors; insurance stocks tumble

1 source · first seen 23:53 24 Sept · updated 23:53 24 Sept

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  • IRDAI proposed commission caps could reduce distributor incomes
  • Banks and NBFCs face pressure from lower insurance-product payouts
  • Lower insurance distribution income may pressure banks, NBFCs and insurers

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IRDAI's proposed insurance distribution reforms

IRDAI proposed phased cuts to insurers’ expense limits, commission caps and a ban on compulsory insurance bundling with loans. The proposals prompted debate over premiums, mis-selling and distributor payouts, while reports highlighted possible earnings risks for PB Fintech.

Friday, 25 September

  1. 2 sources
    IRDAI proposal to curb insurer expenses and commissions could aid policyholders
  2. Insurance stocks crash as Irdai proposes tighter rules
  3. Insurance commission revamp to push insurtech firms to the brink

Thursday, 24 September

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    Irdai's fee cap proposal rattles distributors; insurance stocks tumble
  2. Lower commissions could push Policybazaar into insurance manufacturing: Yashish Dahiya
  3. PB Fintech may explore new business options after Irdai commission cuts
  4. Irdai commission curbs spark sharp selloff in insurers, banks and NBFCs

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