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Insurance commission revamp to push insurtech firms to the brink

1 source · first seen 06:00 25 Sept · updated 06:00 25 Sept

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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. IRDAI's commission reset impact; ETSA winner Progcap’s next bet
  2. 2 sources
    IRDAI proposal to curb insurer expenses and commissions could aid policyholders
  3. Insurance stocks crash as Irdai proposes tighter rules
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    Insurance commission revamp to push insurtech firms to the brink

Thursday, 24 September

  1. 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

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Economic TimesInsurance commission revamp to push insurtech firms to the brink06:00