Evolution and Challenges of Insurance Industry in Hong Kong: From a Backward Investment Channel to a Leading Financial Product
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insurance industry, Hong Kong, investment channel, financial product, sustainability
Abstract
The objective of the study is to explore the growth trajectory of Hong Kong's insurance industry and its changing position in the financial market, this study uses historical literature analysis, market data analysis, and case studies to conduct an in-depth investigation of the development of Hong Kong's insurance industry from the 1980s to the present. The study found that the Hong Kong insurance industry has experienced a transformation from a marginal investment channel to a core financial product, and the product attributes have also undergone significant changes with market demand and technological progress. The analysis shows that the growth of the individual life insurance market is mainly driven by factors such as increased consumer awareness, market policy support, and stable economic environment. However, the study also identified challenges facing the industry, such as market saturation, regulatory changes, and declining consumer trust. Based on these findings, it is recommended to adopt diversified product strategies, strengthen consumer education, and improve service quality to maintain the vitality and sustainability of Hong Kong's insurance industry. The results of this study not only reveal the evolution law of the insurance industry, but also have important theoretical and practical significance for promoting the realization of financial freedom, enhancing industry competitiveness, and formulating future market strategies.
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