Natural disasters

23 strong aftershocks have been recorded, with the strongest measuring magnitude 6.7

This week in ESG: Climate transition council announces Green 100 movement; uninsured natural catastrophe losses rose to US$424 billion in 2025, Swiss Re finds

At the current pace, insured losses have the potential to hit US$186 billion by 2030

Many private equity, venture capital and family offices expect returns of more than 30% on investments, the report finds

There were two confirmed deaths with one still missing

In 2026, the company will continue supporting education, community care and disaster relief

Bullet train services in Aomori were halted due to the tremors

Driven by recent uncertainties, Swiss Re has established a task force to monitor geopolitical hotspots

When well governed, it can absorb shocks, speed reconstruction and strengthen resilience