STRATEGY

 

Insurers’ investment strategies are constantly evolving in response to, as well as in anticipation of, market, economic, and own organisational changes. Here we provide insight and analysis into the views of market participants and influencers on the latest developments taking place globally and how they have impacted asset allocation, investment, and trading decision-making.

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Royal London Asset Management - Quarterly Insurance Update September 2023
  • Monday, Sep 04, 2023

As market attention turns towards expectations of when, and at what level, rates will peak, Royal London Asset Management assess the current market.

Emerging market investment grade debt: An attractive alternative for insurers
  • Monday, Aug 28, 2023

Emerging market investment grade debt offers insurers high credit quality, elevated yields and income generating potential.

Investing in AI: Fad or fate?
  • Thursday, Aug 24, 2023

With US CHIPS Act and UK PM Rishi Sunak announcing £1 billion semiconductor investment, insurers could follow suit with AI allocation.

Regulator’s view: Idaho’s Dean Cameron on portfolio allocation
  • Monday, Aug 21, 2023

Dean Cameron, Director of the Idaho Department of Insurance, talks asset allocation for insurance investors and portfolio construction ino ur latest regulator's view interview.

How is portfolio construction changing in the current market?
  • Monday, Aug 21, 2023

Mark Wood, Head of Credit, Aviva, discusses portfolio construction and developing strong risk management in the current volatile market.

How is portfolio construction changing in today’s market?
  • Monday, Aug 14, 2023

Mike Chappell, Head of Illiquid Asset Portfolio, Phoenix, discusses portfolio construction and what this can offer investors.

When can investors expect ESG regulatory standardisation?
  • Monday, Aug 07, 2023

David Carlin, Head of Risk, United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative, outlines the ESG regulatory roadmap.

Renewables market set to grow as net zero targets approach
  • Wednesday, Aug 02, 2023

Whilst EU net-zero transition target is significant tailwind for renewables investments, returns will vary by sector.

Regulator’s view: Captive markets continue to increase
  • Monday, Jul 17, 2023

Trinidad Navarro, Commissioner, Delaware Department of Insurance, explains how his state may be small but packs an outsized punch.

UNEP drops targets and obligations for NZIA
  • Wednesday, Jul 12, 2023

Browbeaten industry body reduces its goals to ‘voluntary best practice guide’ after months of poor headlines.

Not all bonds are created equal amidst rate hikes
  • Thursday, Jul 06, 2023

Tightening rates globally mean a diversified, actively-managed fixed income portfolio is more necessary now than ever for investors.

Changing demand dynamics: Opportunities for European insurers
  • Monday, Jul 03, 2023

As DB schemes approach the end game and continue to rebalance their portfolios, we think insurance companies have an opportunity to capture value opportunities across a range of asset classes.

Inflation concerns and opportunity for private credit in US
  • Thursday, Jun 29, 2023

Eric Cantor, Vice Chairman and Managing Director at Moelis & Company, said the 2024 election would determine the future of private credit.

What macroeconomic trends should investors watch out for?
  • Monday, Jun 26, 2023

James Pomeroy, Global Economist, HSBC, shares his ideas on where the global economy is heading and the underlying macroeconomic trends.

Where next for inflation?
  • Monday, Jun 19, 2023

Generali Insurance Asset Management shares their investment insight for liability-driven investors in inflationary landscapes.