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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2024 Insurance Outlook: Position portfolios for the unexpected
  • Monday, Dec 18, 2023

Wellington Management’s 2024 Insurance Outlook offers two critical ideas for insurers' 2024 investment planning: doubling down on diversification and rethinking risk.

COP28: What are the developments for investors?
  • Wednesday, Dec 13, 2023

There are hits and misses for investors hoping for change with COP28 developments after landmark ‘fossil fuel phase out’ agreement signed.

Royal London Asset Management – Insurance update
  • Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023

As global growth continues to concern, Royal London Asset Management assess which investment strategies could help insurers navigate the changing economic environment

PRIVATE MARKETS INVESTOR 2024 - REGISTER NOW
  • Thursday, Dec 07, 2023

Register now to learn how to improve outcomes in private market investments, operations, and DC arrangements.

In Private Credit Manager Selection, the Devil is in the Diligence - December 2023
  • Wednesday, Dec 06, 2023

Alpha in private credit derives from loss avoidance, not upside potential. That’s why it’s critical for investors to look for private credit managers with three key characteristics.

Where will US inflation go in 2024?
  • Monday, Dec 04, 2023

US inflation numbers are lower than expected but expectations of healthy growth in 2024 are still mixed, so what will this mean for investors?

STS ABS: Increasing return on capital under Solvency II and more
  • Friday, Dec 01, 2023

How can insurers incorporate STS ABS into their portfolios? We highlight several of the most common themes.

Investment industry gives nod to FCA's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements
  • Wednesday, Nov 29, 2023

Investors react with both goodwill and apprehension to the UK financial services regulatory body presenting its delayed Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and investment labels.

Insurance Investor | European Awards – NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
  • Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023

Enter now for a chance to highlight excellence in European insurance asset, capital, and investment risk management.

Regulator's view: Why complex investments are the most concerning
  • Monday, Nov 27, 2023

Barbara Richardson, Cabinet Executive Officer (CEO), Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI), gives her views on the investment risks she monitors the most closely.

How to bridge investment and operations
  • Friday, Nov 24, 2023

Gregg Lutz, Investment Strategist, American Equity Life, discusses how to foster synergy between departments and deliver more value.

Social housing as an asset class: Decarbonisation plans and potential
  • Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023

Joe Griffin, Credit Analyst at Just Group plc, explains the decarbonisation potential behind social housing as an asset class.

Pressure group lambasts Lloyd’s insurers over fossil fuel continuation
  • Tuesday, Nov 14, 2023

Despite promises to the contrary, a new study shows Lloyd’s insurers are still wedded to underwriting and investments in fossil fuels.

How asset owners can improve active stewardship practices
  • Friday, Nov 10, 2023

A panel on active stewardship and supply chain management said engagement strategies were improving but data was still an issue.

How to turn net-zero ambition into action
  • Tuesday, Nov 07, 2023

Senior industry figures said that short-termism would not achieve the necessary investment results for the net-zero transition.