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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What US market trends do you need to watch in H2 2024?
  • Monday, Jun 03, 2024

Jan Furrer, Head of Investments at Zurich North America, discusses the macroeconomic conditions and market trends insurance investors need to watch.

Insurance Investor North American advisory board: Q1 2024 recap
  • Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Experts from the world of investment gathered to discuss the big issues affecting their day-to-day operations and long-term strategy – including risk, geopolitics, AI, and regulation.

Countdown to SDR: What do insurers need to know?
  • Wednesday, May 29, 2024

With the UK’s SDRs coming into force over the next few months, Siân Barton explores what insurers need to know to make sure they’re ready and compliant.

How does a global specialty reinsurance business make investments?
  • Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Colin Tipping, Chief Investment Officer, Compre Group, discusses the key differences between specialty reinsurance investment strategy and insurance carriers.

Finding relative value in mortgage-backed securities
  • Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Mortgage-backed securities provide investors with unique and varied investment opportunities.

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  • Thursday, May 09, 2024

Register now to engage and network with like-minded insurance investment, investment risk, and capital management professionals representing insurers.

What is the future for investments made by UK insurers?
  • Monday, May 06, 2024

Ashish Dafria, Chief Investment Officer, Aviva Life, discusses investment in the UK and what he thinks the future of AI can offer investments made by insurers.

Staying vigilant in Buy and Maintain credit portfolios
  • Friday, May 03, 2024

Buy and Maintain strategies can offer investors many of the same benefits of more traditional active funds, while avoiding the pitfalls of passive investing.

What should insurers monitor closely in a volatile economic climate?
  • Monday, Apr 29, 2024

Ruth Farrugia, Head of Insurance Asset Management, MetLife Investment Management, discusses the key components of good portfolio management in a ‘higher-for-longer’ environment.

Income strips for insurers: A natural fit?
  • Friday, Apr 26, 2024

Income strips have always been a popular asset class with insurers but current market dynamics make the opportunity particularly attractive according to M&G.

Game, set & Matching Adjustment
  • Thursday, Apr 25, 2024

Siân Barton takes the temperature of the industry ahead of new Solvency UK changes due to be published in the coming months that could alter investments.

Municipal Bonds: The case for inclusion in European Insurers' portfolios
  • Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024

US municipal bonds may be worth considering for European insurers portfolios as they can provide a source of diversification and other potential benefits.

2024 Global Institutional Investor Study - The tactical and strategic themes shaping insurance portfolios
  • Tuesday, Apr 23, 2024

Nuveen’s annual EQuilibrium study reveals the latest insurance company asset allocation trends, including where insurers are putting money to work in the energy transition.

How to achieve good returns without complicating your portfolio
  • Monday, Apr 22, 2024

Aaron Diefenthaler, Chief Investment Officer, RLI Corp., discusses his approach to investment strategy – and how to achieve returns without complications.

MAPFRE announces new Chief Investment Officer
  • Friday, Apr 19, 2024

CaixaBank AM Chief Juan Bernal takes on role at Spanish global player after top table reshuffle.