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.
Changes in demographics and economic management have highlighted where institutional investors can find success in emerging markets.
Alpha in private credit derives from loss avoidance, not upside potential. That’s why investors must look for private credit managers with key characteristics.
Tim Manuel, Partner and Head of Responsible Investment at Aon, discusses how investment teams can negotiate E, S, and G priorities.
The major insurer’s new net zero plan sees footprinting changes and a reassessment of allocation to high emitters.
Joe Griffin, Credit Analyst at Just Group plc, discusses making social housing a core part of an investment strategy.
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 offers insurers high credit quality, elevated yields and income generating potential.
With US CHIPS Act and UK PM Rishi Sunak announcing £1 billion semiconductor investment, insurers could follow suit with AI allocation.
Dean Cameron, Director of the Idaho Department of Insurance, talks asset allocation for insurance investors and portfolio construction in our latest regulator's view interview.
Mark Wood, Head of Credit, Aviva, discusses portfolio construction and developing strong risk management in the current volatile market.
Mike Chappell, Head of Illiquid Asset Portfolio, Phoenix, discusses portfolio construction and what this can offer investors.
David Carlin, Head of Risk, United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative, outlines the ESG regulatory roadmap.
Whilst EU net-zero transition target is significant tailwind for renewables investments, returns will vary by sector.
Trinidad Navarro, Commissioner, Delaware Department of Insurance, explains how his state may be small but packs an outsized punch.
Browbeaten industry body reduces its goals to ‘voluntary best practice guide’ after months of poor headlines.
