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 market trends are we seeing heading into 2026?
  • Monday, Sep 22, 2025

Marco Zanuso, Chief Sales and Marketing, Generali Investments, discusses the trends in the market they’re seeing, and what risks are flying under the radar for investors heading forward.

Shifting sands of private debt; what is happening with non-bank lending?
  • Thursday, Sep 18, 2025

Private debt could be losing its sheen now that bank lending rules have been relaxed. Is it still as attractive to fill the gap for non-bank lending?

US house prices' regional variance starting to drive trends nationwide
  • Tuesday, Sep 16, 2025

Up in the Northeast, down in the West and South – what will it mean overall and what’s driving it?

Integrating sustainability considerations into your risk management frameworks
  • Monday, Sep 15, 2025

Sindhu Krishna, Independent Sustainable Investment Consultant, shares her views on adapting to regulatory and market-driven changes.

Enhancing the credit premium: Securitised Credit a compelling alternative to Investment Grade Corporate Credit
  • Monday, Sep 15, 2025

Challenger IM explores how securitised credit can enhance yield, reduce volatility, and offer defensive value for institutional portfolios.

US unemployment is up; what could it mean for fixed income?
  • Friday, Sep 12, 2025

US unemployment data shows some negative numbers. Could it be enough for the Fed to make cuts? And what will that mean for investors?

Craig Sabal named as incoming New York Life CIO
  • Friday, Sep 12, 2025

A successor named after Tony Malloy announces retirement from the life insurance giant.

Where are US valuations heading among global market changes
  • Thursday, Sep 11, 2025

Recent headlines from the investment world paint a negative picture of the US market, but others see opportunities amid changes to equities and credit spreads.

Developing Operational Efficiencies: Lowering the cost of operating, utilising AI, and creating high performance standards
  • Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025

Industry experts give their thoughts on AI's influence in the workplace and how it can lower operational costs.

Global forces and their local impact on investment strategies
  • Monday, Sep 08, 2025

Michela Bariletti, Chief Credit Officer, Phoenix Group, discusses strategies and tactics to ensure portfolio resilience in a complex macroeconomic environment.

From “known unknowns” to quantified risks: enhancing portfolio construction & rebalancing with stress & scenario testing
  • Monday, Sep 08, 2025

Converting uncertainties into measurable risks can strengthen insurers’ investment portfolios.

Great-West Lifeco names John Melvin as new CIO
  • Monday, Sep 08, 2025

Canadian life insurer announces new Chief Investment Officer.

Reinsurance profits likely to stay healthy in 2026 despite “deteriorating” outlook
  • Tuesday, Sep 02, 2025

Pre Rendez-Vous reports emphasise market changes for reinsurers amid heightened nat cat costs and a poorer outlook for next year.

Solvency UK reforms: what opportunities are there to invest in new asset classes?
  • Monday, Sep 01, 2025

Xavier Solano, Assistant Director, Head of Prudential Regulation, Association of British Insurers (ABI), gives his thoughts on where Solvency UK creates opportunities and challenges for insurers an...

Annuity sales growth and capital management strategies reshape insurance portfolios
  • Friday, Aug 29, 2025

AM Best publishes a report on the growing annuity sales and their target returns, discussing how this is impacting re/insurers' portfolios.