North American life insurers Q3 earnings a mixed bag

In the past two months, several life insurers have published varied Q3 earnings reports. Some of those have posted positive results, while others have suffered setbacks due to market conditions largely.

Volatility has once again been evident in fluctuations in bond yields, derivative losses, and unforeseen changes in currency and bond markets.

Life insurers, to match their long-term liabilities, are uniquely tied to the perceived fiscal stability of governments and companies through their sizable investments in bonds.

Against this macro background, which insurers came out of Q3 unscathed, which experienced setbacks, and what were the reasons? 

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