RISK

 

Investment and asset risk management, along with liability modelling related to investment activity, is unique for insurers, underpinned as it is by stringent regulatory regimes, demanding portfolio risk policies, evolving reporting procedures, and analytical solutions. Here we provide insight and expert perspectives on how those responsible for asset risk management and liability modelling are meeting existing and emerging demands on their organisations

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UK Pension Risk Transfer market sees huge growth - what will it mean for investments?
  • Tuesday, Aug 19, 2025

The evolving Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) market continues to grow at record speeds, said a new paper.

Increasing temperatures could put pressure on assets
  • Friday, Aug 15, 2025

Concerns around extreme heat and its effects on health and well-being, as well as economic effects, could put pressure on investment portfolios with large real estate holdings. What can be done?

Rise of nat cat expense creates more risk to insurers
  • Thursday, Aug 07, 2025

New reports from Swiss Re and Willis highlight the costliness of nat cats – what can be done to mitigate the risk and protect the exposure of investments?

How do you balance risk and reward in stress testing?
  • Monday, Aug 04, 2025

William Arrata, Asset Liability Manager, Banque de France, gives his thoughts on stress testing and scenario analysis amid the wider risk actions of institutional investors.

Risk deepened by global uncertainty amid fear of economic pressure
  • Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025

Rising legal risks make business environment harder to prepare for and could complicate portfolio management.

Worsening hurricanes pose growing threat to investment portfolios
  • Friday, Jul 18, 2025

New report warns that worsening hurricanes could sharply raise US insurance - and effect investment portfolios.

How to streamline holistic decision making and improve operational efficiency
  • Monday, Jul 14, 2025

Industry experts explain strategies for streamlining holistic decision making and improving operational efficiency in a highly competitive market.

France non-life faces tougher outlook
  • Thursday, Jul 10, 2025

Modest growth and rising claims costs pose challenges for insurers.

Geopolitical risk in the Middle East - what does it mean for insurers?
  • Wednesday, Jul 09, 2025

The US/Israel/Iran situation saw warnings of heightened geopolitical risk – what would this mean for insurers and their investment portfolios?

Political polarisation a rising risk factor
  • Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025

New report for H2 2025 says political polarisation is on the increase and could have serious implications for investing in both emerging and developed markets.

Cyber events now among top global reputation risks for insurers
  • Thursday, Jun 19, 2025

New report warns insurers of how cyber risk affects portfolios and internal operations — here’s how insurers would protect themselves.