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 UK investors need to know about ESG regulatory reporting
  • Wednesday, Sep 27, 2023

Wendy Walford, Head of Climate Risk, Legal & General, discusses how to mix adherence for country-specific ESG reporting frameworks with international precedents.

The merge between investment management and investment operations
  • Tuesday, Sep 26, 2023

Benjamin Page-Fort, Director GTM Strategy, SimCorp and Gregg Lutz, Investment Strategist for American Equity, explore the differences and commonalities between the front and back office.

Regulator’s view: How to build a strong market in a natural disaster-prone area
  • Monday, Sep 25, 2023

Jim Donelon, Commissioner, Louisiana Department of Insurance, shares his views on the insurance market from the US’s most hurricane-hit state.

Participate in Mercer & Oliver Wyman's 2023 Global Insurance Investment Survey
  • Thursday, Sep 21, 2023

By taking part in this survey, you will help to build a comprehensive picture of how your industry is positioned for, and adapting to, the challenges of today’s market.

Asset classes in 2024: Old risks still present biggest market challenges
  • Thursday, Sep 21, 2023

Panel discussion highlights the new – and recurring – market challenges for investors looking for yield and stability.

Property sector looks promising for renewables-hungry investors
  • Friday, Sep 15, 2023

As investors turn to ‘green’ energy for return and diversification, push for energy efficient buildings could increase property sector appeal.

Asia ex-China best emerging markets debt opportunities for H2 2023
  • Tuesday, Sep 12, 2023

Changes in demographics and economic management have highlighted where institutional investors can find success in emerging markets.

In Private Credit Manager Selection, the Devil is in the Diligence
  • Monday, Sep 11, 2023

Alpha in private credit derives from loss avoidance, not upside potential. That’s why investors must look for private credit managers with key characteristics.

How to balance ESG priorities with crunched resources
  • Monday, Sep 11, 2023

Tim Manuel, Partner and Head of Responsible Investment at Aon, discusses how investment teams can negotiate E, S, and G priorities.

Allianz launches first net zero transition plan
  • Friday, Sep 08, 2023

The major insurer’s new net zero plan sees footprinting changes and a reassessment of allocation to high emitters.

The strengths and pitfalls of social housing as an asset class
  • Monday, Sep 04, 2023

Joe Griffin, Credit Analyst at Just Group plc, discusses making social housing a core part of an investment strategy.

Royal London Asset Management - Quarterly Insurance Update September 2023
  • Monday, Sep 04, 2023

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: An attractive alternative for insurers
  • Monday, Aug 28, 2023

Emerging market investment grade debt offers insurers high credit quality, elevated yields and income generating potential.

Investing in AI: Fad or fate?
  • Thursday, Aug 24, 2023

With US CHIPS Act and UK PM Rishi Sunak announcing £1 billion semiconductor investment, insurers could follow suit with AI allocation.

Regulator’s view: Idaho’s Dean Cameron on portfolio allocation
  • Monday, Aug 21, 2023

Dean Cameron, Director of the Idaho Department of Insurance, talks asset allocation for insurance investors and portfolio construction ino ur latest regulator's view interview.