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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European insurers’ returns “have peaked”
  • Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024

A new report said insurers in Europe had passed their peak profitability and highlighted risk of climate inaction.

How are investors adapting to lengthened macroeconomic volatility?
  • Wednesday, Apr 03, 2024

Mahir Rasheed, Vice President, Senior Economist, Swiss Re, discusses the wider US economic situation in 2024: what is going well, and what investors should keep their eyes on.

Insurers still worried about potential US recession
  • Tuesday, Apr 02, 2024

A new survey of insurance investment showed continued concern about US slowdown and recession despite threats from volatility waning.

Which assets are likely to be most and least resilient in 2024?
  • Thursday, Mar 28, 2024

Macroeconomic, regulatory, and geopolitical forces are likely to cause strategic changes in asset management strategies this year, said a panel at Private Markets Investor | Europe.

Globalisation is on the way out – what does this mean for investors?
  • Friday, Mar 15, 2024

A new political risk report highlighted a deglobalisation trend amongst economies and how it feeds into increasing risks.

Are insurers changing how they manage risk exposure?
  • Tuesday, Mar 12, 2024

Amit Agrawal, Head of Fixed Income, AXA XL, and Sean Barnes, VP of Finance, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer, United Educators, discuss the current biggest risks in an insurer's p...

How should insurers position themselves to tackle future risks?
  • Thursday, Feb 29, 2024

Pooja Rahman, Chief Risk Officer, Transamerica, gives her views on the major risks impacting insurers and how should they be looking to work in this environment.

How to maximise options for collateral in private markets
  • Monday, Feb 12, 2024

Grigory Spivak, Asset Strategy & ALM, Savings & Retirement, Pacific Life Re, shares his thoughts on how to best offer collateral and private assets in a volatile market.

Regulator’s View: TDCI Commissioner Carter Lawrence on the dangers of poor investment strategy
  • Monday, Feb 05, 2024

Carter Lawrence, Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI), shares his thoughts on how defined investment guidelines can pose less risk and help insurers grow.

Aon: Green investment only way to dampen increasing risks
  • Wednesday, Jan 24, 2024

Aon’s new report on risks highlights climate and natural catastrophe areas to which the industry isn’t giving enough attention or money.

What are the risks around deadlines when transitioning towards net zero?
  • Tuesday, Jan 23, 2024

Anand Rajagopal, Private Markets Sustainability Lead, Phoenix Group, discusses how to balance innovative approaches to net-zero targets that meet deadlines.