Archive

  • Hard Brexit and time for Trump

    19 January 2017

    The uncertainties that flowed into 2017 as a result of the unexpected events of 2016 are beginning to become clearer, and insurers can begin to adjust their asset allocation accordingly. Asa Gibson reports

  • The 2017 investment agenda

    30 December 2016

    With 2016 drawing to a close, investors on behalf of insurers can look back on what was a particularly challenging year. They will be keen to steady the ship and step up investment performance in 2017. Asa Gibson reports

  • L&G sends message to regulators on infrastructure

    16 December 2016

    Insurer piles on the pressure to lower Solvency II capital charges

  • Life insurers make riskier investments

    06 December 2016

    Sector's outlook for 2017 turns negative amid low interest rates and market volatility

  • Industry turns up the heat on MA reform

    05 December 2016

    The industry's opportunity to recommend changes to EU regulation in a post-Brexit world has delivered a comprehensive criticism of the MA. David Walker and Asa Gibson report.

  • Equities and treasuries pumped on Trump

    01 December 2016

    As the dust settles after Donald Trump's surprise election win, investors and economists assess the likely consequences of his administration on financial markets. Asa Gibson reports

  • Going back to normal

    28 November 2016

    Scor Global Investments' chief executive François de Varenne explains to Asa Gibson how the group's asset management policy has moved away from its conservative, post-crisis stance.

  • Construction-only guarantees could boost UK infra opportunities

    28 November 2016

    Autumn Statement signals investment opportunities for UK insurers, says EY's Gareth Mee

  • Aviva to reopen UK property fund after Brexit panic subsides

    23 November 2016

    Firm sold 11 properties to restore liquidity

  • FCA flags concerns over asset managers' risk management practices

    23 November 2016

    Governance and risk culture main concern, says KMPG and ORIC report