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Hiscox appoints new chief investment officer
06 January 2020James Millard takes over from Alex Veys
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Hiscox to look at increasing asset risk
01 May 2018Hiscox’s CIO Alex Veys took over the role six months ago and is currently exploring new avenues to improve the business. By Sarfraz Thind
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Hiscox hires former Partnership CIO
25 October 2017Specialist Lloyd's insurer Hiscox has appointed Alex Veys to take over as chief investment officer from David Astor, who is retiring following 15 years with the underwriter.
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Massive increase in currency hedging cost as Brexit vote looms
20 June 2016Insurers face currency hedging hike with UK volatility near financial crisis highs
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Asset diversification gains in popularity among insurers
05 March 2015The benefits of diversification under Solvency II are becoming clearer. But should insurers try to reap these benefits with in-house solutions or the help of external multi-asset funds? Sarfraz Thind reports
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Partnership's collegiate approach to managing its assets
22 October 2014CIO Alex Veys describes the UK life insurer's investment style and structure, and the relationship with its external manager. Hardeep Dhillon reports
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Buy-and-maintain strategies attract insurers' interest
14 October 2014Some insurers are looking at buy-and-maintain strategies because of claims that they can increase yield without taking on too much credit risk and reduce transaction costs. Hardeep Dhillon looks at the arguments
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Matching adjustment rules force rethink on mortgages and property
06 August 2014Insurers are facing challenges in recognising which assets qualify for the matching adjustment
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Annuity changes put corporate bonds under pressure
23 April 2014Revisions to the UK's legislation around annuities is causing insurers to rethink investment strategies. Hardeep Dhillon examines the impact on sterling capital markets and demand for assets