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Conning Risk Assessment Survey of U.S. Insurers

01/23/2024

U.S. insurers are optimistic about investment markets in 2024 and expect to take on more investment risk, according to a fall 2023 survey of U.S. insurance decision makers commissioned by Conning. The survey also found that insurers think the benefits of adding artificial intelligence tools to the investment process are worth the risks.


2024 Investment Themes To Watch: Navigating Elections, Fed Moves and Fundamentals

01/18/2024

Experts from Conning and affiliate Octagon Credit Investors discuss the many factors shaping the investment environment for insurers as the new year unfolds. 


The Conning Commentary: December 2023

12/20/2023

The December Conning Commentary forecasts continued premium growth across the U.S. life-annuity and property-casualty sectors in 2024, along with positive net operating results and net income. To read the issue, click here. 


Investment Outlook 2024: Focus on Quality As a Mild Recession Looms 

11/10/2023

Rich Sega, Global Chief Investment Strategist, discusses the 2024 investment outlook and strategies to help insurers navigate a challenging environment.


Inflation Modeling Revisited: Part Two

11/07/2023

In part two of his series on inflation, Matt Lightwood discusses the key factors of model performance as well as the importance—and challenges—of using historical data. 


Webinar: CLOs in the Current Market Environment - Opportunities & Outlook 

10/04/2023

Octagon Credit Investors, a Conning affiliate, discusses the state of the collateralized loan obligation (CLO) market in a webinar titled “CLOs in the Current Market Environment: Opportunities & Outlook,” featuring Gretchen Lam, CFA, and Lauren Law, CFA, moderated by Doug McDermott. The presenters also share their perspectives on potential opportunities and risks against a backdrop of higher-for-longer interest rates.


Energy Markets 2050: Alternatives Growing Fast but Hydrocarbons Retain Dominance

09/19/2023

Marcus McGregor and Conning’s commodities research team examine the potential future of energy markets and where investment opportunities may lie.


The Value of Commercial Real Estate in Insurers' Portfolios

08/21/2023

Matt Reilly, Insurance Solutions, outlines the unique features of commercial real estate and explains why insurers should consider an allocation.