Press Release Summary: Conning’s New Viewpoint on Life Insurance Investing
HARTFORD, Conn. – Sept. 22, 2026 – Conning has published a new viewpoint titled “The Next Phase of Life Insurance Investing: Balancing Opportunity, Complexity and Capital,” which examines the evolution of investment portfolios in response to changing interest rates, competition, and portfolio complexity.
Key Highlights:
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Shifts in Asset Allocation: Since 2016, life insurers’ long-term bond allocation has dropped from 80% to 72%. Structured securities now make up 26% of bond portfolios, with higher allocations seen in annuity carriers.
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Investment Strategy as a Differentiator: Matt Reilly, Managing Director at Conning, emphasizes the importance of balancing investment returns with liquidity and risk management amid increasingly complex portfolios.
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Strategic Evaluation: Insurers should assess investment strategies relative to their liabilities and risk profiles, ensuring disciplined construction and governance.
For further details, Read the Full Viewpoint Here.
About Conning
Conning is a leading investment management firm established in 1912, specializing in solutions for the insurance industry and institutional investors. More information can be found at www.conning.com.
Media Contacts:
- Alyssa Gittleman, Conning, 860-229-2288, [email protected]
- Katrin Lieberwirth, Stanton, 646-502-3548, [email protected]
Source: Conning
