Why alt risk premia strategies are still worth considering
Despite growing scepticism about the performance of alternative risk premia across the world, advocates argue the asset class still has a role to play in portfolios.
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Investors ditching alternative risk premia on poor returns
Having drawn rising institutional attention and flows in recent years, ARP strategies are seen to be suffering their worst year on record, and many asset owners are making for the exit.
Chinese insurers brace for higher asset risk charges
The industry regulator may want Chinese insurance firms to reduce risk in their investment portfolios, but it seems to be sending mixed messages.
Cathay Life readies portfolio for looming solvency rules
Taiwan's biggest insurer braces for challenges as it increases its exposure to foreign bonds and dividend-yielding stocks ahead of the upcoming new capital regime.
Asian insurers building from the basics in ESG adoption
Regional insurers lack a holistic approach to ESG adoption, but appear likely to increasingly use exchange-traded funds as they increase their usage of the principles.
Insurers seen backing infra assets amid volatility
Life insurance firms in Asia and globally are said to be seeking infrastructure investments to source reliably strong returns while reducing their interest in poorly performing real estate.
