Our second look at what 2026 might hold for institutional investment teams explores the impact of digital transformation, both in terms of the growth of digital assets and the arrival of artificial intelligence in the world of asset allocation and portfolio management.
Predictions of how a whole year in the financial markets will pan out seem to be increasingly challenging. It is now an accepted truism that we live in uncertain times and that has shattered some previously accepted – perhaps too cosy – assumptions. Although it may be harder, looking forward is more important than ever for the stewards of the billions in assets managed by insurers and pension funds.
It could have been so much worse will probably be the prevailing reaction among insurance company and pension fund investment bosses as a turbulent year draws to its close.
UK insurers and pension funds trying to shape their approach to sustainability in their underwriting and investment portfolios face a potential regulatory blind spot, according to a new industry report.
