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October 21, 2013 at 11:04 AM
The U.S. life insurance industry is shifting its investment allocations as liquidity pressure has eased, according to a new study by Conning.
“In 2012 life insurers shifted allocations to reduce holdings in common and preferred stock and increased cash, short term bonds and Schedule BA assets,” says Mary Pat Campbell, analyst at Conning. “We view these shifts as an attempt by life insurers to both increase yield and minimize volatility.
“Direct holdings in real estate and mortgages also saw significant increases due to both improved valuations and increased allocations, Campbell adds. All fixed income asset classes saw growth as well.”
