Beyond the Text Podcast
02/10/2026
Beyond the Text is a Conning podcast that features insights from its Insurance Research Department. Conning’s analysts have deep industry knowledge and come from various backgrounds providing a greater level of context on industry trends for insurance professionals.
The Structural Rise of Structured Products: Parallel Growth Across Insurers and Mutual Funds
01/27/2026
Conning’s latest Viewpoint explores how structured credit has transitioned from a specialty sleeve to a core component of fixed-income portfolios for insurers and mutual funds. The appeal lies in higher spread per unit of capital, strong credit enhancement, and predictable amortization—qualities that align with liability-driven portfolios and demand for stable, cash-flow-generating assets.
Direct Lending for Insurers: Enhancing Yields and Optimizing Capital Efficiency
12/11/2025
Explore how private credit is reshaping insurer portfolios as the market surpasses $2 trillion. Learn how rated structures and disciplined manager selection can help insurers access capital-efficient yield and position direct lending within long-term balance-sheet goals.
Private Placements: Aiming for Greater Yields, Downside Protection and Customized Cash Flows
11/06/2025
Private placements are gaining traction among insurers seeking higher yields and greater control over their portfolios. In Conning’s latest Viewpoint, “Private Placements: Aiming for Greater Yields, Downside Protection and Customized Cash Flows,” we explore how this asset class can offer yield premiums, robust investor protections, and tailored maturities that align with insurers’ liability needs.
Everything GOES Podcast
10/31/2025
Everything GOES is a monthly podcast for insurers who want to learn more about the transition from AIRG to GOES and what it will mean for them and their process. Topics will include timing, delivery options, key model changes and the model governance process.
Conning Key Facts
10/28/2025
“Key Facts” offers an overview of Conning’s assets under management, the experience and depth of our investment staff, and our array of capabilities to help you get a quick understanding of our company.
Unlocking the Strategic Potential of CLOs for Institutional Portfolios
10/16/2025
This page brings together three key research papers that explore the evolving role of CLOs—from investment-grade tranches to BB-rated opportunities—and how they can be strategically implemented to support long-term financial objectives.
Adding Perspective to Insurance Asset Allocation Decision-Making: Exploring the “Efficient Surface”
10/09/2025
Conning’s latest Viewpoint introduces the “efficient surface”—a multidimensional framework for insurance asset allocation—as traditional risk-return models fall short in capturing the complexity insurers face. By using advanced modeling techniques and scenario-based simulations to help build tailored strategies that align with enterprise goals and regulatory realities, Conning can help unlock capital efficiency and build smarter portfolios.