Where Outcomes Diverge: Selectivity and Underwriting in Non-Sponsored Direct Lending
07/30/2026
Conning explores the growing importance of manager selection, underwriting rigor, and portfolio structure in private credit investing. Focusing on non-sponsored direct lending, this Viewpoint highlights how asset coverage, governance provisions, and disciplined credit analysis may help insurers balance income generation with capital preservation in an increasingly competitive market.
Conning Key Facts
07/28/2026
“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.
Beyond the Text Podcast
07/09/2026
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 Next Differentiator: Investment Strategy in the Evolving P&C Market
06/18/2026
Investment strategy may become an increasingly important differentiator for P&C insurers. This viewpoint explores how P&C insurers are evolving portfolio construction through structured credit, private markets, and diversified income-oriented strategies while balancing risk, liquidity, and capital efficiency.
FHLB as a Strategic Lever for Insurance Balance Sheets
06/11/2026
In our June 2026 Conning Viewpoint, FHLB as a Strategic Lever for Insurance Balance Sheets, we examine how insurers are incorporating Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) capacity into broader balance sheet strategies. The paper explores collateral and advance utilization across insurer segments and highlights the role FHLB membership can play in supporting liquidity management, funding efficiency, and asset liability management.
AI in Insurance: The Fraternal Insurer Perspective
06/09/2026
Conning explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping insurance operations and what that means for fraternal insurers. The paper examines adoption trends across underwriting, claims, operations, and customer engagement, while highlighting the importance of workforce readiness, governance, transparency, and trust as organizations integrate AI into the insurance value chain.
State of the States 2026
06/02/2026
Conning’s 2026 State of the States report features a highly interactive format that allows you to dive into the data that drives our annual evaluation of the credit quality of all 50 U.S. states.
Convertible Market Dynamics and Portfolio Implications for Insurers
04/28/2026
David Tyson, managing director and portfolio manager, discusses why convertible issuance has rebounded since 2020 and how its hybrid structure continues to offer insurers a balance of equity upside and downside protection, with performance driven more by market conditions than timing..
Everything GOES Podcast
03/18/2026
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.