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Society of Actuaries and Conning Provide a Practical Guide on Economic Scenario Generators
08/10/2016
The Society of Actuaries (SOA) released a new research paper on economic scenario generators. Authored by Conning, a global investment management firm with financial risk modeling software capabilities, the paper serves as a practical guide in understanding future paths of economies and financial markets, and risk elements driving financial variability.
Conning Completes Octagon Acquisition
02/02/2016
Conning, a premier global investment management firm, today announced that it has completed the previously-announced acquisition of Octagon Credit Investors, LLC (“Octagon”), a U.S.-based investment manager with expertise in collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), bank loans and high yield bonds.
Conning Sees Growing Demand For Its High Dividend Equity Strategy In a Volatile Market Environment
01/28/2016
According to Conning, a leading global investment solutions provider, insurance industry investors, are increasing allocations to high dividend equity strategies in this low interest rate environment to enhance income and portfolio diversification.
Conning To Acquire Octagon Credit Investors
11/05/2015
Conning, a leading global insurance asset management firm, today announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Octagon Credit Investors, LLC (“Octagon”), a U.S.–based manager of specialized credit asset classes with expertise in collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), bank loans and high yield bonds.
Conning, Inc. Announces Launch of Conning-Goodwin Capital Core Plus Bond CIF
10/21/2015
Conning, Inc. today announced the launch of the Conning-Goodwin Capital Core Plus Bond CIF (“Fund”).
Cathay Financial Holdings Completes Conning Acquisition
09/18/2015
Cathay Financial Holding Co., Ltd. (“Cathay”) (TWSE: 2882), a leading financial services provider, today has completed the previously-announced acquisition of Conning Holdings Corp. (“Conning”) through its subsidiary, Cathay Life Insurance Co, Ltd. (“Cathay Life”). Conning is a premier global investment manager focused on the insurance industry with capabilities in risk and capital management and insurance research.
Conning Builds Strong Case for Portfolio Diversification for Property-Casualty Insurers
08/06/2015
A recent Conning® analysis that models the impact of non-traditional and alternative investments on Property/Casualty (P/C) insurers’ portfolios illustrates how diversification may help optimize P/C portfolios’ risk/reward ratio under various market conditions.
Conning Appoints Donald E. Townswick as Equities Director
05/05/2015
Conning, Inc., a leading global provider of investment management solutions, services and research to the insurance industry, today announced the appointment of Donald E. Townswick, CFA, as Director, Equity Products. Based in Hartford, CT, Don will support Conning’s global equity strategy, including the development of new equity strategies.
Conning Study Highlights U.S. Life Insurance Companies’ Increasing Exposure to Triple-B Corporate Credit Despite Declining Risk Premiums
03/26/2015
A recent survey conducted by Conning with the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) captured the concerns of 50 U.S. life insurance CEOs, highlighting declining investment income and the need for capital appreciation as primary concerns.
Cathay Financial Holdings Announces Acquisition of Conning
11/12/2014
Expands Cathay's asset management business globally and adds breadth and depth of services for both Conning and Cathay clients across Asia, Europe and North America.