David Walker

Eiopa's advice on standard formula change offers promise for insurers' investments

The European authority published its recommendations to the European Commission on changing the standard formula, with positives to be found on the scope of look-through, regional government bonds and internal credit assessment.

Eiopa suggests boon for property and alternative investments

Authority says look-through may apply to insurers' investment-related undertakings

China Life heralds 10% jump in net investment yield

Yield now 5%, but still lags Ping An's

UK parliamentary committee urges loosening of strict capital constraints on investments after Brexit

Treasury Committee says Solvency II is dangerous, while matching adjustment is artificial and cumbersome

PRA puts matching adjustment reform on the agenda

Consultation open and suggestions could open door to new asset types

Ping An recruits from Citi for new fintech fund

Global Voyager Fund already made investment in start-up of ex-Barclays head

China Life delights investors with profit forecast

Gross investment yield was 4.6% it says

UK insurers stick by anti-cyclical buying of credit as appetite grows, Bank of England finds

Research shows greater anti-cyclicality by underwriters than any other institution

PRA to require semi-annual reporting of market risk sensitivity

Regulator warns new risks may need analysis as underwriters broaden investments

German regulator warns on stress test practices for fund investments