InsuranceAUM.com Episode 204: Esoteric ABS and the Evolution of Insurance Asset Management
In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com podcast, host Stewart Foley is joined by Kerry O’Brien, Head of Insurance Portfolio Management at Insight Investment, and Richard Talmage, CFA, Portfolio Manager at Insight Investment. The conversation dives into the evolution of insurance asset management and the burgeoning asset class of esoteric ABS.
Kerry shares insights into her extensive career, the growth of Insight Investment, and the current challenges and opportunities facing insurance asset managers. She emphasizes the sophistication and diversity of today’s insurance portfolios and how Insight's technology and expertise support these complex needs.
Rich discusses the rise of esoteric ABS, detailing the unique opportunities it presents for insurance portfolios. He highlights the importance of relationships and deep institutional resources in underwriting these assets, making a compelling case for their inclusion in diversified portfolios.
Tune in to learn about the evolution of insurance asset management, the benefits of esoteric ABS, and how Insight Investment is leading the charge in this dynamic field.