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Tune in to the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, hosted by our Managing Partner, Stewart Foley, CFA. Our podcast features insightful conversations with CIOs, asset managers, and other distinguished professionals in the insurance asset management industry. Each episode delves into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities, providing listeners with valuable perspectives and practical advice. Our podcasts are available in the Podcast Center and through popular distribution channels like Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube. Don’t miss out on these engaging discussions that are essential for insurance investors and asset managers.
Emerging Markets Debt - Investing in Stability Amongst an Ever-Changing Landscape
Siddharth Dahiya of Aberdeen Investments joins Stewart Foley to explore how insurers can navigate the evolving opportunities and risks in emerging market debt.
Emerging Market Equities: CapEx, Chips, and a Charging China
From capital expenditure catalysts to geopolitical crosswinds, tune in to hear why Global Head of Equities Devan Kaloo remains bullish – and what risks he’s watching.
The Low Rate Environment Could Impact Products and Investment Portfolio Mix
Bob Huang of Morgan Stanley joins the InsuranceAUM.com podcast to discuss how a lower-rate environment could reshape insurance product innovation and portfolio strategy.
Lauren Hochfelder on Bloomberg The Close
Lauren Hochfelder, Co-CEO of Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing, joined Bloomberg The Close to discuss market expectations for real estate, what’s ahead in senior housing and net lease investing. Lauren also addresses the manufacturing build out that is driving increased demand within industrial real estate, another major focus area for Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing.
The Evolving Role of Fixed Income in Insurance Investment Portfolios – Opportunities and Use-Cases in an Increasingly Multi-Asset World
Jeff Miller and Stephen “Fitz” Fitzsimmons of Morgan Stanley Investment Management discuss the evolving role of fixed income in insurance portfolios, from ALM optimization to opportunities in public and private credit.
Emerging markets equities: Game on or game over?
In the latest episode, Devan and Tom recap the first quarter of 2025 before delving into the impacts of US policies and exploring the opportunities ahead for the asset class.
Emerging Markets Debt: the Aftershocks of Liberation Day
In the latest episode, Edwin and Paul recap the first quarter of 2025 before turning their attention to tariffs and trade wars and what they could mean for emerging market fixed income investors.
Episode 291: Fund Finance: Evolution, Insights, & Opportunities
Shelley Morrison, Head of Fund Finance at Aberdeen Investments, joins the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast to discuss the evolution of fund finance, its appeal to insurers, and Aberdeen’s disciplined, client-focused approach to this growing asset class.
Episode 288: Executive Spotlight: Eric Partlan, CFA, CAIA, Chief Investment Officer at MassMutual
Eric Partlan, Chief Investment Officer at MassMutual, discusses long-term investing, the mutual insurer advantage, and how MassMutual’s strategic partnerships and early private credit leadership support over $285 billion in general account assets.
Episode 281: How Can BDCs Be Used to Optimize Direct Lending?
Join host Stewart Foley on the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast as we explore how BDC disclosures provide transparency into direct lending, asset quality, and market trends for insurance investors.
Episode 243: Extension Strategies in Emerging Debt
Sid Dahiya is the Head of Emerging Market Corporate Debt at Aberdeen.
Episode 238: Inside Private Equity: Insights from Aaron Sack of Morgan Stanley
Aaron Sack is the Head of Morgan Stanley Capital Partners.