Episode 318: The Evolving Role of Fixed Income in Insurance Investment Portfolios – Opportunities and Use-Cases in an Increasingly Multi-Asset World

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, speaks with Jeff Miller, Co-Head of Fixed Income and Portfolio Manager, and Stephen “Fitz” Fitzsimmons, Executive Director of Insurance Solutions, both at Morgan Stanley Investment Management. The discussion centers on how insurers can navigate the evolving role of fixed income within multi-asset portfolios, with insights into ALM optimization, yield curve dynamics, and opportunities across public and private credit.   Miller and Fitz highlight the impact of regulatory changes, the balance between transparency and complexity in fixed income markets, and how insurers can thoughtfully integrate alternatives alongside traditional allocations. Their perspectives provide insurance CIOs and investment leaders with actionable guidance for building resilient portfolios in today’s fast-changing environment.