From The Economic Times · Shilpy Sinha · · 1m 10s
Insurers Double Private Credit Fund Investments
Insurance firms nearly doubled private credit fund investments to boost returns and diversify portfolios.
In brief
Insurance firms nearly doubled private credit fund investments to boost returns and diversify portfolios. Insurance companies increased private credit fund investments from Rs 200 crore to Rs 650 crore over two years, seeking better returns and portfolio diversification. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Insurance companies boost private credit funds
Insurance firms nearly doubled private credit fund investments over two years to diversify portfolios and improve returns for policyholders.
Bajaj Life and General increase allocations
Bajaj Life and Bajaj General Insurance raised private credit fund commitments from Rs 200 crore to Rs 650 crore in two years.
CIOs highlight credit AIF benefits
CIOs say credit AIFs offer predictable returns and regular income distributions for diversified investment strategies.
Industry seeks 5% investment cap
Insurers want to raise the 3% shareholder fund investment cap for AIFs to 5% to enhance portfolio returns.
IRDAI expands investment options
IRDAI allowed insurers to invest in equity and debt instruments of private limited companies and infrastructure projects.
Private credit funds grow with insurers
Private credit funds have attracted increased interest from life and general insurance companies seeking diversified returns.
In short
Insurance companies increased private credit fund investments from Rs 200 crore to Rs 650 crore over two years, seeking better returns and portfolio diversification.
