How will Solvency II change the bulk annuity market?
As insurers implement new capital buffers that make bulk annuities less profitable, Kristian Brunt-Seymour explores how it will impact the market.
At a glance: Insurers have to hold more capital against bulk annuity businesses under Solvency II Pricing quoted for bulk annuity deals across insurers has widened to around 7% to 8% in range...
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