UK PRT volumes for 2026 expected to be between £35bn and £40bn

Standard Life says H2 volumes could be driven by larger schemes approaching the market

Martin Richmond
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Altman: With favourable pricing and strong insurer appetite, there remains a clear window of opportunity for those ready to transact.
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Altman: With favourable pricing and strong insurer appetite, there remains a clear window of opportunity for those ready to transact.

UK pension risk transfer (PRT) volumes in 2026 are expected to be in the region of £35bn to £40bn with the market remaining “active” in the second half of the year, Standard Life says.

The insurer said while some schemes have paused to evaluate their endgame options, others remain on course to take advantage of "attractive" pricing opportunities in the bulk annuity market. The fi...

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