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INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT AS A FACTOR OF
FINANCIAL STABILITY OF INSURANCE COMPANIES
Khalikulova Shirin
TSEU, PhD student
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14038214
Annotation:
The article examines investment portfolio management as a
crucial factor for the financial stability of insurance companies. It highlights the
role of effective strategies and technology in maintaining solvency and
profitability, with examples from international practices and Uzbek reforms.
Keywords
: investment portfolio management, financial stability, insurance
companies, economic reforms, technology.
The financial stability of insurance companies plays a key role in ensuring
the stability of the financial system and protecting the interests of customers.
Companies that are resilient are able to fulfill their obligations even in the face of
economic turmoil, which strengthens customer trust and contributes to
economic development. Managing the investment portfolio of insurance
companies is an integral part of their activities aimed at ensuring stability and
fulfilling obligations to customers. In modern conditions of economic instability,
effective investment management has become a key factor in maintaining
financial stability. According to the Swiss Re Institute (2023), companies with
diversified portfolios had 30% fewer losses during crises compared to those
who concentrated assets in one sector.
This topic is of particular importance in Uzbekistan, as the country is
actively reforming its financial system and attracting the attention of
international investors. An important step was the adoption of the Law of the
Republic of Uzbekistan "On Insurance activities" and other regulations aimed at
creating a transparent and competitive environment for the insurance market.
These legislative initiatives, as well as the Presidential Decree on the digital
Transformation of the financial sector, support the implementation of
investment management strategies and increase the sustainability of companies.
Government reforms in 2022-2023 included measures to increase transparency
of financial markets and create conditions for attracting foreign investors.
The insurance company's investment portfolio provides income that is used
to cover liabilities and pay insurance amounts. Proper portfolio management
allows not only to maintain solvency, but also to make a profit. On average, the
return on investments amounts to 30-40% of the total profit of an insurance
company in developed countries. Companies with a balanced investment
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portfolio are less affected by macroeconomic changes and maintain high credit
ratings.
The effectiveness of investment portfolio management depends on many
factors, including the global economic situation, inflation, interest rates and
internal strategies of the company. During periods of low interest rates,
insurance companies are forced to look for riskier assets to generate income,
which increases the financial burden. Regulatory aspects, such as Solvency II
requirements in the EU, force companies to maintain a certain level of capital,
depending on the level of asset risk. The use of analytical platforms and big data
helps insurance companies optimize investment decisions and reduce risks.
The insurance company's investment portfolio provides income that is used
to cover liabilities and pay insurance amounts. Proper portfolio management
allows not only to maintain solvency, but also to make a profit. On average, the
return on investments amounts to 30-40% of the total profit of an insurance
company in developed countries. Companies with a balanced investment
portfolio are less affected by macroeconomic changes and maintain high credit
ratings.
The effectiveness of investment portfolio management depends on many
factors, including the global economic situation, inflation, interest rates and
internal strategies of the company. During periods of low interest rates,
insurance companies are forced to look for riskier assets to generate income,
which increases the financial burden. Regulatory aspects, such as Solvency II
requirements in the EU, force companies to maintain a certain level of capital,
depending on the level of asset risk. The use of analytical platforms and big data
helps insurance companies optimize investment decisions and reduce risks.
There are many investment portfolio management strategies aimed at
minimizing risks and optimizing profitability. In the United States, companies
such as MetLife and Prudential Financial are actively diversifying their
portfolios, including high-quality corporate bonds and government securities. In
Germany and France, insurance companies are focusing on mixed investments
with an emphasis on real estate and green energy. Uzbekistan is actively
implementing investment strategies with a focus on government bonds and the
development of infrastructure projects. The government reforms of 2022-2023
contributed to increasing the availability of information on financial markets
and attracting foreign investors. The use of analytical systems and AI for data
analysis and risk forecasting has become an important tool in portfolio
management.
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Investment management involves risks such as market volatility,
inflationary fluctuations, credit risks and geopolitical instability. The 2008 crisis
and the COVID-19 pandemic have shown that insufficiently diversified portfolios
are subject to significant losses. The introduction of stress tests and scenario
analysis helps to assess the impact of various risks on the portfolio and adapt
the strategy in a timely manner.
Examples of successful investment management demonstrate the
importance of well-thought-out strategies. Swiss Re uses an integrated approach
to asset management, combining low-risk investments with sustainable financial
instruments, which provided the company with stable income in the face of the
pandemic. In Uzbekistan, the successful use of public financing to invest in
infrastructure projects has supported the stability of leading local insurance
companies.
Digitalization is changing approaches to investment management, allowing
the use of more accurate analytical tools and improved adaptation of strategies.
Using AI-based algorithms allows you to analyze large amounts of data faster
and offer more informed investment decisions. The development of digital
infrastructure and the transition to electronic management systems help
insurance companies adapt to modern requirements.
Analyzing the current situation, it is possible to identify promising areas of
development. Increasing investments in technology, increasing diversification
and conducting regular stress tests will help strengthen financial stability. The
development of international cooperation and improved access to global
financial markets also contributes to the stabilization of insurance companies.
Sound management of the investment portfolio remains the foundation of
financial stability, which is especially important in the context of economic
shocks.
Library:
1. Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “on insurance activities”of November 23,
2021. National database of legislative data, 24.11.2021., 03/21/730/1089
2. Taylor, M. (2022). Investment Portfolio Management in Insurance Companies.
New York: Wiley Finance.
3. Dixon, D., & Martin, C. (2019). Advanced Risk Management for Insurance
Companies. London: Routledge.
4. https://www.swissre.com/
