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Insurance & Pensions
 Appetite
for Foreign Investment
Discussions with half of all mid-sized
Defined Benefit plans in Canada looked at
current investment inside and outside of
Canada, including investment in alternative
asset classes. Looking to the future,
the study assessed the likely changes in US
and international investment over the next
two years. Countries and regions with
specific investment appeal were identified.
Future of Healthcare in Canada - Future of Health Benefits
This is a massive opinion leader study based on in-depth personal interviews
with 80 of the most influential people in healthcare today, as nominated by
their peers. Participants include deputy ministers, academics, hospital
executives, healthcare practitioners and other selected experts. The aim is
to identify how healthcare will develop over the next 5-10 years and why
this will happen. Manulife Financial is the exclusive life insurance
sponsor for the work. The study includes a special report on the Future of
Health Benefits that identifies emerging issues in funding & design of
health benefits. The study also identifies unique solutions to plan sponsor
problems that a life and health insurer can potentially provide.
Global Assessment of Credit Default
Insurance
This
study began with a detailed review
of the websites
of major competitors in the business
including both ECA and private trade
insurers. This was combined with
interviews with suppliers and senior bankers
to develop a clear view of future trends in
the market, as well as identifying gaps in
needed products.
Impact of Financial Institution Mergers
As governments scrutinize financial institution mergers, they wonder what is
best for their country. The two key questions seem to be “What types of
mergers most benefit domestic consumers?” and “What types of mergers help
build the country’s ability to compete internationally?” Since politicians
are often guided by a mix of national opinion leaders and informed local
public opinion, we set out to understand what these groups think about FI
mergers. Link
to Overview of Findings.Version
Français.
Challenges for Pension Plan Providers
A PEST Analysis (Political-Economic-Social-Technological) of the Pension and
group retirement savings market pointed to the forces shaping the market
over the next five years and how these forces are likely to change the
business. Our report highlighted the major challenges that a plan supplier
will face and the strategies needed to succeed in the highly competitive
pension market.
Growing Potential for Plan Member Education
A careful look into the market for independent education programs for plan
members in defined contribution plans and group RRSPs. The study identified
the size of the market and the ideal targets, as well as identifying pricing
for success. A careful analysis of potential course content also pointed to
the series of programs most likely to meet employee needs.
Price & Value in Money Purchase Plans
A look at market sensitivity to price increases for defined contribution
plans focused on both price elasticity and the value of special services
provided by life insurers. Current costs and the buyers’ understanding of
what they are buying helped us identify pricing strategies for existing and
potential buyers.
Rising Demand for Environmental Liability Coverage
Insurance consultants for large corporate property & casualty insurance
point to increasing need for Environmental Liability coverage among their
cross-border clients, as one of many product areas that are expected to
grow.
Zurich Improves its Position
The international market for large corporate property & casualty insurance
is both complex and competitive, but within a country, cross-border business
is highly concentrated. Zurich Insurance commissioned us to assess their
position in the market by speaking with a select group of consultants that
dominate the business. The study pointed to dramatic improvement in Zurich’s
position in the market over the past five years.
Selected Studies:
- Insurance
- Pension
- Custody & Related
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