Barings, a subsidiary of MassMutual, is built to serve the unique needs of insurance companies. Our team of specialists develops customized solutions, leveraging the firm’s deep insurance experience across public and private asset classes.

Uncertainties remain on the horizon—but this is extending an already attractive value-add opportunity to invest at the start of a new property cycle.

Leaders across Barings Global Private Credit platform discuss the similarities and differences between the direct lending markets in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, and the potential benefits of global strategies in this space.

In 2024, the life insurance industry continued to evolve, driven by strategic shifts in asset allocations and investment strategies. As insurers navigate a complex economic landscape, they are increasingly focusing on enhancing yield potential while managing risk.

U.S. policy uncertainty means Europe might now be going from stagnant economic laggard to a potential oasis of calm for investors. Revisions to German spending plans should help to deliver a growth boost to the bloc in 2026 and beyond.

While IG credit overall looks compelling today, we believe there are four distinct areas of inefficiencies in credit markets that present an opportunity to generate alpha.