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Former Apollo risk chief says some new life insurers could struggle in downturn

Written by Insurance Nerds Editorial Team | Apr 27, 2026 10:20:18 AM

Challenges Anticipated for New Life Insurers in Economic Downturn

Chak Raghunathan, a former risk chief at Apollo, has expressed concerns regarding new life insurers. Raghunathan points out that these insurers might face difficulties during an economic downturn due to their significant dependence on untested private credit and newer savings products, which may be susceptible to withdrawals.

Original Source: https://www.ft.com/content/0e1ddf60-1987-40ef-b07e-912937ce5cbd