Notable rise in ILS investor appetite and sophistication evident in 2026: Gallagher Re

A recent survey of insurance-linked securities (ILS) investors conducted by reinsurance broker Gallagher Re and Gallagher Securities reveals a notable rise in market appetite for 2026. The findings indicate that a clear majority of both specialist and generalist allocators intend to expand their exposure to insurance-related assets over the next two years.

Furthermore, as ILS investors adopt more sophisticated strategies, data from the survey also shows that almost none currently plan to reduce their positions in the sector.

In a recent article authored by Jason Bolding, global head of ILS at Gallagher Re, and Ben Lyon, CEO of Gallagher Securities UK and head of Capital Advisory for Gallagher Re, both executives highlight how the market for ILS and structured insurance investments has gotten off to a busy start to 2026.

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