In previous writings,1 NEAM has called the insurance industry’s attention to the FHLB program. The benefits of the program are numerous and in these uncertain times, even more relevant. Insurance companies’ invested asset pools are not immune from the financial crisis being inflicted by social distancing measures taken to stem the spread of COVID-19. In times of market stress, characterized by increased volatility and declining asset prices, the ability to source another avenue of capital (albeit secured) without having to sell assets into dislocated markets can be advantageous.
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