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Risk transfer update – H1 2026

calendar icon 28 September 2026
time icon 5 min

Author

Lara Desay
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Lara Desay

Partner and Head of Risk Transfer Solutions

We're pleased to share our half-yearly update on the risk transfer market for 2026. In this update, we summarise the activity in the bulk annuity and longevity hedging markets during the first half of 2026, and the year to 30 June 2026 (‘the last year’). 

In this report, our experts explore: 

  • Bulk annuity deals during the first half of 2026
  • Bulk annuity volumes by size and number 
  • Buy-ins and buy-outs in 2026

If you have any questions or would like to discuss anything further with one of our consultants, please get in touch. 

This communication has been compiled by Hymans Robertson LLP® (HR) as a general information summary and is based on its understanding of events as at the date of publication, which may be subject to change. It is not to be relied upon for investment or financial decisions and is not a substitute for professional advice (including for legal, investment or tax advice) on specific circumstances. HR accepts no liability for errors or omissions or reliance on any statement or opinion. Where we have relied upon data provided by third parties, reasonable care has been taken to assess its accuracy however we provide no guarantee and accept no liability in respect of any errors made by any third party.

Bulk annuity and longevity hedging – H1 2026

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