Episode 39: CIO Spotlight: Nick Martowski of MagMutual: What to do about equities in insurance company portfolios

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, sits down with Nick Martowski, CIO of Mag Mutual, to discuss equities in insurance portfolios. With so many options available—growth vs. value, domestic vs. international, active vs. passive—what’s the right approach for insurers today?

Nick shares his perspective on why international equities may not be worth the risk, how dividend strategies stack up against other asset classes, and the evolving role of technology stocks. He also weighs in on whether traditional valuation metrics still apply in today’s markets and how rebalancing can serve as a built-in risk management tool.

From navigating volatility to ensuring long-term capital efficiency, this conversation covers key considerations for insurance CIOs allocating to equities.