F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. has entered into a strategic partnership with a new reinsurance vehicle backed by Blackstone managed funds, with approximately $1 billion in anticipated capital commitments.
Under the agreement, the reinsurer will provide long-term, on-demand growth capital to F&G through a forward flow reinsurance arrangement on a quota share basis for certain fixed indexed annuity products.
This will allow F&G to efficiently manage its liabilities, reinsure a portion of its fixed indexed annuity sales, and strengthen its capital-light model, which remains central to its strategy.
Chris Blunt, CEO of F&G, said, “We are very excited for this opportunity that recognizes Blackstone as a trusted partner and enables us to fund a portion of our growth with participation from private, long-term capital providers.
“This transaction positions us to further capitalize on growth opportunities that we see in the market and positions us to provide life and annuity solutions to more distribution partners, helping them meet their customer needs. The partnership will also move F&G toward a more fee-based, higher margin and less capital intensive business and is expected to be quite positive in our efforts to expand our return on equity over time.”
In connection with the transaction, Jefferies served as F&G’s financial advisor and Sidley Austin LLP as its legal counsel.
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