
Geopolitical risk and global pensions: the US-Israel-Iran conflict
When hostilities between the US, Israel, and Iran escalated in late February, the fallout for pension funds landed much closer to home than the Strait of Hormuz.

When hostilities between the US, Israel, and Iran escalated in late February, the fallout for pension funds landed much closer to home than the Strait of Hormuz.

How actuaries are navigating geopolitical risk, inflation, and evolving reinsurance dynamics to strengthen GCC insurance markets in 2026 — from pricing and reserving to capital strategy.

Evaluate the financial transitions inherent under Cabinet Resolution 96 of 2023. Our original research demonstrates how migrating from the traditional EOSGB to the new EoSS framework delivers compounding, immediate payroll advantages.

Corporate risk management hinges on stabilizing inherently unpredictable gratuity payouts. Explore how transitioning away from chaotic EOSGB triggers secures liquidity across UAE enterprises during complex economic environments.

When transitioning to the UAE’s End of Service Savings scheme, corporate boards must evaluate fiduciary duty. Learn how compounding investment returns offer superior financial outcomes for employees over the traditional gratuity model.

The UAE's strategic shift toward the Voluntary Alternative End-of-Service Benefits Scheme changes corporate payroll dynamics. Analyze the critical trade-offs between traditional defined benefit gratuity and modern investment-based frameworks.

A major milestone for 2026: Lux Actuaries continues to lead as the largest independent actuarial consultancy in the GCC and Africa.

With the global average cost of a data breach soaring, cyber insurance has become an essential pillar of business resilience. Discover why dynamic actuarial modelling is the key to managing mitigating long-term digital vulnerabilities.

Regulatory changes and new IFRS 17 transparencies are transforming the GCC market. Explore why sophisticated Asset Liability Management (ALM) is no longer exclusively the domain of life insurers—it is essential for general insurance survival.

Choosing the optimal mix of rewards is critical for retaining top talent. Learn how Share-Based Payment arrangements—such as LTIPs and ESOPs—provide strategic advantages over traditional cash bonuses when structured correctly.

Responding to Vision 2030, the KSA healthcare sector faces intense pressure from medical inflation and shifting competition. Discover how insurers can embrace disruption and reframe their business strategies to secure long-term value.

Established across the GCC, Lux Actuaries drives exceptional actuarial standards internationally. Partner with our collective network of over 25 actuaries for objective, high-stakes financial consulting and sustainable asset liability mechanics.