The aging of the population is changing the economy and society. Asset managers and insurance companies must respond – with flexible products oriented to clients’ needs, and a global investment strategy. By Joachim Faber, CEO of Allianz Global Investors.

Stocks and markets fluctuate constantly, but demographic fund managers think decades ahead. Christian Schneider, portfolio manager of global equities at Allianz Global Investors KAG in Frankfurt, talks about the economic force of demographics.

Based on a new study about demographic development in Asia, Allianz predicts strong growth in the Chinese pension market and sees demographic change in China as both challenge and opportunity.

Allianz Global Investors has published a major study of pension markets in nine developed and emerging economies in the Asia-Pacific region. It says pension reforms will lead to a dramatic asset growth. The success of the defined contribution plans is vital to cope with demographic problems.

Three executives highlight impacts on college savings, multicultural markets and senior living.

The Mexican government has opened the market for retirement provision. Allianz Mexico is offering a new product for the growing number of Mexicans who will need to finance their retirement.

A new report by Allianz Global Investors on the retirement provision systems in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) shows that governments there are dealing constructively with the challenge of an aging population. Allianz.com News spoke to Brigitte Miksa, head of International Pensions at Allianz Global Investors.

Now seniors who want to be well cared for at home after an accident or hospitalization, or in long-term care, can get all-around coverage with the "Schutzbrief 55Plus" from Allianz. This assistance package expands Allianz's range of coverage solutions for the elder generation.

Allianz Dresdner Bauspar AG is organizing an interdisciplinary congress on "Barrier-free living for the elderly." Allianz.com News spoke to its head Gerhard Creutz about the increasing need for housing suitable for the elderly and how this can be financed.

Allianz of America has created a new company, Allianz Income Management Services (AIMS), to specifically meet the needs of people entering retirement. It plans to play a leading role in this market.

The world’s population is undergoing a structural change: Allianz Global Investors launches a global demographic equity fund. The fund management company expects surging demand in all key industries – property, infrastructure, transport, finance, health care, food and consumer goods are all profiting.

Now grandparents can provide for their grandchildren in a new way: the Allianz EnkelPolice ("Grandchildren’s Policy") is the company’s first multi-line insurance product for the generation 55 and over, and offers immediate coverage for illness, extended care, or disabling injury. And it builds capital for the future at the same time.

People are worried their savings will lose value on the capital markets as baby boomers sell off their financial assets and push down asset prices. Experts reject this hypothesis.

Allianz Seguros has recently launched a new savings product, "Allianz PIAS" (Plan Individual de Ahorro Sistemático). The new product is a long-term systematic savings plan, which takes advantage of the opportunities opened to consumers through the recent Spanish tax reform.

The countries of Europe are growing together – and together they’re growing gray. Whether in the East or West, there’s a shortage of children, while the baby-boomers are heading toward retirement. Michael Heise, Chief Economist of the Allianz Group, gives his views on demographic change.

Politicians and the business world must adapt to climate change, encourage sustainable development and improve disaster management. That is the message of a new report from the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) Financial Initiative, chaired by Allianz and Dresdner Bank.

Women’s financial requirements are evolving, according to a recent Allianz Life study. Allianz.com News talks to Lisa Resnick, president of Life and Long-Term Care Insurance at Allianz Life, about the results.

Allianz wants to support people in their commitment to achieving social change / Key issues: Climate, microfinance, demographic change / Internet platform for global dialog

Women's earning power is on the increase, yet most women in the US still don't feel financially secure, with about half worrying about becoming impoverished, according to a new Allianz Life study. Allianz.com News examines the results.

Analysis by dit and Allianz Dresdner Economic Research: People in US save less than those in EU, but save more efficiently. Level of state pension determines level of private old-age provision.