Sumitomo Life plans $1.9 billion private credit investment

March 18, 2026

Reported by AI

Osaka-based Sumitomo Life plans to invest $1.9 billion in private credit. The insurer has been gradually increasing its private credit holdings.

Sumitomo Life, an Osaka-based insurer, plans to invest $1.9 billion in private credit. The Japan Times reports that the company has been gradually increasing its holdings in this asset class. This move aligns with its ongoing strategy to expand alternative investments. The announcement was published on March 18, 2026. Keywords include Sumitomo Life, insurance, and investments.

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