The company hopes to offset pressure from low rates on government bonds in the United States and Japan. : Aflac Inc. has turned to KKR & Co. for a push into private equity as Chief Investment Officer Eric Kirsch diversifies the insurer’s portfolio of almost $120 billion. The buyout firm is developing and managing a customized private equity portfolio for the insurer, a spokeswoman for New York-based KKR said Tuesday. Sign up for the free Daily Wire newsletter bringing you the latest market updates, advisor best practices, industry statistics, and commentary to grow your business and manage your practice.