Many Americans Aren’t Looking Forward to a Happy New Year: Survey
By Michael S. FischerNearly half are more stressed heading into 2026 than they were 12 months ago, Allianz Life finds.
December 23, 2025
NAIC Adopts Annuity Sales Rule Guidance UpdateThe move is part of the effort to move to a best-interest standard, from a suitability standard.
December 23, 2025
Exceptions to the Year-End RMD DeadlineOne example: Clients who turned 73 in 2025 have until April 15 to take their first distribution.
December 23, 2025
NAIFA President Worries About Life and Annuity Long-Term Care RidersChristopher Gandy told state regulators he has concerns about pricing and underwriting.
December 23, 2025
How the 10 Biggest Active Funds Performed in 2025: MorningstarMarkets overcame worries about tariffs and an AI bubble, the researcher finds, while foreign equities performed well.
December 23, 2025
11 Books to Help You Start 2026 Off RightWhether your goal is learning about the world or self-improvement, there's a book to help you reach it.
December 23, 2025
At Elevation Point, Laying the Foundation for AI GrowthThe recent partnership with Milemarker is a harbinger of what’s to come, execs Jud Mackrill and Jim Dickson say.
December 23, 2025
15 of the Biggest Legal Dramas in Financial Services in 2025The year in lawsuits: Poaching, an estate battle, an advisor-client affair and some eyebrow-raising emails.