Fixed Income
News and analysis of fixed income markets including the key factors affecting performance such as interest rates, Federal Reserve policy and the state of the economy.
Torchmark Unit Pushes To Hire Agents
By Staff WriterTorchmark Corp. is hoping new producers will help its earnings.[@@]Torchmark, Birmingham, Ala., is reporting $119 million in net income for the third quarter on ...
October 01, 2005
Next Annuity Industry Storm: Overselling GLWBsThe annuity industry gets into trouble occasionally by not discouraging the overselling of potential returns; now some in the business are doing the same thing with guaranteed lifetime withdrawal benefits in annuities.
September 04, 2005
Non-Annuity Income Products Start To BiteVariable annuities represent a major share of the retirement income market. But that position may be under threat by new, non-annuity retirement income products...
September 03, 2005
Non-Annuity Income Products Start To BiteVariable annuities represent a major share of the retirement income market. But that position may be under threat by new, non-annuity retirement income products...
August 31, 2005
CFPSurvey Add-onsCFP Survey Add-onsFlag--Pay StubsA new survey illustrates how the certified financial planner designation results in a handsome increase a planner's income. ...
August 08, 2005
Principal Publishes Annuity GuidePrincipal Financial Group Inc. has published a guide for employers and financial advisors on use of income annuities.[@@]The "white paper" explains how adding an ...
August 04, 2005
Strong VA Sales Aid PruStrong variable annuity earnings and a solid performance by the Wachovia securities distribution channel fueled a 30% increase in second-quarter profits at Prudential Financial ...
August 01, 2005
The Rationale Behind Fixed IncomeIn my experience, when one asset class begins to enjoy increased popularity at the expense of others, it's time to take some chips off the table. That is the case with equities; after a rapturous July that saw stock indexes hit multiyear highs, irrational exuberance is beginning to creep into...