Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
This election could help make or break your retirement
By Ben StevermanFive states are testing legislation that requires employers to help workers save for retirement, but the coming election could alter those laws.
June 20, 2016
A Glimpse of the Future of AnnuitiesLower commissions and the continued decline of VAs are among the likely effects of the DOL fiduciary rule and other market forces.
June 20, 2016
DOL files to consolidate 3 fiduciary suitsPlaintiffs agreed to consolidation but insist that each case be allowed to "retain their separate identities." Meanwhile, the House gets ready to vote...
June 20, 2016
21 emerging risks for the insurance industry and global economyA new report from Swiss Re offers insights into newly developing or evolving risks whose potential impact and scope are not yet fully understood.
June 20, 2016
15 best states for retirement: 2016WalletHub rated states based on 24 metrics in three key areas, with affordability the primary determinant in judging a states friendliness to retirees
June 20, 2016
DOL 101: The fiduciary rule's impact on annuity carriersCarriers have a long haul ahead with DOL rule implementation, regardless of product type offered.
June 20, 2016
DOL 101: The fiduciary rule's impact on annuity carriersCarriers have a long haul ahead with DOL rule implementation, regardless of product type offered.
June 20, 2016
Only one-third of couples actively discuss retirement plansStudy shows that one-third of U.S. couples discuss their retirement plans; however, advisors can turn this trend around.