Variable Annuities
Variable annuity news and analysis, including coverage of registered indexed linked annuity (RILA) contracts.
Trump's SEC Pick Criticized Bank Regulators' Efforts to Expand Scope
By Allison BellPaul Atkins told them to stop trying to oversee solvency at life and annuity issuers and asset managers.
November 21, 2024
Passive Investing Could Crash the Market, Swiss Re Institute Analysts WarnEventually, bad news might wake investors from sweet index fund dreams and cause them to sell, sell, sell.
November 14, 2024
FINRA Fines BBVA Securities for Failing to Monitor Annuity Exchange RatesThe broker-dealer did not have an adequate supervisory system in place, the regulator found.
September 23, 2024
How In-Plan Annuity Sales Could Help Retail AdvisorsThe sales effort will reach some people who do have big nest eggs.
July 31, 2024
5 Trends in Today's Annuity Market: EquitableExecutives with the insurer see their relationship with agents and advisors as a shield against RILA market invaders.
July 29, 2024
Ameriprise Posts 45% Jump in Variable Annuity SalesDemand rose for variable universal life products that affluent clients can use to build cash value.
July 25, 2024
Brighthouse Asks Court for Help With Annuity Tied to Murder CaseProsecutors have charged the beneficiary with providing the gun the owner used to kill herself.
June 27, 2024
12 States With Biggest Estate Tax BillsNew IRS data could help financial pros find potential demand for life insurance and estate planning.