Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
Census Tables Show the Pain of the Top 10%
By Allison BellThe income cutoff for households in the top 10% fell hard in 2004 and has never recovered.
September 12, 2023
10 States Where Annuity Sales Rules Still Look DifferentAny lingering conflicts between the states could help the SEC expand its reach.
September 12, 2023
Asset Protection Tops Portfolio Growth in New Advisor SurveyAn Insured Retirement Institute survey sheds new light on the evolving relationship between advisors and their clients.
September 12, 2023
12 Worst States for COVID-19 ICU TrendsIn five states, counts increased by more than 50% in just one week.
September 08, 2023
T-Bills vs. Treasury Bonds: Which Should You Pick When the Yield Curve Inverts?Treasury bill returns are predictable with little risk, but longer-term bond returns are unpredictable and volatile.
September 08, 2023
Annuity Riders, ExplainedIt's important to weigh the cost of an annuity rider against the potential benefits.
September 08, 2023
How 'Midlifers' Rank 7 Retirement Planning Priorities: StudyHere's what these prime-age prospects need from advisors, according to Transamerica.
September 08, 2023
Prudential, Warburg Pincus Team Up to Back New ReinsurerThe deal means Pru can unload assets like variable annuities and guaranteed universal life insurance policies.










