Annuity Investing
Learn about the latest news and trends in annuity investing for retirement, including tips on the role of annuity income in portfolios
Pros & Cons of Annuities in 401(k) Plans
By Robert BloinkA review of how the Secure Act impacts lifetime income options in defined contribution plans.
February 21, 2020
Transamerica Says It Has One of the Advisory Fee Letter RulingsThe ruling applies to Transamerica's indexed annuities as well as to variable annuities and hybrids.
February 14, 2020
AIG Says Low Rates Likely to Hurt Fixed Annuity Sales: EarningsAmerican Equity, CNO, Primerica and Aetna's parent also have earnings out.
February 11, 2020
5 Things Annuity Issuer Executives Are Saying NowOne takeaway: The carriers aren't in a mood to go chasing after business.
February 10, 2020
FINRA Issues RMD Alert on Secure Act ChangesThe updated investor alert explains some "tricky" new requirements, specifically if a variable annuity is held in an IRA.
February 04, 2020
Will Secure Act Move the Needle for Annuities in Retirement Plans?Annuity providers caught the proverbial car they were chasing. Now what will they do with it?
February 04, 2020
Alliance for Lifetime Income Launches Research GroupIndustry academics Michael Finke and Wade Pfau will help with scholarly research on annuities.
February 04, 2020
Brighthouse Adds Indexed Annuity: Annuity Product UpdateThe life insurer will offer the contract through Market Synergy Group IMOs.