Fixed Annuities
Fixed annuity news and analysis, with coverage of book value annuities, multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) contracts, immediate annuities, deferred income annuities (including QLACs), and fixed indexed annuities.
Senate Passes Bill to Curb Contentious Social Security Rules
By Melanie WaddellThe Social Security Fairness Act, which would repeal two provisions, now goes to President Biden.
December 19, 2024
The 401(k) Savings of 5 Different Age GroupsA fifth of young savers think they'll be 401(k) millionaires, GOBankingRates finds. They have a ways to go.
December 19, 2024
New Bill Would Allow Direct 401(k) Rollovers to AnnuitiesThe Retirement Simplification and Clarity Act would also simplify the rollover notices workers get when they leave a job.
December 18, 2024
Fed Lowers Rates by Quarter Point, Signals Two Cuts for 2025Policymakers signaled greater caution over how quickly they can continue reducing borrowing costs.
December 16, 2024
Annuity Issuers Still Struggling to Protect Asset Share: SIFMAContract asset growth has been strong, but growth in IRAs and employer-sponsored plans has been stronger.
December 16, 2024
Could a Term-Limited Trump Finally ‘Fix’ Social Security?Term-limited politicians have more room to act on controversial topics, former SSA economist Jason Fichtner says.
December 13, 2024
The 4 Questions You'll Get at Holiday Parties This YearGetting asked for free advice is a hazard of the advisor gig.
December 12, 2024
Nearly Half of Gen Xers Have Done No Retirement Planning: SurveyJust 14% of Americans between 44 and 59 say their savings are on track, according to Schroders’ research.