Variable Annuities
Variable annuity news and analysis, including coverage of registered indexed linked annuity (RILA) contracts.
Venerable Picks Russell, Franklin Templeton as Annuity Fund Managers
By Allison BellTim Brown, the Venerable RIA's CEO, said the sub-advisors add expertise and attractive funds.
August 28, 2023
Jackson Keeps Variable Annuity Benefits Guarantees on MenuThe company's new family of living benefits is a slimmed-down version of the old family.
August 15, 2023
7 Things Life Insurers Are Saying About Indexed Annuities NowThe spring storms passed, but a new government shutdown fight looms.
August 10, 2023
At Jackson, RILA Buyers Are DifferentSpecifically, "a RILA policyholder is five years younger than our traditional variable annuity buyer," says Jackson CEO Laura Prieskorn.
August 10, 2023
Brighthouse Executive Expects RILA Market to Get More CompetitiveMyles Lambert sees the pressure improving the features clients can use to take out income.
July 25, 2023
GAO to DOL: Pay More Attention to 403(b) PlansThe report could also boost efforts to apply a fiduciary rule to non-ERISA 403(b) plans.
July 21, 2023
Prudential Overcomes Federal Appeal in Annuity Design CaseCase documents show how firms created and presented a product proposal.
July 18, 2023
Nationwide Adds an Annuity With 2 Buffer ChoicesThe company is bundling in a spousal protection feature.