INSURASALES

Bermuda Leads as Primary Offshore Reinsurance Hub for US Life/Annuity

Bermuda retains its top position in offshore reinsurance for US life and annuity insurers in 2024, accounting for over 40% of ceded reserves and enabling capital efficiency and growth despite a slowed reserve growth rate.

F&G Annuities & Life Added to Russell 2000 Defensive Index

F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. has been added to the Russell 2000 Defensive Index, highlighting its growing role in the insurance sector and defensive stock market segment.

Osaic Launches Direct Billing for Fee-Based Variable Annuities

Osaic introduces direct billing for select fee-based variable annuities, simplifying annuity management and enhancing operational efficiency for financial advisors.

GAO: Older Workers' Employment, Financial Stability Rebound to Pre-Pandemic Levels

GAO reports employment and financial stability for older U.S. workers have rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, with insights on retirement trends and labor policies affecting this demographic.

Brighthouse Financial Considers Sale of US Life Insurance and Annuity Business

Brighthouse Financial is exploring the sale of its US life insurance and annuity business, attracting bids from private equity firms TPG and Aquarian Holdings, signaling shifts in industry investment trends.

US Virgin Islands Advance Bills to Streamline GERS Disability Annuities, Honor NCSL

US Virgin Islands move to streamline disability annuity approvals in GERS, cutting bureaucratic delays and costs. Legislation also honors 50 years of the National Conference of State Legislatures.

TruStage Launches Flexible ZoneChoice Advantage Annuity for Retirement Planning

TruStage introduces the ZoneChoice Advantage Annuity, featuring innovative crediting strategies Boost and Dual Step, enhancing retirement planning flexibility and market stability for investors.

Mid-2025 Market Conditions Boost Attractiveness of Immediate Annuities for Retirees

Explore how elevated interest rates in mid-2025 enhance immediate annuity payouts, providing retirees age 70+ with reliable, guaranteed income amid economic uncertainty.

Nationwide Survey Reveals Digital Gaps and Opportunities in Annuity Sales

A 2024 Nationwide survey exposes technology gaps in annuity sales and highlights efforts to enhance fintech adoption among U.S. financial professionals for streamlined client services.

Annuities Rise as Key Retirement Planning Tool Amid Market Volatility

Explore why annuities are becoming integral to retirement planning strategies in response to market volatility and increased lifespan. Understand how they help manage financial risks and secure retirement income.