MetLife Completes $10B Variable Annuity Risk Transfer with Talcott

MetLife finalizes a $10 billion variable annuity risk transfer to Talcott Resolution, reducing portfolio risk and managing legacy business blocks. MetLife Investment Management oversees $6 billion in assets under this strategic deal.

Webinar on Federal Employee Benefits and FEHB Plan Insights for 2025

Join a complimentary webinar with Ed Zurndorfer to explore Federal Employee Benefits, including FEHB plan comparisons and Medicare Part B integration, designed for federal employees and benefits professionals.

Investor Complaint Filed Against Broker Jason Min Over Variable Annuity Disclosure

An investor has filed a complaint against California broker Jason Min, alleging misleading disclosure about surrender charges on variable annuities. The case underscores regulatory importance of suitability and transparent fee disclosure under FINRA rules.

Geode Capital Boosts Stake in F&G Annuities & Life; Dividend Raised

Geode Capital Management increases holdings in F&G Annuities & Life as company raises dividends and insiders adjust positions. Latest market analysis and stock ratings included.

SEC Reviews Crypto ETF Rules Amid Growth in Structured Products Market

The SEC is evaluating Nasdaq's request to ease option trading rules on crypto ETFs amid expanding structured products markets, alongside new US and global product launches and regulatory updates.

Five Key Insurance Trends for Advisors to Watch in 2026

Explore five essential insurance trends shaping 2026 for advisors, including lifetime income products, digital innovation, demographic shifts, IMO dynamics, and consultative advisory models to enhance client engagement.

Wells Fargo Adviser Moves to Ameriprise; Cetera Gains Former LPL Advisers

Key adviser team moves: Wells Fargo's Harpland Financial joins Ameriprise with $160M in assets; Cetera Financial gains former LPL advisers and Chicago-based Callero Capital, expanding its intermediary network.

Optimizing Retirement Plan Outcomes Through Targeted Education and Communication

Explore effective strategies for retirement plan sponsors to balance education and communication, driving better participant outcomes through tailored content, multi-channel engagement, and behavioral nudges.

Rising Annuity Sales Reflect Changing U.S. Retirement Income Strategies

Annuity sales surge as U.S. retirees shift from pensions to personal savings amid rising interest rates and economic uncertainty. Financial advisors play key role in guiding retirement income strategies.

Institutional Investors Adjust Stakes in Amazon Amid Strong Q3 Earnings

Institutional investors modify holdings in Amazon.com following robust Q3 earnings, highlighting key market trends and analyst outlooks for insurance and investment professionals.