Nationwide Launches CareMatters Annuity; AllianceBernstein Adds Fixed-Annuity to Secure Income Platform

Nationwide launches CareMatters Annuity with guaranteed LTC benefits; AllianceBernstein expands Secure Income Portfolio by adding fixed-annuity allocation for retirement income solutions.

Brighthouse Financial in Renewed Acquisition Talks with Sixth Street

Brighthouse Financial re-engages in acquisition negotiations with Sixth Street after talks with Aquarian Holdings falter, highlighting trends in insurance industry ownership shifts and private equity deals.

Malibu Life Acquires TruSpire for U.S. Direct Annuity Market Entry

Malibu Life Holdings acquires TruSpire Retirement Insurance for $45M, marking entry into U.S. direct annuity market with plans to launch fixed-indexed annuity products in 2026.

F&G Annuities & Life Maintains Hold Ratings Amid Market Volatility

F&G Annuities & Life sees consistent hold ratings from analysts amid price fluctuations and market adjustments. Insights on financial performance, insider trading, and institutional ownership.

CT Regulators Propose More Flexible PHL Variable Policy Benefits Amid Moratorium

Connecticut regulators seek to adjust the moratorium on PHL Variable Insurance Co. policies, proposing more flexible benefits distribution amid ongoing financial rehabilitation efforts.

Federal Judge Allows Bristol-Myers Pension Risk Transfer Lawsuit to Proceed

A federal judge permits a pension risk transfer lawsuit against Bristol-Myers Squibb over ERISA fiduciary duty allegations related to pension obligations transferred to Athene.

Group 1001 Names Derek Towriss President of Gainbridge Insurance Agency

Group 1001 Insurance appoints Derek Towriss as President of Gainbridge Insurance Agency, advancing leadership in annuities and insurtech innovation.

TruChoice Launches SmartHub Platform to Streamline Annuity Sales

TruChoice Financial Group launches SmartHub, an integrated platform streamlining annuity sales for financial professionals with enhanced order management and compliance.

NY Federal Judge Dismisses GE Pension Risk Transfer Lawsuit

A New York judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging General Electric's pension risk transfer to Athene, affirming the legality of PRT deals under ERISA and supporting insurer participation in pension risk markets.

Trump Executive Order Expands 401(k) Access to Private Equity and Alternatives

President Trump's executive order expands 401(k) investment options to include private equity and alternative assets, offering new diversification opportunities while raising fiduciary and regulatory considerations for retirement plans.