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Conning Research: Individual Annuities Rebound in 2009

by Editorial Staff

Wed, Dec 02, 2009

“This does not mean a return to normal for individual annuity insurers; even after the record gain, the line still experienced an $11 billion net loss over 2008 and 2009," Conning's report said.

Allianz Life’s New Index Annuity Offers Multiple Income Options

by Editorial Staff

Wed, Dec 02, 2009

With a bonus, a roll-up, three crediting methods, four index options and up to five payout choices, this product gives investors plenty to think about.

Nuances of Insurance Wholesaling Revealed

by Editorial Staff

Wed, Dec 02, 2009

Agents prefer different business practices depending on their years in the industry and whether they're captive or independent, a Mintel survey shows.

TIAA-CREF CEO Suggests Five Principles of Retirement Security

by Editorial Staff

Wed, Dec 02, 2009

"A holistic retirement system should provide an affordable fixed annuity that guarantees enough income to help meet basic needs," said Roger W. Ferguson, Jr.

Transport Firm Taps The Principal for 401(k) Services

by Editorial Staff

Wed, Dec 02, 2009

Swift Transportation owns the largest fleet of truckload carrier equipment in the United States, with almost 16,000 vehicles operating from 40 major terminals in 26 states and Mexico.

IRI Says It's "Time to Feel Free" Again

by Editorial Staff

Wed, Dec 02, 2009

With its first-ever web video, the Insured Retirement Institute says as much about its own post-NAVA makeover as it does about the hipness of guaranteed retirement income. The one-minute effort to get Boomers thinking about retirement is intended for viral dissemination.