Annuity Sales Hit $464.1 Billion in 2025 (Final): Indexed Products Lead the Market
US annuity sales have hit a record $461 billion, with indexed products leading the way. Explore what this means for your retirement…
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Annuity Industry News & Updates (2026)
Daily coverage of the annuity industry — rate moves, regulatory updates, and carrier news.
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ACLI Pushes Congress to Expand Annuity Access in 401(k) Plans
ACLI is pushing for Congress to mandate annuities in 401(k) plans, potentially enhancing retirement security for millions.
Annuity Rates Hold at 6.30% Through April 2026: What Tax-Season Cash Should Do Now
Published April 11, 2026 | By AnnuityJournal Editorial Team Top fixed annuity rates are holding steady through April 2026, with the best…
MYGA Rates Stay Strong Heading Into Q2 2026: What Buyers Should Know
MYGA Rates Stay Strong Heading Into Q2 2026 – What Buyers Should Know April 2026 – Multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) rates have…
Fed Signals 1-2 Rate Cuts in Q2 2026: What Annuity Buyers Should Do Now
March 2026 – The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at its March 2026 meeting, but policymakers signaled that one…
Corebridge Financial and Equitable Holdings to Merge in $22 Billion All-Stock Deal
Two of the largest annuity issuers in the United States are combining. Corebridge Financial and Equitable Holdings announced today an all-stock merger…
Regulators Aim to Control Annuity Illustrations as High as 27%
Regulators are considering new rules to limit misleading high annuity illustrations that can misguide investors. Explore the implications for your retirement savings.
Annuity Sales Approach $500 Billion Mark for 2025 (2026)
U.S. annuity sales reached $461.3 billion in 2025, showing strong growth across various products. Explore this trend and what it means for…
Nationwide Unveils CareMatters Annuity for Long-Term Care Needs
Nationwide introduces CareMatters Annuity, designed for long-term care needs, offering a blend of investment growth and benefits for care expenses.
IUL: Balancing Certainty and Flexibility for Retirement Planning
Indexed Universal Life insurance combines certainty with flexibility for retirement planning. Here's what you need to know about its growing popularity.
Genworth Launches New LTC Insurance Product: What Care Assurance Means for Retirees (2026)
Genworth Financial is re-entering the long-term care insurance market with its Care Assurance product, promising more manageable costs for consumers.
New DOL Fiduciary Rule: What Annuity Buyers Should Know
The Department of Labor's updated fiduciary rule takes effect in 2026. We explain what it means for annuity sales practices and consumer…