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Fewer members, more profit: UnitedHealth shares surge on Q2 earnings beat

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UnitedHealth Group far exceeded analysts' expectations for second quarter earnings. (This image was created with AI)

UnitedHealth Group on Thursday became the second major health insurer in as many days to report strong second-quarter profits.

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8 hours ago

Trust, technology and the future of claims

As artificial intelligence increasingly shapes life insurance operations, the industry faces a critical challenge

8 hours ago
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The vast majority of employers surveyed – 94% - said controlling medical costs was important to them in 2026, up from 91% last year. (This image was created with AI)

Employers weigh retention, costs in developing benefits strategies

Employers are focusing on employee retention and well-being, while keeping an eye on costs, as they develop their workplace benefits strategies.

July 15, 2026
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A federal appeals court cleared UHG in a lawsuit over Medicare benefits. (This image was created with AI)

Appeals court tosses lawsuit accusing UnitedHealth of misleading seniors

A federal appeals court sided with UnitedHealthcare Tuesday on a lawsuit over how the insurer markets its Medicare Advantage plans.

July 15, 2026
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Elevance Health is raising its guidance after a strong second quarter. (This image was created with AI)

Elevance hikes 2026 outlook off strong Q2, to exit more Medicaid markets

The nation’s second-largest health insurer, Elevance got a jump on the competition Wednesday, raising its 2026 earnings guidance.

July 15, 2026

4 things every agent should know about succession planning

A new generation of industry leaders reshapes what succession planning can look like for independent insurance agents.

July 15, 2026
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Good candidates for annuitization lack a pension, can’t rely solely on Social Security, and don't have a portfolio that can sustain withdrawals. (This image was created with AI)

Partial annuitization: How advisors can help clients balance income, growth

More retirees are warming up to the idea of partial annuitization to assure a guaranteed lifetime income, experts say.

July 14, 2026
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A new LIMRA report found older widowed women have a higher-than-average poverty rate. (This image was created with AI)

Guide women along the walk through widowhood

Although more than $54 trillion in wealth is expected to transfer to widows by 2048, many women still face financial insecurity after their spouse dies.

July 14, 2026
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Regulators say indexed annuity illustrations are not reflecting reality. (This image was created with AI)

Regulators clear way to rewrite annuity illustration rules

Regulators say that some indexed annuity sales illustrations project unrealistically high returns.

July 14, 2026
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Extreme weather events has renewed focus on some important California codes. (This image was created with AI)

CA fire laws: How homeowners can recover and how advisors can help

When a California homeowner applies for or renews a homeowner’s policy, residential property insurers are required to provide them with a replacement cost estimate.

July 14, 2026

Diversification’s growing importance in retirement planning

Market volatility is now a persistent feature of the investment landscape rather than an occasional disruption.

July 13, 2026
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For those who hire independent agents, a health plan like the one offered by Integrity may be the secret to growth. (This image was created with AI)

Could health plans be the next crucial benefit for independent agents?

Integrity recently announced a health plan designed for its independent agents and advisors in a breakthrough offering.

July 13, 2026

Change the lens you use to evaluate premium-financed IUL

The right question, with the right context, changes everything.

July 13, 2026
Articial intelligence creates efficiency for carriers, disruption for agents (AI-generated image)

AI’s dual reality: Efficiency for insurers, disruption for agents

Artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword reserved for technology conferences and corporate strategy decks.

July 13, 2026
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Insurance industry employment is declining. (This image was created with AI)

Insurance industry employment shows disturbing declines

The insurance industry lost 10,700 positions from April to May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

July 10, 2026
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Caregiving costs employers $50 billion in lost productivity annually. (This image was created with AI)

Caregiving: A challenge that costs employers billions

Caregiving is the defining workplace issue of our time, costing employers billions of dollars in lost productivity every year. One in four American adults is a caregiver, and caregiving has a ripple effect on their financial situation.

July 10, 2026

Could your practice benefit from an advisory board?

Advisory boards help your firm connect with other financial professionals, obtain client feedback and build your company brand.

July 9, 2026
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The SEC accuses Tai Lopez of misleading investors. (This image was created with AI)

SEC nears settlement with accused scammer Tai Lopez

The Securities and Exchange Commission is closing in on an agreement with prominent social media influencer Taino “Tai” Lopez in a civil enforcement fraud case.

July 9, 2026
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Nearly 8 in 10 millennials (79%) said that financial stress often or sometimes affects their mental health and well-being. (This image was created with AI)

How can employers make benefits more meaningful?

Financial stress and the rise of supplemental benefits are two trends driving employee benefits in 2026.

July 8, 2026
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According to a recent White House report, banning three anticompetitive contract terms hospitals use to block competition would reduce hospital prices by 18%. (This image was created with AI)

Banning secret hospital contract terms could cut health premiums 6.5%

Hidden provisions in hospital contracts could quietly be pushing employer healthcare costs far higher.

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