Athene Launches AccuMax FIA

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa -- Athene USA announced the launch of Athene AccuMax, a fixed indexed annuity that provides enhanced protected accumulation potential for “patient money” set aside for retirement or other long-term savings goals. Athene AccuMax is issued by Athene Annuity and Life Company, a subsidiary of Athene.

Like all fixed indexed annuities, AccuMax combines the opportunity for growth based in part on the performance of a stock market index with protection from loss due to market downturns. What sets it apart is the availability of multi-year indexed interest crediting strategies, innovative indices, and the predictability of crediting rates on all strategies that are guaranteed for the annuity’s Withdrawal Charge period.

“Athene AccuMax is designed for long-term savers seeking index-driven growth potential as an alternative to traditional fixed income alternatives,” said Grant Kvalheim, CEO and President of Athene USA. “It blends the spirit of opportunity with the security of guarantees in unique and powerful ways.”

A wide range of features make AccuMax a compelling accumulation option for financial professionals and their clients.

• All fixed and indexed strategy crediting rates are guaranteed for the duration of the Withdrawal Charge
• Multi-year and annual crediting terms provide growth potential and
• Features new AI Powered Multi-Asset Index (AiMAX) and Shiller Barclays CAPE® Allocator 6 Index (BXIISC6E).
• Innovative Annual Interval Sum crediting strategy tied to the S&P 500® combines the benefit of higher rates through a multi-year strategy with the ability to measure index performance in annual steps.