Fed cuts rates 25 basis points as Powell warns of cooling jobs market
Federal Reserve cuts ratesby one quarter basis point, warning of slow job market as inflation stays stubbornly above target.
Annuities are booming — here’s what could fuel the next wave
Annuities have been the hottest retail investment product by far over the last five years. Can the trend continue?
LLMs hold promise for the actuarial field
Large language models hold promise for many industries and professions, including the insurance industry and the actuarial field.
Life insurers’ superpower? Long-term promises says ACLI CEO David Chavern
ACLI CEO David Chavern discusses the industry’s “moment,” the annuity boom, and why a new vocabulary is needed for what life insurers do.
Why the 2025 hurricane season will be different
Many experts are reporting that an evolving mix of risks will likely play a role in shaping the impact of these powerful storms in 2025.
Markets eye Fed rate cut as Powell’s guidance takes center stage
The Fed faces a balancing act: offer enough stimulus with a rate cut to reassure markets without signaling panic or jeopardizing credibility.
Health agent groups support bill aimed at deceptive Medicare marketing
Health agents’ associations are supporting bipartisan legislation that empowers agents and brokers who sell Medicare Advantage and Part D drug plans while strengthening protections for Medicare beneficiaries.
‘I committed zero crimes’: Unrepentant ‘Annuity King’ pursues appeals from prison
Phillip Roy Wasserman suffered another setback this week when a federal judge sided with Florida and federal investigators in his civil lawsuit.
Not all in Gen Z think alike about retirement planning
The cultural divide among Generation Z isn’t just political — it’s deeply personal.
Beyond the policy: It’s about love
What greater act of love could anyone possibly demonstrate than leaving their legacy prepared, organized and filled with intention in a place and way that will have an impact possibly for generations?
‘Sandwich Generation’ pressures derail retirement plans for millions, study finds
Americans who have both young children and aging parents are struggling to stay on track toward retirement and long-term financial goals.
Q2 life insurance sales surge; policies sold hit quarterly record
Total new annualized premium increased 13% to $4.5 billion in the second quarter, according to LIMRA’s retail life insurance sales survey results.
Medicare clients need you to master the art of AEP
Technology has given clients unprecedented access to information but they still need an agent’s help.
Why insurers are losing customers at the login screen
Friction-laden authentication processes are driving customers away before they can even review their coverage options.
The Life Insurance Myth: Why Americans aren’t buying life insurance
The 2025 Insurance Barometer survey shows fewer consumers are knowledgeable about life insurance, showing a need for more education about the product.
Actuaries warn Medicare costs threaten long-term sustainability
Increases in total Medicare spending threaten the program’s sustainability while increases in Medicare enrollment contribute to those spending increases.
Is life insurance cheaper than coffee?
One persistent myth continues to hold younger adults back from getting the coverage they need.
Arkansas lawsuit: Globe Life canceled burial policies rather than pay claims
A lawsuit filed in an Arkansas federal court last week alleges that Globe Life routinely canceled small life insurance policies when confronted with claims.
Could a Florida bar brawl case reshape insurer bad faith liability?
A Florida bar brawl liability dispute could have potential ripple effects nationwide when catastrophic losses exceed policy limits.
