How AI is lowering the barrier for annuities sales
Annuities, at times, has had a reputation as a complex, difficult product for advisors to sell. Can AI break that barrier down?
Senator proposes swapping ACA tax credits for prepaid HSAs
Sen. Bill Cassidy, (R-La.), introduced a plan that could significantly shift the landscape for those who obtain health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.
Pa. insurance chief fires back at ACA ‘fearmongering’ claim, warns of hikes
Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys clapped back on criticism of his department’s characterization of Obamacare subsidies.
With 20% staff cut, Department of Labor priorities changing fast, analysts say
Staffing at the Employee Benefit Security Administration is down substantially so far in the Trump administration and new leader Daniel Aronowitz has creative plans for the agency.
NAIC task force recommends 10-year data history for index illustrations
A National Association of Insurance Commissioners task force agreed Thursday to recommend that 10 years of historical data be required to illustrate index components.
Outlook for extending enhanced ACA subsidies uncertain
The outlook for extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies is uncertain, since the bill that ended the 43-day government shutdown did not include an extension of those subsidies.
Annuity Trends to Watch For in 2026: Products, tech, and market shifts
Record-breaking annuity sales over the past several years reflect a growing demand for safety and guaranteed income in 2026.
What a 50-year mortgage could mean for homebuyers
InsuranceNewsNet asked some experts to weigh in on what the president’s 50-year mortgage proposal could mean for future homebuyers.
11th Circuit sides with Florida sheriff in Parkland shooting insurance lawsuit
The 11th Circuit sided with the Broward County Sheriff’s Office in an insurance dispute over coverage related to the 2018 Parkland school shooting.
Life insurance new premium up 16% in the third quarter, LIMRA reports
Life insurance new annualized premium increased 16% year over year to $4.3 billion in the third quarter, according to LIMRA.
Penn Mutual, co-defendants: Funeral home owners got bad advice on IUL
Penn Mutual companies say Montana funeral directors who claim a premium financing “scheme” cost them millions were victims of bad advice.
Judge approves nearly $6M of fees and expenses in Greg Lindberg case
A North Carolina judge approved nearly $6 million worth of fees and expense reimbursements last week for lawyers working on the Greg Lindberg court cases.
Kyle Busch Case: A day of reckoning for indexed universal life?
Will a recent lawsuit by NASCAR start Kyle Busch and his wife shine a bright light on potential problems with indexed universal life?
The New Playbook: AI-powered prospecting for insurance agents
One of the ways agents use AI is to generate leads. By focusing on pre-qualified, high-intent prospects,, agents can grow their client base.
Genworth Financial boosting LTCi prospects via CareScout, rate hikes
Genworth Financial made giant positive steps in 2025 toward reclaiming its positioning in the troubled long-term care insurance market.
Annuities: Strengthening the three-legged retirement stool
The three-legged stool of retirement planning has grown a bit wobbly over the years as fewer workers can rely on a pension during their post-employment years.
Brighthouse Financial accepts $4.1B takeover offer from Aquarian
Brighthouse Financial confirmed this morning that Aquarian Capital will acquire it in a $4.1 billion deal.
Jackson Financial juggles up-and-down annuity sales to a Q3 profit
Jackson Financial is predominantly an annuity seller and the company rode out the changing product preferences in a healthy third quarter.
Equitable takes a hit on reinsurance deal, powers ahead in wealth space
Equitable Holdings is sticking with a big-picture growth strategy, one that required the company to take a third-quarter earnings hit.
