Equitable Q2 earnings fall on mortality spike, but sees reinsurance relief
Equitable executives say a new deal with Reinsurance Group of America will reduce the insurer’s exposure to unpredictable mortality swings.
Corebridge turns big annuity sales, new reinsurance deal into strong Q2
Corebridge Financial delivered the expected second-quarter financial performance from an annuity-focused company, amid a record-breaking quarter for annuity sales.
Apollo and Athene push for ‘the holy grail’: A reimagined defined benefit
Apollo Global Management celebrated a very strong second quarter, with assets under management rising to $840 billion.
Could AI help battered UnitedHealth turn around? CEO ‘very optimistic’
While use of artificial intelligence in health insurance remains controversial, UnitedHealth Group is full speed ahead on AI.
Agents vs. Algorithms? Why AI still needs human advisors in insurance
AI has become a leading buzzword in the insurance industry, but not all insurance companies are feeling the pressure or buying into the hype
SEC to court: Fine Jeffrey Cutter up to $700K, force disclosure of verdict
The Securities and Exchange Commission is recommending a fine of $300,000 to $700,000 for advisor-agent Jeffrey Cutter and Cutter Financial Group.
Genworth boosts Q2 picture with expected $750M windfall from UK lawsuit
Genworth Financial enjoyed fortunate timing with a potential $750 million lawsuit windfall coming just days before it reported second-quarter earnings.
Prudential Q2 profits rise as new CEO champions strategic overhaul
Prudential Financial is evolving under new CEO Andy Sullivan and saw second-quarter profits rise as new plans took shape.
CVS Health grows revenue 8.4% as Aetna streamlines amid rising healthcare costs
While competitors continue to struggle with spiraling healthcare costs, Aetna and CVS are celebrating an 8.4% increase in second-quarter revenues.
Lincoln Financial posts $688M Q2 profit, highlights strategic shift, Bain Capital deal
Lincoln Financial reported strong second-quarter 2025 results that the company said reflects an increasingly diversified earnings mix.
Worker interest rises for employer lifetime-income options in 401(k) plans
A rising number of workers who are saving in 401(k) plans say it is important for their retirement plans to provide life-time income options.
A split Fed leaves rates unchanged despite renewed pressure from Trump
Governors Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman dissented, advocating for a 25-basis-point interest rate cut.
For Gen Z, optimism is key to retirement readiness, report finds
Optimism might be the real key to retirement readiness, especially for Generation Z.
Amid ‘intensifying’ cost of care, UnitedHealth plans to exit markets
UnitedHealth Group is evaluating all of its operations, CEO Stephen Hemsley said, and exiting markets where rising medical costs threaten profits.
Annuity sales flip back to record-breaking mode in the second quarter
After taking a quarter to regroup, annuity sales soared to a new quarterly record during Q2, LIMRA reported.
Uncertain economy leaves Americans insecure about financial planning
Americans are becoming more careful – and insecure – about their financial planning as the economy seems to become less stable.
Why the sandwich generation may be underinsured
The sandwich generation – adults who are caring for older family members while raising children – are already stretching their funds to cover expenses across multiple generations.
AI adoption has dramatically changed insurance landscape, expert says
The adoption of AI into the insurance value chain is the biggest factor to transform the insurance industry in recent times, an expert says.
How are Gen Zers navigating their financial challenges?
Gen Z investors are exhibiting unexpected spending behaviors and digital strategies to navigate their financial challenges.
