Ditching your legacy annuities when going independent used to be commonplace but there are now more options, says industry insiders.
Portfolio positioning data show a shift toward defensive stocks as investing pros turn skittish on rate uncertainty.
Limra research finds more Americans than ever see a need for more coverage, but lack of knowledge still holds them back.
"The only way to really address recidivism is through bringing criminal cases," one attorney said.
The broker-dealer and RIA network’s vetted list provides intel on active ETFs across equity, fixed income, and alternative asset classes.
The script has flipped in fixed income as figures show ETFs lagging mutual fund flows, with the bulk going to active bond funds.
Survey of pre-retirees and retirees reveals a major focus on capital protection, with a strong preference for stability and guaranteed income.
Despite the popularity of private credit and PE, Cerulli research finds obstacles blocking their wider adoption in 401(k) retirement plans.
The multibillion-dollar alts platform’s new fund offers exposure to high-potential private tech companies across the US, Europe and Asia.
Policymakers at the US central bank raise fresh concerns around price pressures.
Buying a home remains an aspiration but perhaps the time isn’t right?
Investors’ doused sentiment around rate cuts leaks into market for munis, which posted their worst record since September.
Tech ETFs have hoovered up some $9B so far this year as investors embrace the idea of megacaps’ endurance through economic cycles.
Handcuffed by regulation, crypto ETF issuers are stuck with virtual assets that inadvertently made their way into their wallets.
The leading annuity provider’s new income option allows investors added flexibility in building guaranteed lifetime income.
Following a 13 percent advance this year, the price of the yellow metal wavered as traders weigh the odds of harmful rate hikes.
State Street report points to continuing shift in portfolios as infrastructure and private debt appetite proves robust among investors.
"Interest rates aren’t going down anytime soon," said James Corl of Cohen & Steers.
New EBRI research sheds fresh light on sentiments around inflation, Social Security benefits, and use of guaranteed income products.
Preliminary Limra results show total sales of $113.5B for individual annuities, rivaling the peak seen in the fourth quarter of 2023.
