INSURANCENEWSNET MAGAZINE
In this issue..
- IUL illustrations: That was then; this is now
- Standing on the shoulders of giants — With Bryan Simms
- A man on a mission — With Foresters Financial’s Matt Berman
- Saving for college can impact your clients’ retirement
- 5 growth opportunities for the life insurance industry
SPECIAL FEATURE
Trade group files first lawsuit against the DOL fiduciary rule
The Federation of Americans for Consumer Choice filed a lawsuit in a Texas federal court Thursday to stop the Department of Labo.. Read More
From The Field
How and why insurers must up their AML game
There are many points in the insurance value chain where money laundering can occur.
Risk reducing strategies for HNW individuals to stay insured
Risk mitigation strategies that insurance professionals should give to their high net worth clients to ensure ongoing coverage.
Content marketing planning: 5 best practices for advisors
Content marketing strategy requires more than just quantity — it demands strategic planning and execution.
LIFE INSURANCE NEWS
NAIFA members discuss financial security at the Capitol
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors wraps up its 2024 Congressional Conference Tuesday with a visit to Capitol Hill to discuss issues facing the industry and the people it serves.
- The case for consolidating policy administration systems
- Commentary: Let experts manage retirement risk
- Financial professionals to advocate for their businesses and clients at NAIFA’s Congressional Conference
- Risk of ‘genetic discrimination’ by insurers ruining people’s trust in medical science
- Greg Lindberg faces up to 30 years in prison after guilty verdict on bribery charge
ADVISOR NEWS
Workplace retirement plan access: More needs to be done
Recent efforts to improve access to workplace retirement plans are a step in the right direction, but more work needs to be done to provide workers with the means to save for retirement.
Annuity News
Nationwide launches updated RILA
Nationwide DPA 2.0 will feature daily protection and floor levels, 10 index strategies and free withdrawals. Read More
Delaware Life announces enhancements to FIAs
Delaware Life, a Group 1001 company, announces the addition of two diversified, multi-strategy Precision Portfolios as part of t.. Read More
Nearly half of RIAs believe volatility will be the same as market stressors continue
Registered investment advisors' views are largely mixed on the impact of upcoming U.S. elections on the investment climate. Read More
Fiduciary
9 trade groups file a second lawsuit to stop the DOL fiduciary rule
Nine insurance trade associations filed a lawsuit Friday against the Department of Labor to overturn its controversial Retiremen.. Read More
Opinion: Why the DOL’s Retirement Security Rule is the emperor of all public policy mistakes
Will the DOL's new Retirement Security Rule advance the interest of retirement investors? Or will it produce the opposite outcome? Read More
DOL pulling a ‘deceptive’ maneuver with new fiduciary rule, analyst says
The Department of Labor wrote its new Retirement Security Rule with a big focus on surviving a court challenge. Have they succee.. Read More
Insurance & Financial Fraud
‘We’ll continue to fight’: Greg Lindberg attorney says bribery case isn’t over
An attorney for embattled financier Greg Lindberg hinted at an appeal two days after his client was convicted for a second time .. Read More
Fed does not rule out further rate hikes
Yesterday, the minutes of the meetings held in early May by the Federal Open Market Committee and the U.S. Federal Reserve were .. Read More
Greg Lindberg, the insurance tycoon who allegedly swindled Universal Life, was found guilty of attempted bribery and fraud.
Charlotte, N.C.- A major North Carolina political donor and his associate were convicted a second time of attempting to bribe th.. Read More
Another view‘Bluelining’ leaves climate vulnerable communities without home insurance
In an era of climate disasters, Americans in vulnerable regions will need to rely more than ever on their home insurance. But as.. Read More
Property and Casualty News
Panelists debunk ESG ‘myths’ surrounding new SEC climate rule
Ahead of the SEC moving forward with new Climate Change Disclosure Rules, experts debunk four ESG-related “myths." Read More
Health/Employee Benefits News
Prescription drug issues dominate health care policy in 2024
Prescription drug pricing, pharmacy benefit manager reform and the No Surprises Act are among the health care-related issues mak.. Read More