Insurance

A contract that involves the insured paying a premium to an insurance company in exchange for protection against the risk of a large loss.

Doctor Brandon Colby on Predictive Medicine, the Power of Prevention and Planning for a Long Retirement

Brandon Colby, MD, is a world leader in the field of...

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Aegon Modifying U.S. Variable Annuity Products

The Dutch insurance and financial services giant Aegon appears to be rethinking its U.S. based variable annuity business. It is reported that Aegon is making a move to apply a macro equity hedge to its in-force variable annuity contracts. The company is also considering the sale of its life reinsurance business, Transamerica Re.
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The Singularity Presents an Extreme Scenario for Retirement and Annuities

There is a prominent and growing group of people who believe that the exponential pace of technological progress will have a profound near-term impact on society.  Singularity is a term often associated with this school of thought.

Saybrus Partners Lands Wells Fargo Advisors as Client

Life insurance consultancy Saybrus Partners recently landed Wells Fargo Advisors as a new client. Saybrus is a relatively new venture that was formed with backing from the Phoenix Companies.
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American Academy of Actuaries Supports Annuities as Efficient Way to Address Longevity Risk

The American Academy of Actuaries (AAA) responded to the Request for Information that was developed by the Departments of Labor and Treasury earlier this year. The Academy's full response can be viewed here .

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