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Fixed-Rate Deferred Annuity Sales Jump to $44.7B in Q2 2026

Fixed-Rate Deferred Annuity Sales Jump to $44.7B in Q2 2026

Fixed-Rate Deferred Annuity Sales Jump to $44.7B in Q2 2026Marc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 14/09/2026

MYGA-style fixed-rate deferred annuity sales rose 26% in Q2 2026 to $44.7B, as savers lock in guaranteed rates. See what's driving the surge.

Annuity Types
Best MYGA Rates for September 2026: Why the Top Rate Isn't Always the Best Deal

Best MYGA Rates for September 2026: Why the Top Rate Isn't Always the Best Deal

Best MYGA Rates for September 2026: Why the Top Rate Isn't Always the Best DealMarc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 06/09/2026

The top 5-year MYGA rate for September 2026 is 6.25%, but A-rated carriers cap closer to 5.70%. Here's how to weigh rate vs. carrier rating before locking in a term.

Annuity Education
Annuity Sales Just Hit a New Quarterly Record: What $123.9 Billion in Q2 2026 Means for You

Annuity Sales Just Hit a New Quarterly Record: What $123.9 Billion in Q2 2026 Means for You

Annuity Sales Just Hit a New Quarterly Record: What $123.9 Billion in Q2 2026 Means for YouMarc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 03/09/2026

U.S. annuity sales hit a record $123.9B in Q2 2026. See what's driving the growth across RILA, MYGA, and SPIA products and what it means for your retirement plan.

Annuity Education
A $21 Million Settlement Shows Why the Advisor Matters as Much as the Annuity

A $21 Million Settlement Shows Why the Advisor Matters as Much as the Annuity

A $21 Million Settlement Shows Why the Advisor Matters as Much as the AnnuityMarc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 31/08/2026

A $21M settlement over unsuitable elder annuity sales shows the risk isn't the product — it's who's selling it. Red flags to check before you sign.

Financial Planning