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Early-October 2026 MYGA Rates: The Top Offer Still Isn't From an A-Rated Carrier

Early-October 2026 MYGA Rates: The Top Offer Still Isn't From an A-Rated Carrier

Early-October 2026 MYGA Rates: The Top Offer Still Isn't From an A-Rated CarrierMarc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 21/10/2026

The top MYGA rate climbed to 6.45% this week, still from a B-rated carrier. See how it compares to A-rated offers and what that gap actually means.

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The Annuity Buyer's Guide Hasn't Changed Since 2013. Here's What's Being Added.

The Annuity Buyer's Guide Hasn't Changed Since 2013. Here's What's Being Added.

The Annuity Buyer's Guide Hasn't Changed Since 2013. Here's What's Being Added.Marc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 08/10/2026

NAIC is rewriting the standard annuity buyer's guide for the first time since 2013, adding MVA, RILA, and rider coverage. Industry and consumer advocates disagree on tone.

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Annuity Sales Keep Setting Records. Carrier Profits Just Fell 1.3%.

Annuity Sales Keep Setting Records. Carrier Profits Just Fell 1.3%.

Annuity Sales Keep Setting Records. Carrier Profits Just Fell 1.3%.Marc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 30/09/2026

Annuity sales kept setting records in 2026, but AM Best found industry-wide net income fell 1.3% in H1. Here's what actually drove the dip.

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Annuity Sales Hit $121.2 Billion in Q2 2026 — But Not Every Product Grew

Annuity Sales Hit $121.2 Billion in Q2 2026 — But Not Every Product Grew

Annuity Sales Hit $121.2 Billion in Q2 2026 — But Not Every Product GrewMarc Johnston-Roche
Published on: 28/09/2026

LIMRA's final Q2 2026 survey confirms an 11th straight $100B+ quarter, but RILA and variable annuity sales surged while FIA and MYGA-style sales declined year over year.

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