Analysts concerned about Security Benefit Life Insurance Co.'s investments in subprime-mortgage-backed securities have cut the firm's financial ratings and are keeping a careful eye on the Topeka, Kan., carrier.
Last time, I discussed the rationale behind accelerating the payment of taxes rather than deferring taxes for as long as possible.
The model aims to create an industry standard to streamline the process of selling VA contracts and simplify compliance.
Hypothetical returns utilized by a host of new exchange traded funds are reigniting a debate about the use of back-tested performance data.
"The cushion provided by well-covered dividend yields has taken on increased importance," a JPMorgan analyst wrote.
The immediate reality of higher energy and food prices is putting some Americans even further behind the eight ball when it comes to retirement savings, according to a new survey on consumer spending habits.
Concerns about supply disruptions and tension in the Middle East sent crude oil prices to a new record in early morning trading.
Bank holding company income from mutual funds and annuities rose more than 27% to $5.92 billion in the first quarter.
Ted Mathas' promotion makes him the New York-based company’s 18th CEO in its 163-year history.
The nation's stock exchanges and a major trading platform have entered into new arrangements with Google and Yahoo to provide last-sale trade data at no cost to online users.
