Archive for February 2018
Phoenix Is Said in Talks to Buy Standard Life Insurance Unit
Phoenix is out to buy life insurance business that are in run-off mode. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreMiddlemen Play Gatekeeper in Battle to Curb Soaring Drug Costs
For the traditional PBMs, and their competitors, one test will be how they handle the new migraine drugs. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreMore People Under 65 Have HSAs: CDC
Analysts also found a drop in ACA exchange plan use, and big problems in Georgia. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreHarsh Flu Season Hits Senior-Living Firms With More Pain to Come
Brookdale’s CFO says this is the worst flu season for seniors in two decades. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreToo Much is Being Made of the Bearish Bond Data
A bond strategist contends that a meltdown is more exciting to think about than likely to actually happen. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreGenworth Posts Lower Capital Ratio for New York Unit
The company says an increase in LTCI premiums would eliminate the need for additions to reserves. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreAnnuity Sales Stabilize: LIMRA
Sales of indexed annuity contracts grew 5%. Variable annuity sales fell less than usual. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreIdentity Thieves Are Trying to Tap Colorado Annuities: Officials
Regulators want customers to ask insurers about the insurers’ efforts protect life and annuity accounts. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreThe Spanish Flu Centennial: A Look at Influenza’s Continuing Pandemic Risk
Chronic illness is a big problem. Sometimes, acute illness can also be a big problem. Source: Think Advisor
Read MoreFire Displaces Nebraska Department of Insurance
The fire started early on Presidents’ Day, when no one was in the office. Source: Think Advisor
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