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The FIDx Five: Annuities: The Future of QDIAs?

Written by FIDx | Jul 12, 2024 4:00:00 PM

Retirement, Annuity, & Fintech Insights 

Learn why integrating annuities into QDIAs could be a game-changer and then stick around for four recent stories in this edition of “The FIDx Five.”

ERISA Pushes Annuities 
Discover why the ERISA Advisory Council is advocating for annuities as a Qualified Default Investment Alternative.

Source: “Lifetime Income QDIAs Receive Increased Attention,” Plan Adviser, 07/11/24

Bain Capital Acquires Envestnet
In a landmark deal, Bain Capital is set to acquire Envestnet, marking a significant shift in the financial tech landscape. 

Source: “Bain Capital to Buy Financial Software Vendor Envestnet in $4.5 bln Deal,” Reuters, 07/11/24

Inside an Annuity Mind
Get insights on 10 crucial questions about the future of annuities and retirement planning. 

Source: “Ten Questions for Annuity Pioneer Jeff Dellinger,” Life Annuity Specialist, 07/11/24

The Annuity Buying Experience
A new survey reveals the pivotal role financial professionals play in ensuring a positive annuity purchase experience.

Source: “Financial Professionals Key to Positive Annuity Purchase Experience,” Nationwide News, 07/11/24

A Call for Better Reviews
Regulators urge annuity issuers to enhance their best-interest reviews to better protect consumers and ensure fair practices. 

Source: “Annuity Issuers Should Improve Their Best-Interest Reviews: Regulator,” Think Advisor, 07/11/24

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