Description: Join a discussion on the tax implications for direct writers ceding annuity blocks for both onshore and offshore reinsurance arrangements. Get an introduction to the tax consequences of the risk transfer of annuity features and guarantees to reinsurers to reinsurers that are U.S.-based and not U.S. domiciled.

Description: Under U.S. GAAP long-duration targeted improvements (LDTI), some non-VA annuity products contain features scoped in as 'market risk benefits' (MRBs), which are required to be measured at fair value. For U.S. insurers, the question becomes 'How does the emerging principle-based reserving framework for non-variable annuities compare to the fair value framework for MRBs under LDTI?' See a comparison between these two new measurement models, highlighting some of the key considerations due to the added complexity of these calculations, to help companies strategically plan for their future state.

Description: The annuity market has been declining while the registered index-linked annuity (RILA) market has been expanding. Find outwhy the market is growing along with key features and considerations for the product from an actuarial perspective. By attending the session, you will: - Explain the increase in consumer demand and product opportunity. - Explain the key features and mechanics of a RILA. - Understand the pricing of RILA product. - Comprehend the key risks and ALM risks associated with RILA. - Explain high-level reserving mechanics of RILA under U.S. GAAP and U.S. statutory frameworks. - Understand the regulatory landscape impacting RILA products.

Description: Join us for discussion about the tax implications for direct writers ceding annuity blocks. The presenters will describe the mechanics and consequences for both onshore and offshore reinsurance arrangements. This will introduce the audience to the tax consequences, with the risk transfer of annuity features and guarantees to reinsurers to reinsurers that are US-based and not US domiciled.

Description: Living benefits (GLWBs) in fixed index annuity products are typically accounted for under SOP03-1 under current GAAP guidance. LDTI requires companies to classify these riders as Market Risk Benefit (MRB). This webcast focuses on challenges and considerations of the MRB implementation. Industry practices of the reserving approach will be shared during this webcast, as well as hedging and pricing implications.

Description: The annuity market has been declining while the Registered Index Linked Annuity (RILA) market has been expanding. The presenters will share why the market is growing along with key features and considerations for the product from an actuarial perspective.

Description: Like it or not, variable annuity (VA) liabilities are inextricably linked with the equity markets. Generally, up markets reduce the excess benefit liability and increase fee income, while down markets increase the excess benefit liability and reduce fee income. Given the volatility, most VA writers will hedge to meet their needs. In this session, the presenters will discuss the need for hedging, regulatory requirements and how companies ultimately determine their hedging strategies.

Description: 2021 Life Meeting - Session 1C: Earnings Pressure Impact on Annuity Product Development and the Insurance-Linked Securities Market

Description: Back by popular demand, it is that time of year for this well-liked annual webcast. Get ready to hear from three expert speakers, who will be covering the latest considerations for the year's U.S. statutory financial reporting work. 2021 has proven to have been quite remarkable, providing many important topics to be discussed.

Description: The annuity market has been declining while the Registered Index Linked Annuity (RILA) market has been expanding. Discover why the market is growing along with key features and considerations for the product from an actuarial perspective.