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American Equity Investment Life Holding Company (formerly NYSE: AEL) generates frequent news in the U.S. life insurance and retirement markets due to its focus on fixed index annuities and its strategic transformation initiatives. Public announcements highlight the company as a leading issuer of fixed index annuities, with record or near-record FIA sales reported in several recent quarters.
News coverage for American Equity often centers on quarterly and annual earnings releases, where the company reports on net income, non-GAAP operating income, investment spread, and sales performance. These releases emphasize the contribution of guaranteed retirement income products, including product families such as IncomeShield and Eagle Select Income Focus, and detail sales trends across independent agent and bank and broker-dealer channels.
Another recurring theme in American Equity news is its AEL 2.0 strategy, which involves increasing allocation to private assets, using reinsurance to generate fee-like revenues, and building a capital-light earnings profile. Updates on the growth of private asset exposure, reinsured account values, and liquidity levels in the investment portfolio appear regularly in the company’s communications.
Corporate and capital markets developments also feature prominently. News items include announcements of preferred stock dividends on Series A and Series B preferred stock, commentary from rating agencies on the company’s credit ratings, and disclosures related to the planned merger transaction with Brookfield Reinsurance Ltd. These stories provide context on American Equity’s capital structure, strategic direction, and regulatory considerations.
Investors and observers following AEL-related news can expect a mix of earnings reports, product and sales updates, investment portfolio commentary, reinsurance activity, preferred stock dividend declarations, and merger-related disclosures that together outline the company’s evolution as a life insurer and annuity provider.
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AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (ICR) of a- (Excellent) for North End Re (Cayman) SPC, with a stable outlook. The ratings highlight NER Cayman’s very strong balance sheet strength, adequate operating performance, and effective enterprise risk management. In 2021, NER Cayman entered a reinsurance agreement with American Equity Investment Life Holding Company (AEL) to assume up to $10 billion of annuity products, yielding $195 million in net income by year-end 2022. NER Cayman is a subsidiary of Brookfield Reinsurance Ltd. (BNRE), which focuses on capital-based insurance solutions and completed a $5.1 billion acquisition of American National Group in May 2022.
American Equity Investment Life Holding Company (NYSE: AEL) is set to release its first quarter 2023 earnings on May 8 after market close. The financial results and accompanying supplement will be accessible on the company's investor relations website. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for May 9 at 10:00 a.m. CT, where management may provide forward-looking statements regarding their future performance. Interested parties can register for the call via phone or online. The company emphasizes its commitment to financial dignity through its annuity products, now focusing on insurance liability-driven asset allocation for better investment outcomes.
American Equity Investment Life Holding Company (NYSE: AEL) has appointed Mike Hayes as an independent director, expanding its Board to 10 members, with 8 being independent. Hayes brings extensive experience from the financial services and technology sectors, previously serving as COO at VMware and in various roles at Cognizant Technologies and Bridgewater Associates. Chairman David Mulcahy emphasized Hayes's expertise in driving customer value and strategic execution, aligning with the company's AEL 2.0 strategy for sustainable long-term value creation. Hayes expressed enthusiasm for contributing to the firm's innovative efforts in the financial industry.
American Equity Investment Life Holding Company (NYSE: AEL) has entered into an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement with JP Morgan to repurchase $200 million of its common stock. This initiative, part of the company's growth strategy, reflects its strong balance sheet and commitment to enhancing shareholder value. Approximately 6 million shares, or 7% of total outstanding stock, will be repurchased based on the closing price on March 17, 2023. Following this ASR, $276 million will remain in the company's repurchase program. The final share count will depend on the stock's average price during the ASR's duration, with settlement expected by September 30, 2023.