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U.S. Individual Long-Term Care Insurance Sales and In-Force
May 18, 2026
Find it here — midyear and year-end sales and in-force benchmarks for individual long-term care insurance in the U.S. market. New 2024 data.
U.S. Individual Annuity Market
May 18, 2026
Access your one-stop shop for U.S. annuity sales data — benchmark sales and analysis for a range of annuity products, reported by distribution channels and market types. New 2025 Annuity Persistency Reports.
Through the Advisor Lens: Alternative Investments in Defined Contribution Plan Executive Summary (partial infographic)
May 11, 2026
The inclusion of “alternative” asset classes in DC plan menus may soon be facilitated by an Executive Order and subsequent DOL action. Find out how DC Gatekeepers – advisors – feel about this potential; explore their opinions about how alts fit into DC strategies and where they feel this development is going.
2025 Canadian Employers Survey
May 8, 2026
As employer benefit strategies evolve, understanding what’s working, and what’s next, is essential. This research analyzes group benefits penetration across Canadian employers, evaluates the value of consolidating retirement and insurance offerings under one carrier, and measures interest in ancillary services designed to enhance employee wellbeing and engagement. Canadian Employee Benefits Landscape just added.
U.S. Consumer Sentiment (April 2026)
May 6, 2026
Consumer sentiment slipped further in early April as energy costs rose and geopolitical risks intensified.
U.S. Monthly Individual Life Sales
May 4, 2026
Get the latest monthly individual life sales and application trends. New February 2026 data.
Hybrid Insurance on the Rise: A New Era for Long-Term Care Protection
May 4, 2026
This study provides strategic insights from the LIMRA/EY US 2025 individual life combination LTC survey.
DC Advisor Views: Advisors and Alts — Exploring Advisor Reactions to Including Alternative Investments in DC Plans
May 4, 2026
The inclusion of “alternative” asset classes in DC plan menus may soon be facilitated by an executive order and subsequent Department of Labor (DOL) action. Find out how DC gatekeepers — advisors — feel about this potential; explore their opinions about how alts fit into DC strategies and where they feel this development is going.
DC Advisor Views: PEPs Update
May 4, 2026
Since 2021, a new construct has been available to employers who want to sponsor a workplace retirement savings program but may be reluctant to take on the role of an active plan sponsor: the Pooled Employer Plan (PEP).This research explores advisor assessment – and actions – relative to PEP plans and opportunities.
The Growing Influence of Health Risks on Retirement Security
May 1, 2026
NEW research by Chris Heye, Fellow at the LIMRA Retirement Income Institute reveals that identifying and managing health-related financial risks is central to retirement planning. Audience: Financial Professionals, External
DC Advisor Views: Unpacking Advisor Profiles
Apr 29, 2026
Explore this supplement to LIMRA’s 2025 DC Advisor Views research, offering deeper analysis of advisor demographics and practices.
Consumer Sentiment Tracking
Apr 27, 2026
How are Americans feeling about the economy and our industry? (Updated April 27, 2026)
U.S. Workplace Benefits Life Insurance Sales and In Force
Apr 24, 2026
Breaking news — see the latest market results for life insurance products sold at the workplace. New Q4 2025 data.
U.S. Worksite/Voluntary Sales and In Force
Apr 22, 2026
Results are in! View the latest market stats on 100 percent-employee-paid products sold at the workplace. New Q4 2025 data.