Anyone approaching retirement in the UK is likely to have noticed soaring annuity rates over the past year or so. Powered by rising interest rates and gilt yields, rates have risen by almost 50% ...

Choosing the right type of annuity payout depends on when you want payments to start, how long you want them to last and if you want a survivor’s benefit. Single-life annuities provide higher income ...

Annuities have become an increasingly popular retirement tool, with total annuity sales hitting $119.2 billion in the second quarter of 2025, an uptick of about 8% compared to Q2 2024, according to ...

An immediate annuity is an investment that begins paying out distributions the same year you deposited funds. Withdrawals can begin as soon as one month after you make your initial payment. Immediate ...

Annuities can be a good option for investors seeking steady income during retirement. To get started, it's important to learn some basic annuity terms. These 12 key terms will help you understand how ...