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Friday, October 16, 2026

Annuities

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HDFC Life’s H1 VNB rises 12% as product mix shifts away from participating savings
October 16 2026
A shift towards higher-margin products supported VNB growth, although higher expenses weighed on profitability growth.
HDFC Life office building with prominent logo in Mumbai, India.
HDFC Life Q1 VNB rises 9% as protection sales strengthen
July 16 2026
Protection, annuity and non-par savings gained share in HDFC Life's new business mix as the insurer delivered 9% VNB growth.
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LIC seeks more long-term investment instruments as annuity liabilities grow
June 8 2026
The insurer said it is engaging with IRDAI, RBI and SEBI as rising annuity inflows increase demand for long-duration assets.
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SBI Life VNB rises 12% in FY2026 on business volume growth
April 23 2026
Rising contributions from institutional alliances and direct sales complemented steady bancassurance performance as new business premiums increased.
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Fortitude Re, Carlyle launch US$700m reinsurance sidecar targeting Asian life, annuity markets
October 22 2025
FCA Re brings in global institutional investors including T&D Insurance Group and National Pension Service of Korea.
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IRDAI approves variable annuity plans for Indian life insurers - report
April 25 2024
Indian Life Insurers look set to be able to offer alternative to fixed annuity plans in the coming months.
Banner for 22nd SIRC: 'Capacity to Capability'—Building resilience through innovation; futuristic city skyline with a glowing highway; Nov 1–5, 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre.