Are guaranteed retirement income products looking good again?

Are guaranteed retirement income products looking good again?

Rising rates, market uncertainty, and longevity risks stoking appetite among advisors and end-clients, says industry leader As longevity risks and affordability challenges put increasing pressure on Canada’s retirees, three of the country’s largest financial institutions are working to refocus the conversation on what could be an under-utilized but growing corner of the financial planning space.

Last week, Sun Life released the results of an Ipsos study it commissioned on guaranteed income retirement products, including annuities and guaranteed investment funds (GIFs).

Among many concerning findings, it found nearly half of boomers (46%) – including 49% of boomer women – don’t have plans […]

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