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Gauging the Equity-Indexed Annuity as Competition and Complement to the Variable Annuity Market
Equity-indexed annuities (EIAs) have gained tremendous popularity during the past several years, as sales topped $13 billion in 2003, up from just $5 billion in 2001. In this upcoming study, FRC provides a detailed analysis of the EIA industry, including growth drivers, product development, marketing & distribution strategies, and the long-term outlook for EIAs. The study, developed in conjunction with Beacon Research, also features insights gleaned from FRC's interviews with leading industry executives.