Athene Holding Ltd. (AFIRPLUD)

Overview

Athene Holding Ltd., established in 2008 and based in West Des Moines, Iowa, is a prominent financial services company that operates globally. It has carved a niche for itself in the retirement savings sector, focusing on issuing, reinsuring, and acquiring a wide range of retirement savings products tailored for both individuals and institutions. Athene's strategic approach not only encompasses a broad spectrum of annuity products but also extends to life insurance and funding agreement offerings, making it a comprehensive provider in the retirement planning and financial security domain.

Products and Services

• Fixed Indexed and Fixed Rate Annuities: These products offer clients a secure retirement savings option with a guaranteed interest rate, protecting and growing their investments over time.
• Registered Index-Linked Annuities: Combining the potential for high returns through stock market exposure with a level of protection against market downturns, these annuities are designed for individuals seeking a balanced approach to retirement savings.
• Private Placement Variable Annuities: Catering to high-net-worth individuals, these annuities offer personalized investment options with a greater potential for growth, alongside the tax advantages inherent to annuity products.
• Income Riders to Fixed and Payout Annuities: These options allow policyholders to tailor their annuity products for a guaranteed income stream, ensuring financial stability throughout retirement.
• Group Annuities: Aimed at institutions, these products facilitate employers in providing retirement benefits to their employees, thereby supporting financial security and retirement preparedness on a larger scale.
• Life Insurance and Reinsurance: Beyond annuities, Athene also engages in life insurance, offering policies primarily through reinsurance transactions. This includes a range of products from traditional life insurance to specific solutions geared towards managing legacies and financial planning.
• Funding Agreements: These agreements are issued to institutional investors, providing them with fixed-income investment opportunities that enhance portfolio stability and yield.
• Investment Portfolio Services: Athene extends a comprehensive suite of services, including direct investment management, asset allocation, and operational support (covering investment compliance, tax, legal, and risk management). This holistic approach addresses the intricate needs of its clients’ investment portfolios, driving efficiency and growth.