Defined Contribution Insights

From the Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement

The Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement is dedicated to conducting in-depth research and providing valuable insights in the field of retirement planning and income generation.

One area of focus is driving innovation in the Defined Contribution (DC) market. This involves offering valuable and timely insights on attitudes, expectations, and strategic opportunities in this ever-evolving space.

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To understand retirement income expectations and needs, the Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement surveyed 2,488 DC plan participants. The survey assessed confidence in anticipated income sources, identified potential risks and guaranteed lifetime income products and preferred support.

The first annual State of Lifetime Income report explores key findings from the survey, plus key insights into the growing momentum behind in-plan guaranteed lifetime income products.

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About the Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement

Addressing the complex challenges of retirement planning requires innovative thinking, grounded in data.

The Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement, part of Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, produces actionable insights and signature research to help financial professionals prepare for the future. Drawing on more than 125 years of experience in risk management at Allianz and our history of innovation in annuities, life insurance, and ETFs (offered through Allianz Investment Management LLC¹), we provide exclusive insights to support financial professionals and their clients.

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1 Allianz Investment Management LLC (AllianzIM) is a registered investment adviser and a wholly owned subsidiary of Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.


Fixed index annuities are designed to meet long-term needs for retirement income. They provide guarantees against the loss of principal and credited interest, tax-deferred accumulation potential, and the reassurance of a death benefit for beneficiaries.

The Allianz Center for the Future of Retirement produces insights and research as part of Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.

AllianzIM ETFs are distributed by Foreside Fund Services, LLC. Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, Allianz Investment Management LLC and Allianz Life Financial Services, LLC are affiliated companies and are not affiliated with Foreside Fund Services, LLC.

This content is for general educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide fiduciary, tax, or legal advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, its affiliated companies, and their representatives and employees do not give fiduciary, tax, or legal advice or advice related to Social Security or Medicare. Clients are encouraged to consult their tax advisor or attorney, or Social Security Administration (SSA) office, for their particular situation.

Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz) does not provide financial planning services.

Guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company.

• Not FDIC insured • May lose value • No bank or credit union guarantee • Not a deposit • Not insured by any federal government agency or NCUA/NCUSIF

Products are issued by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, 5701 Golden Hills Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55416-1297. (C64712-MVA)

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