Insurance Industry 2026 Unemployment Outlook
The unemployment outlook for the U.S. insurance industry entering 2026 is expected to remain relatively resilient, with jobless rates generally projected to be lower than the broader national average.
US Life Actuarial Outlook for 2026
Explore key trends shaping the US life actuarial market in 2026, including talent demand, evolving skills, AI adoption, and hybrid hiring strategies.
Case Study: Accelerating Actuarial Talent Acquisition for a Growing Insurance Business
See how Acumen’s actuarial recruitment expertise helped a growing insurer build a new office and secure top actuarial talent across product, valuation, and modeling teams.
Case Study: Strengthening FP&A Processes and Benchmarking for a Leading Life Insurer
See how Acumen’s recruitment and interim staffing solutions enhanced FP&A efficiency for a U.S. life insurer through data-driven benchmarking and financial optimization.
VM-22: The Next Big Shift in Annuity Valuation
The NAIC’s VM-22 goes live January 1, 2026, with a three-year phase-in period before it’s fully required for new issues in 2029. Coming out of the recent ValAct meeting in Chicago, the consistent message was that VM-22 isn’t just a valuation change.
Why Life Insurers Are Moving Quickly to Hire Underwriters
The team here at Acumen has noticed an increased demand for life insurance Underwriters of late. Below are some of our thoughts on the reasons for that resurgence. Take a look and let us know if we missed anything.
US Actuarial Hiring Trends
Actuaries are in high demand, and with near-full employment across the profession (under 1% unemployment), companies must adapt their hiring strategies to stay competitive.
What to Expect in 2025: Health Actuarial Talent
As we move into 2025, the health actuarial landscape is poised for significant transformation. With economic conditions stabilizing after a slowdown in 2024, the demand for skilled actuarial professionals is set to grow. Here’s what you can expect in the coming year:
2025 US Life Actuarial Trends
Although many major changes from the last few years such as IFRS17 and PBR are fully implemented and running smoothly, the ever-changing regulatory environment will still impact 2025 resource planning and strategic initiatives.