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Report cites Prudential to be named as a non-bank SIFI

By Arthur D. Postal | October 19, 2012

Prudential Financial on Thursday advanced to the final stage of the government’s process for designation as a non-bank systemically important institution, according to several sources.

Pru Eyeing Hartford Life Assets

By Arthur D. Postal | August 20, 2012

The Hartford is reportedly looking to sell its life insurance assets to Prudential, though the deal would not conclude this month.

A Watchful Eye

By Arthur D. Postal, Elizabeth Festa | June 1, 2012

Insurance companies that own or operate a savings & loan will face fresh oversight from the Federal Reserve Board, which is creating a process by which to examine those financial institutions that have significant banking assets.

Insurers Face New Regulation from Federal Reserve

By Elizabeth Festa, Arthur D. Postal | May 2, 2012

Insurance companies that own or operate a savings & loan will face fresh oversight from the Federal Reserve Board, which is creating a process by which to examine those financial institutions that have significant banking assets.

New York Curtails the Use of Retained Asset Accounts

By Arthur D. Postal | February 24, 2012

New York State has become the first state to require life insurers to pay beneficiaries of life insurance claims immediately, effectively prohibiting the use of retained asset accounts.

Prudential, MetLife Sued over Death Master File

By Arthur D. Postal | February 1, 2012

State efforts to collect on unclaimed property held by insurers has mushroomed into private action lawsuits filed in Illinois, Ohio and New York against Prudential and MetLife.

Prudential Reaches Settlement with 19 States over Unclaimed Property

By Arthur D. Postal | February 1, 2012

Prudential Insurance Company has reached a settlement with 19 states over its unclaimed property practices, and it is negotiating a similar agreement with other states in which it does business.