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Rates

New rates are typically effective the first Tuesday of the month, with a preview of declared rates available one week prior.

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The PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index

The PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index seeks to provide:

  1. A smoother ride through periods of volatility,
  2. The ability to benefit from different interest regimes, and
  3. Attractive long-term return potential.

Read more in the PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index white paper, written by the designers of the index.

Then, see how the index works within an Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz) product with these client-approved sales ideas.

› A closer look at the PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index allocation with Allianz 222® Annuity

› A closer look at the PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index allocation with Allianz 365i® Annuity

WEBINAR: End 2016 strong with a new product, features,and promotions.

December 8 at 2 p.m. Central time. Register today!

2016 is coming to a close, but we are still in full swing offering you a new product, features, and promotions to help you end the year strong. From a new life insurance product and index allocation option, to two limited-time promotions that run through the end of the year – we’ve got it all!

Join us on December 8 to get all the details.

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Column: Allianz Advanced Markets team

When you meet with clients and prospects, it’s usually one-on-one. But even though you’re going solo, you have an experienced team behind you. That’s because the Advanced Markets team at Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz) and Allianz Life Insurance Company of New York (Allianz Life® of NY) will help ensure you have the advanced training and support you need to achieve success.

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DOL fiduciary rule insights

We recognize that there is now intense speculation as to what the Trump administration may or may not do in regard to the Department of Labor (DOL) fiduciary rule. However, the answer to that question is not clear at this time. While Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz) is actively and closely monitoring the situation, we continue to move forward with implementing the necessary changes to prepare for the new DOL fiduciary rule.

This article will define what is meant by “material conflict of interest” and what it means to you.

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DOL fiduciary rule training presentations now available

Take a deeper dive into the Department of Labor (DOL) fiduciary rule with informative articles and training presentations that cover a variety of topics, including an overview of the rule, definition of a fiduciary, and BICE vs. PTE 84-24.

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Decorate your office for the holidays … and after too

Looking to promote Allianz in your office? We now have posters available highlighting the strength of Allianz and the power of lifetime retirement income. Call us today to order yours.

› See the posters

Bite-size product training on the go

Presentation: The two halves of the Allianz 222 Annuity

Watch our short presentation on our #1-selling* fixed index annuity (FIA), Allianz 222® Annuity. Made available by the Allianz Knowledge Center where you can watch presentations, catch up on webinars, listen to podcasts, and gain more industry knowledge, product information, and client tools to help assist in your next meeting. All on a mobile-friendly platform.

* Wink’s Sales and Market Report, 4Q 2015.

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Over 115 years old and still going strong

Since 1896, we’ve had the strength and stability to fulfill our promises. Through bull markets and bear markets, we’ve stayed true to our careful planning, disciplined investing, and risk management expertise. That’s why we’re well positioned for what’s ahead.

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Events

End 2016 strong with a new product, features, and promotions webinar 12/8/2016

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The PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index is comprised of the S&P 500® Index, a bond component comprised of the PIMCO Synthetic Bond Index and a duration overlay, and cash, and shifts weighting between them daily based on historical realized volatility of the components. The PIMCO Synthetic Bond Index is comprised of a small number of derivative instruments designed to provide exposure to U.S. investment-grade and Treasury bond markets.

The “PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index” is a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC or its affiliates (“SPDJI”) and Pacific Investment Management Company LLC (“PIMCO”), and has been licensed for use by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (“Allianz”). Standard & Poor’s® and S&P® are registered trademarks of Standard & Poor’s Financial Services LLC (“S&P”); Dow Jones® is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC (“Dow Jones”); and these trademarks have been licensed for use by SPDJI and sublicensed for certain purposes by Allianz. PIMCO’s Trademark(s) are trademarks of PIMCO and have been licensed for use by SPDJI and Allianz. Allianz products are not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by SPDJI, Dow Jones, S&P, their respective affiliates, or PIMCO and none of such parties make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in such product(s) nor do they have any liability for any errors, omissions, or interruptions of the PIMCO Tactical Balanced Index.

This newsletter may periodically provide you with links to outside articles and websites. Please note that the information and opinions included are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed by the issuing company. It is being provided for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation for the purchase of any product, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of your clients. Always ensure you follow the current policies on the use of any advertising, third-party materials and/or social media as required by your broker/dealer and/or the carriers that you represent.

This newsletter is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered. It is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax 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, Allianz Life Insurance Company of New York, their affiliated companies, and their representatives and employees do not give legal or tax advice. Encourage your clients to consult their tax advisor or attorney.

For more complete information about the issuing companies variable annuities and variable investment options, call Allianz Life Financial Services, LLC at 800.542.5427 for a prospectus. The prospectuses contain details on investment objectives, risks, fees, and expenses, as well as other information about the variable annuity and variable investment options, which your clients should carefully consider. Encourage your clients to read the prospectuses thoroughly before sending money.

Guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing company. Variable annuity guarantees do not apply to the performance of the variable subaccounts, which will fluctuate with market conditions.

Retirement consultants market and distribute products manufactured by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America and Allianz Life Insurance Company of New York. Retirement consultants provide education and information related to products they market and do not provide financial or investment advice.

Products are issued by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, 5701 Golden Hills Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55416-1297. www.allianzlife.com. In New York, products are issued by Allianz Life Insurance Company of New York, 28 Liberty Street, 38th Floor, New York, NY 10005-1422. www.allianzlife.com/new-york. Variable products are distributed by their affiliate, Allianz Life Financial Services, LLC, member FINRA, 5701 Golden Hills Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55416-1297. Only Allianz Life Insurance Company of New York is authorized to offer annuities and life insurance in the state of New York.

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