Last updated: April 17, 2026Reviewed by John Ziesing, FRC

Fixed Index Annuity in St. Petersburg

Market-Linked Growth · Principal Protection

Fixed index annuities (FIAs) are among the most frequently placed contracts at ACM's St. Petersburg practice. They credit interest tied to an underlying index such as the S&P 500 while contractually protecting principal from market loss. During the 2022 sideways-market environment, ACM clients holding FIAs preserved their principal in full.

Fixed Index Annuity Stats — 2026

Avg S&P 500 cap rate, 2026

9–11%

Avg S&P 500 cap rate, 2026

Floor — never lose principal to market

Avg income rider rollup, 2026

7.25%

Avg income rider rollup, 2026

Growth treatment

Tax-Deferred

Growth treatment

Sources: LIMRA Q1 2026, AnnuityAdvantage rate survey, ACM internal data.

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How Fixed Index Annuities Work

The issuing carrier credits the contract based on index performance. A 10% index gain may credit 6-7% depending on the cap rate; a 20% index decline produces no loss to the contract.

That structural floor — participation in upside, protection in downside — is what Pinellas County clients consistently prioritize. ACM compares contracts across more than a dozen A-rated carriers to identify the most favorable cap and participation terms for each client.

Why Choose a Fixed Index Annuity

100% principal protection from market losses
Participate in market gains through index crediting
Tax-deferred growth on your money
Optional income riders for lifetime income
Contracts shopped across 12+ A-rated carriers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fixed index annuity?

A fixed index annuity is an insurance contract that credits interest based on the performance of an underlying stock market index such as the S&P 500. Principal is contractually protected from market loss — if the index declines, the account remains flat rather than losing value.

How much can I earn with a fixed index annuity?

Returns are governed by the contract's cap rate and participation rate. A 10% S&P 500 gain may credit 6-7% depending on contract terms. In negative index years, the account credits 0% — principal is preserved.

Are fixed index annuities FDIC insured?

No. Fixed index annuities are not FDIC insured; they are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance carrier. ACM places contracts only with highly rated A-rated carriers.

What is a cap rate?

A cap rate defines the maximum interest the contract can credit in a given crediting period. With an 8% cap, a 12% index gain credits 8%. ACM shops multiple carriers to identify the highest available caps for each client.

Growth Without Market Loss

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