Jackson Adds Nasdaq 100 Index Option, Offers Full Principal Protection Option in Latest Registered Index-Linked Annuity Launch

Jackson National Life Insurance Company (Jackson), the main operating subsidiary of Jackson Financial Inc.¹ (NYSE: JXN), today launched Jackson Market Link Pro III (JMLPIII) and Jackson Market Link Pro Advisory III (JMLPAIII), further enhancing Jackson’s suite of registered index-linked annuities (RILAs). JMLPIII (commission-based) and JMLPAIII (fee-based) give consumers the potential to grow assets before and during retirement while offering different degrees of protection, including full principal protection, against unexpected market events. Additionally, Jackson recently made enhancements to its flagship traditional variable annuity product suite, offering financial professionals and their clients additional value and flexibility.

“As the popularity of RILA products continues to increase, Jackson is excited to announce the latest enhancements to its suite of RILA offerings,” said Brian Sward, EVP, Head of Product Solutions, Jackson National Life Distributors LLC (JNLD), the marketing and distribution business of Jackson. “The addition of the Nasdaq 100 index broadens our investment lineup and is a response to increased consumer interest in the tech sector, while the introduction of a 100% buffer allows full principal protection while maintaining the potential for equity-like returns. As interest in RILAs grow, Jackson will continue to seek new and innovative ways for financial professionals and their clients to access these products as they look to secure their financial future.”

JMLPIII and JMLPAIII enhancements include the following:

• Nasdaq 100 Added to Index Options: The new index option is now available along with the S&P 500, Russell 2000, MSCI EAFE and MSCI Emerging Markets. Jackson will not restrict which index options can be selected with each crediting method or protection option, allowing consumers to reallocate their assets without unwanted tax consequences and invest in what matters most to them².
• Full Principal Protection: Introducing a 100% Buffer³ protection option for the 1-year Cap⁴, 3-year Cap, 6-year Cap and 1-year Performance Trigger⁵ crediting methods, in addition to existing 10% and 20% options. Clients may also select a Floor⁶ protection option to help guard their retirement assets against unforeseen market changes. The level of protection depends on the crediting method selected⁷.

In addition to these enhancements, Jackson’s RILA suite offers the following competitive features: