Nationwide vs American National Insurance Company
Comprehensive side-by-side comparison of indexed universal life insurance companies
Nationwide
Founded: 1926
Columbus, Ohio
Assets
$140 billion
IUL Experience
18+ years
Products
4
Avg Cap Rate
10.25%
Key Strengths
Fortune 100 company (#72 in 2025)
Pioneer of Volatility Control Index movement
Industry-leading participation rates
Lowest cost of insurance charges in industry
Cap rates reaching 25% on certain strategies
American National Insurance Company
Founded: 1905
Galveston, Texas
Assets
$30 billion
IUL Experience
15+ years
Products
1
Avg Cap Rate
9.5%
Key Strengths
120+ year history
Newsweek: 'America's Most Trustworthy Companies'
Forbes: 'America's Best Insurance Companies'
82 consecutive years financial strength recognition
Operates in all 50 states
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | Nationwide | American National Insurance Company |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1926 | 1905 |
| Headquarters | Columbus, Ohio | Galveston, Texas |
| Assets Under Management | $140 billion | $30 billion |
| Years in IUL Business | 18+ years | 15+ years |
| Number of IUL Products | 4 | 1 |
| Typical Cap Rate Range | 6.00% - 25.00% | 8% - 11% |
| Participation Rates | 250% | 110% |
| Minimum Premium | $5,000 annual | $5,000 annual |
| Issue Ages | 0-85 years | 0-85 years |
| Underwriting Speed | 2-4 weeks standard | 3-4 weeks standard |