A++ Rated

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

Leading provider of annuity solutions with 100+ years of experience

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Established

1857

Total Assets

$310+ billion

Products

Experience

100+ years

Financial Strength Ratings

AM Best A++

S&P AA+

Moody's Aa1

Fitch AA+

About NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY has been providing quality annuity solutions for 100+ years with $310+ billion in assets under management.

Largest life insurance company in U.S.

168 years in business (founded 1857)

Mutual company structure

Highest financial ratings (A++/AA+/AAA)

Record $8.2B dividend payout (2025)

Dividends paid annually since 1872

Annuity Types Offered

Fixed Annuities

Typical Rates & Fees

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Company Details

Headquarters

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Founded

1857

Minimum Premium

$10,000

Issue Ages

0-85

Financial Ratings

AM Best A++

S&P AA+

Moody's Aa1

Fitch AA+

These ratings indicate excellent financial strength.

Annuity Products from NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

Explore our comprehensive range of annuity solutions

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Fixed Indexed Annuity

Northwestern Mutual Income Annuities

Income Focus

Lifetime income

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Fixed Indexed Annuity

Northwestern Mutual Deferred Annuities

Accumulation

Tax-deferred growth

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Fixed Indexed Annuity

Northwestern Mutual Fixed Annuities

Protection

Guaranteed rates

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Fixed Indexed Annuity

Joint Universal Life with annuity options

Accumulation

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Frequently Asked Questions

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY offers Fixed Annuities designed to meet various retirement income needs and goals.

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY maintains strong financial ratings with an AM Best rating of A++, indicating excellent financial stability and claims-paying ability.

The minimum premium for NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY annuity products is typically $10,000, though this may vary by specific product and state regulations.