AEL and American National earn financial strength upgrades

American Equity Investment Life Insurance (AEL) has been upgraded to an “A” Financial Strength Rating (FSR) by AM Best, reflecting its stability and growth. Similarly, AM Best affirmed the “A” FSR for American National Insurance Company, marking its 83rd consecutive year of this rating, highlighting its long-standing financial reliability.

“AEL’s Financial Strength Rating upgrade from AM Best reflects our unwavering commitment to our policyholders and clients. Following the upgrade from S&P Global earlier this year, the “A” rating from AM Best acknowledges our financial strength and stability as we move forward prudently with the goal of continued growth.” – Jeff Lorenzen, Chief Executive Officer of AEL.

“We are proud of our long history of financial strength and stability. AM Best recently recognized American National for our 83rd consecutive year of achieving an A rating or better; this affirmation of our A rating further demonstrates our commitment and ability to be a source of certainty for our clients.” – Tim Walsh, Chief Executive Officer of American National .