IRI's 2009 Annuity Fact Book provides over 130 pages of comprehensive statistical data on both fixed and variable annuities in one compact, handy reference guide.  The 2009 edition includes information on product developments, an expanded data section, the latest statistics on retirement readiness, an updated comparison of variable annuity and mutual fund fees and expenses, and much more.  It includes all the latest industry statistics and information.

The 2009 Insured Retirement Institute Annuity Fact Book is available for download for free. 

Click here to download or view the entire IRI 2009 Annuity Fact Book or look below for individual chapters.

• CHAPTER 1: Annuities- An Overview
• CHAPTER 2: Buying Annuities
• CHAPTER 3: Saving for Retirement
• CHAPTER 4: Receiving Retirement Income
• CHAPTER 5: Tax-Qualified Retirement Plans
• CHAPTER 6: Variable Annuities- 2008 Update
• CHAPTER 7: Fixed Annuities- 2008 Update
• CHAPTER 8: The Real Cost of a Variabl Annuity- 2008 Update
• CHAPTER 9: Regulation and Taxation of Annuities
• CHAPTER 10: Demographics of a Typical Owner
• DATA SECTION