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Most Americans List Income Protection Among Most Important Financial Goals, Yet Very Few Own Disability Insurance

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:00:00 EST

MILWAUKEE, May 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Maintaining standard of living is a top financial goal among Americans, yet few are taking active steps to protect their ability to reach this goal, according to Northwestern Mutual's recent study, The State of Planning in America.

Northwestern Mutual Announces Grants to Support Milwaukee Attractions

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:12:01 EST

MILWAUKEE, May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Studies show that events and cultural attractions strengthen a region's economic growth, acting as magnets for both corporate relocations and prospective workers. As part of its efforts to strengthen the community where the company's 5,000 employees live and work, Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation, is announcing $500,000 in grants to support nonprofit programs that help make Milwaukee a destination for visitors.

Northwestern Mutual Study Indicates Contrast in Planning Perspectives About Individuals Compared to the Nation

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:00:00 EST

MILWAUKEE, May 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual releases today the third in a series of research studies examining the state of planning in America. The Planning Perspectives Study asked respondents to weigh in on whether they as individuals and the nation as a whole are moving in the right direction when it comes to key financial planning categories.

A.M. Best Affirms Northwestern Mutual's Best-Possible A++ Financial Strength Rating for the 37th Consecutive Year

Wed, 02 May 2012 13:00:00 EST

MILWAUKEE, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A.M. Best has affirmed the A++ insurance financial strength ratings for Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company. This is the agency's highest possible rating assigned to insurers, and is given to companies viewed as possessing superior ability to meet their ongoing obligations to policyowners. The outlook for both companies remains stable.

Top Business Leaders Embark on Multi-City Tour to Discuss the Economy and the Importance of a Financial Game Plan

Wed, 02 May 2012 09:15:00 EST

MILWAUKEE, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual Chairman and CEO John Schlifske and Steve Forbes, chairman and editor-in-chief of Forbes Media, will speak to thousands of business and community leaders in seven cities around the U.S. this week.

Northwestern Mutual Names Ron Joelson Chief Investment Officer

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:15:07 EST

MILWAUKEE, April 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ron Joelson, current chief investment officer of Genworth Financial, will join Northwestern Mutual on June 4 and succeed Mark Doll as the company's next chief investment officer. Doll will retire on June 30 after a 40-year career with Northwestern Mutual.