New York Life Insurance Company

12,000 Total Employees
Year Founded: 1845

New York Life Insurance Company Company Growth, Stability & Outlook

New York Life Insurance Company Employee Reviews

Being a mutual company means we have real control over the decisions we make — and that's a tremendous opportunity. We're stable and long-term focused, but we're also genuinely committed to bringing in outside thinking and moving things forward quickly.

Joel
Joel, Senior Vice President, Founder & Head of New York Life Ventures
Joel, Senior Vice President, Founder & Head of New York Life Ventures

What People Are Saying About New York Life Insurance Company

  • Strong Revenue Growth: Revenue rose 16.8% year over year to about $73.1 billion in 2025, and the company advanced to No. 62 on the 2026 Fortune 500. This top-line expansion aligns with double-digit increases in insurance and annuity sales in 2025.
  • Profitability: Operating earnings increased to a record $3.6 billion in 2025, up 4% from 2024. Record dividend declarations further reflect sustained earnings power.
  • Investor Backing & Capital Strength: Surplus grew to $34.7 billion in 2025 from $33.3 billion in 2024, alongside maintenance of top-tier financial strength ratings across major agencies. A record $2.8 billion dividend announcement for 2026 underscores capital depth and resilience.