OrionShield 10
AuguStar Financial
8.6%
Best Cap
10%
Free W/D
50
States
OrionShield is a fixed indexed annuity designed to help you accumulate retirement assets with downside protection. Your money grows based on stock market index performance, but you never lose principal if the market declines.
Free Withdrawal
10%/yr
Available In
50 states
Min Premium
$25,000
Surrender
10 years
Current Rates & Strategies
| Index | Crediting | Cap | Participation | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Balanced Asset 10 Index | Annual | -- | 71% | -- |
| Multi-Asset Dynamic Managed 5 Index | Annual | -- | 151% | -- |
| Nasdaq Night Owl Index | Annual | -- | 53% | -- |
| S&P 500 Dynamic Intraday TCA Index (USD) ER | Annual | -- | 49% | -- |
| S&P 500 Index | Annual | 8.6% | 100% | -- |
| S&P MARC 5% Excess Return | Annual | -- | 139% | -- |
| Strategic Dynamic Balanced Asset 8 Index | Annual | -- | 98% | -- |
| Fixed Account | Daily | -- | -- | 3.25% |
Key Features
Contractual Floor
0% minimum annual returnYour account value cannot go down due to market losses. If index returns equal 0% or are negative, your credited interest equals 0%—protecting you from negative years while still allowing you to participate in positive ones.
Optional Premium Bonus
5% to 21% of initial investmentReceive an immediate bonus equal to a percentage of your initial investment (5% to 21% depending on age and option level), which then earns interest alongside your contract value.
Tax-Deferred Growth
Up to 33% more growth over 30 years vs. taxable accountsYour earnings compound without annual tax liability. Taxes are due only when you withdraw funds, allowing more money to remain invested and working for you.
Multiple Crediting Strategies
8 strategy optionsChoose from 8 index-based strategies (Group A and B) including S&P 500, NASDAQ, and multi-asset risk-controlled indices, or a fixed account option. Group A strategies count toward premium bonus allocation requirements.
Guaranteed Accumulation Protection (GAP)
107% of starting contract value per term (7-year example)Ensures a minimum percentage of credited interest after your surrender period ends. If your ending contract value is lower than your GAP value, the GAP value becomes your starting value for the next term.
Death Benefit
Full account value to beneficiariesIf you pass away during the accumulation phase, beneficiaries can receive the full account value without penalty, preserving your legacy.
Participation Rate or Cap
Varies by strategy; examples: 80% participation rate or 8% capYour credited interest is limited by either a participation rate (you receive a percentage of index gains) or a return cap (maximum annual interest you can earn). Rates are set at contract issue and may change each crediting period.
Highlights
Principal and credited interest protected by a contractual floor—your money cannot lose value due to market downturns
Growth potential linked to market indices like the S&P 500 without direct stock market risk
Optional Premium Bonus gives your initial investment an immediate boost that compounds over time
Tax-deferred growth allows earnings to compound faster without annual tax drag
Multiple crediting strategies let you customize your allocation to match your risk tolerance and retirement goals
Surrender Schedule
Yr 1
10%
Yr 2
10%
Yr 3
9%
Yr 4
9%
Yr 5
8%
Yr 6
7%
Yr 7
6%
Yr 8
5%
Yr 9
4%
Yr 10
3%
After
0%
Nursing home waiver
Best For
This product is ideal for individuals at or nearing retirement who want to grow assets they cannot afford to lose while protecting against sudden market downturns and volatility.
Consider Alternatives If
This product may not be suitable for investors who need immediate access to their full principal without surrender charges, or those seeking maximum growth potential without any caps or participation rate limitations.
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