Northwestern Mutual

Northwestern Mutual is a leading American financial services company headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Established in 1857, the company has a rich history of providing comprehensive financial solutions to individuals and businesses.

With over 8,000 employees as of 2025, Northwestern Mutual offers a wide range of services, including life insurance, disability income insurance, long-term care insurance, annuities, and investment advisory services.

Insurance Products

The company's flagship product is its life insurance offerings, which encompass term life, whole life, and universal life policies. These products provide financial protection for policyholders and their families, ensuring beneficiaries receive a death benefit upon the policyholder's passing.

In addition, Northwestern Mutual offers disability income insurance, replacing a portion of a policyholder's income if they become unable to work due to illness or injury. Long-term care insurance also covers services such as nursing home care, home health care, and assisted living, which are not covered by standard health insurance policies.

Investment and Financial Services

Annuities provide a steady income stream for policyholders, particularly during retirement. Northwestern Mutual's investment advisory services help clients manage their portfolios with personalized strategies to meet financial goals.

The company also offers trust services and discretionary portfolio management solutions, assisting clients with estate planning and wealth management.

Financial Highlights

As of 2021, Northwestern Mutual reported $308.8 billion in assets and $31.1 billion in revenues, with $2 trillion worth of active life insurance protection. The company manages $200 billion of investments owned by its 4.75 million clients through its wealth management and investment services businesses.

Locations

• Milwaukee, WI, USA (Headquarters)
• Kenosha, WI, USA
• St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Accolades and Rankings

Northwestern Mutual has received numerous accolades, including being ranked No. 110 on the Fortune 500 list of the largest U.S. corporations by total revenue and placing in the top 30 by assets held.