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Ibexis Life & Annuity Insurance Co has launched its WealthDefender Series with index options of S&P 500, Nasdaq-100 Engle 10% Index and Barclays Tactical Growth Index. Targeting independent marketing organisations (IMOs), the new FIA offers guaranteed participation rates or an enhanced bonus option, as well as features including a bailout rate and full liquidity for disability, nursing home confinement or terminal illness care. Crediting strategies include one or two-year participation