OLDWICK, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–A.M. Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings (Long-Term ICR) of "aa-" of the U.S. life/health (L/H) subsidiaries of Aegon N.V. (Aegon) (Netherlands) [NYSE: AEG]. Aegon's U.S. L/H companies are collectively referred to as Aegon USA Group (Aegon USA). The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) remains negative. (See below for a detailed list of these companies.) The ratings reflect Aegon USA's balance sheet strength, which A.M. Best categorizes as very strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, favorable business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management. The ratings also reflect the strength and support of Aegon. The negative outlooks reflect A.M. Best's ongoing concerns regarding Aegon's credit profile.