Sentry Acquires The General for $1.7 Billion
The transaction is expected to close by the end of the year pending regulatory approvals.
Mergers & Acquisitions
M&A Dealmaking Approaching ‘Normal’ Levels
The first half of 2024 saw 300 announced insurance agency mergers and acquisitions, the lowest first-half total in four years, according to OPTIS Partners.
Slowest Quarter for Agency M&A Since 2020
There were 155 announced insurance agency mergers & acquisitions in the first quarter of 2024, down 18% from the same period in 2023.
M&A Activity Falls 24% in 2023, More Deals Expected in 2024
Despite the decline in the number of merger & acquisition transactions in 2023, there was a consistent volume of transactions throughout the year.
Aon to Buy NFP in Deal Worth $13.4 Billion
The acquisition will enhance Aon’s presence in the large and fast-growing middle-market segment and add new capabilities to its arsenal.
M&A Deals Drop 27% in Q3 2023
Insurance agency mergers & acquisitions saw the largest decline through the third quarter ever reported, with 534 in the year so far.
Insurance Agency M&A Deals Decline in H1 2023
Higher interest rates and uncertain economic conditions continue to limit deals, according to OPTIS Partners.
M&A Deals Decline 17% in Q1 2023
The number of mergers & acquisitions announced was the lowest since 2019 and 7% below the five-year average for deals.
Insurance M&A Activity Slowed in 2022 but Still the Second Highest Year on Record
Despite various economic and political challenges, the number of mergers & acquisitions deals in 2022 meant it was the second-most active year in history.
M&A Activity Falls 14% in 2022
Even as the fall reflected a return to “normal” after a spike in mergers & acquisitions last year, the third quarter of 2022 was the second-busiest quarter for M&A activity ever.
