Industry M&A

Australia's AUB Group to buy majority stake in UK broker Prestige for A$432m

January 27 2026

The transaction, subject to regulatory approval, marks AUB’s formal entry into the UK’s managing general agent sector.

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Prudential to lift stake in Malaysia life unit to 70% in US$375m deal

January 22 2026

The deal, which already has regulatory approval, will raise Prudential’s stake by 19%.

Beazley board unanimously rejects Zurich bid, says offer 'materially undervalues' company

January 22 2026

Lloyd's carrier says that latest offer was lower than a previous June 2025 proposal made by Zurich.

Zurich plots Lloyd's route even if Beazley bid fails — Report

January 21 2026

Amid its public bid for Beazley, Mario Greco told the FT that Zurich could launch a Lloyd’s syndicate as early as April.

Beazley urges caution after Zurich raises takeover approach

Beazley confirms Zurich takeover approach

January 20 2026

Beazley confirmed it had received an offer from Zurich, but urged shareholders to "take no action" while the board considered next steps.

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EDME Insurance Brokers aims to double its business, expand overseas in next 4 years

January 20 2026

Following its acquisition of UIB, broker plans to set up offices in both Singapore and Dubai, then later in London, according to its chief executive officer.

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Zurich bids for Beazley in deal valuing specialty insurer at £7.7bn

January 19 2026

Zurich says it made an approach earlier this month that Beazley rejected, and has returned with an improved bid to "facilitate prompt engagement."

Woori takeover looms over Tong Yang Life's profile as protection claims volatility rises — Fitch

January 19 2026

The ratings agency said it will revisit the life insurer's credit profile once the effects of its new majority owner become clearer, amid softer earnings but solid capital strength.