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Saturday, November 7, 2026

Industry M&A

RAC logo mounted on a building exterior beneath a blue sky and beside trees.
IAG-RAC tribunal hearing set for March 2027, pending ACCC public benefit ruling
October 12 2026
The law freezes the review until the ACCC decides IAG’s application, with a ruling expected by early February.
Fitch upgrades Beazley’s rating, cites strategic importance to Zurich
Fitch upgrades Beazley Insurance to 'AA' following completion of acquisition by Zurich  
October 9 2026
The upgrade reflects Beazley’s strategic importance to Zurich, with the combined specialty platform expected to generate around US$15bn in business volumes.
Sydney skyline with IAG and Rabobank office towers, surrounded by branded flags and streetlamps.
IAG, RAC challenge ACCC’s A$1.35bn deal block at tribunal
October 8 2026
The companies argue the regulator failed to assess the acquisition as part of their broader strategic alliance, including distribution and brand licensing arrangements.
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OK Financial signs Yebyeol deal as KDIC moves to close MG Non-Life saga
October 7 2026
The deal, which still needs regulatory approval, would give the savings bank and consumer finance group its first insurance business.
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Meritz Fire & Marine prepares to sell Indonesian non-life insurance unit — report 
October 7 2026
Capital reallocation is understood to be behind the planned exit from Meritz Korindo, the group's only overseas subsidiary.
Gallagher acquires New Zealand broker Albany Insurance
Gallagher acquires New Zealand broker Albany Insurance
October 5 2026
The acquisition extends Gallagher's retail broking footprint in New Zealand and follows a similar deal in Australia earlier this year.
KDIC nears agreement with OK Financial for YeByeol Insurance sale — report
KDIC nears agreement with OK Financial for YeByeol Insurance sale — report
October 2 2026
Regulatory reviews are expected to extend the takeover timeline into 2027, even as contract negotiations enter their final stages.
Hanwha Life acquires stake in Acuon Capital for USD 323m
Hanwha Life acquires stake in Acuon Capital for US$323m 
October 2 2026
The acquisition will mark the life insurer's entry into the specialised credit finance sector, as it seeks to diversify its business portfolio.
Asahi Life eyes Vietnam expansion with 1,000-strong sales staff
Asahi Life eyes 1,000-strong sales team in Vietnam, new health products as MVI Life takeover nears
October 2 2026
The insurer is also planning to fund further domestic and overseas growth, including acquisitions, through FY2030.
Zurich completes US$10.9bn acquisition of Beazley
Zurich completes US$10.9bn acquisition of Beazley
October 1 2026
Nine Beazley directors have exited and five new board members appointed as Zurich completes its acquisition of the specialty insurer.
Suncorp denies takeover talks
Suncorp denies Tokio Marine takeover speculation
October 1 2026
Market rumours surrounding a potential approach from Tokio Marine sent Suncorp shares up more than 5%, prompting an ASX price query.
Marsh completes ENEOS Insurance Service acquisition, appoints Hiroyuki Hata as president
Marsh completes ENEOS Insurance Service acquisition, appoints Hiroyuki Hata as president
October 1 2026
Formerly of Tokio Marine, Hata leads the renamed EMIS Insurance Services, which offers personal lines cover to group employees and affiliated companies and risk consulting to corporate clients.
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