Industry M&A

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Shin Kong shareholders approve merger with Taishin Financial Holding

October 9 2024

If approved by regulators, the merger would create Taiwan's fourth-largest financial conglomerate.

Korean insurers offshore profits up 135% in 2024 - report

October 9 2024

Expansion into global markets supports growth for South Korean life and non-life firms.

Optio announces acquisition of film and events MGA Circles

October 4 2024

Acquisition of Luxembourg-based specialty MGA marks Optio Group's largest European acquisition to date, with Circles' presence in Asia spanning markets including Hong Kong and Singapore.

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Ardonagh’s acquisition of PSC Insurance Group receives final stamp of approval

October 3 2024

The Ardonagh Group's acquisition of PSC Insurance Group Limited is now legally effective, following Federal Court of Australia approval.

Ardonagh’s AU$2.3bn acquisition of PSC receives overwhelming shareholder approval

September 26 2024

Ardonagh Group says it expects the merger to help it attain a stronger global position in retail specialty, and wholesale broking markets.

CCR Re to rebrand as Arundo Re in 2025

September 20 2024

French reinsurer will rebrand as of 16 January 2025 following majority stake acquisition by SMABTP and MACSF in July 2023.

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Ardonagh Group secures all regulatory approvals for PSC acquisition

September 19 2024

Ardonagh's expansion in APAC advances with PSC deal now waiting on final approvals, including shareholder vote in late September.

Taiwan's FSC rejects CTBC's hostile takeover bid for Shin Kong Financial

September 17 2024

The move paves the way for a potential merger between Shin Kong Financial and Taishin Financial.

Howden announces acquisition of Australia's Collegial Insurance Services

September 16 2024

The acquisition of the Sydney-based broker aligns with Howden's efforts to strengthen its presence in the Australasian market.

Taishin ups the ante with 25% higher bid in race to acquire Shin Kong Financial

September 12 2024

Taishin Financial challenges rival CTBC with new US$7bn all-shares deal.

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