News

Beazley rejects Zurich’s takeover proposal as it ‘materially undervalues’ insurer

By 2026-01-22T08:47:00

No drive

Beazley also revealed that Zurich’s interest in a takeover began last year and that a bid in June 2025 was higher than the one put forward in January 2026

Beazley has rejected Zurich’s latest takeover proposal, stating that the bid “materially undervalues Beazley and its longer-term prospects as an independent company”.

Read more…

Explore more M&A-related content here, or discover other news stories here

You need to register to continue reading the rest of this article and more for free.
(If you’re already registered, please sign in here.)

REGISTER NOW FOR FREE

We’re glad you’ve chosen Insurance Times as your source for industry news and hope you’ve been enjoying reading articles from our award-winning team of journalists.

Gain access to more of our exclusive, breaking stories, interviews and news analysis as it happens. Registering is quick, easy, free, and will also have the additional benefits:

  • Uncover Secrets: Dive deep with exclusive annual reports, fueled by expert insights.
  • News That Matters: Award-winning coverage & analysis, delivered to your inbox.
  • Stay Ahead, Your Way: Daily or weekly - choose your news rhythm.
  • Own Your Learning: Curate your knowledge with a personalized library.

Register for FREE now and Keep Reading

Stay on top of the insurance game with our subscription! Get unlimited access to over 80,000 articles, in-depth analysis, exclusive reports by industry experts, and our Five-Star rating system to compare companies and find the best fit for your business needs - view subscription options.