Brighthouse Financial re-engages in acquisition negotiations with Sixth Street after talks with Aquarian Holdings falter, highlighting trends in insurance industry ownership shifts and private equity deals.

Arthur J. Gallagher acquires Bremer Insurance Agencies, expanding its property and casualty insurance brokerage footprint in St. Paul, Minnesota. Transaction details remain undisclosed.

Legacy Risk Solutions merges with PointeNorth Insurance Group, expanding specialty insurance options in hospitality, trucking, real estate, and transportation across 40 offices with 600+ employees.

Brookfield Business Partners acquires Just Group to enhance its UK pension risk transfer capabilities, leveraging investment expertise and expanding annuity offerings amid growing retirement market demand.

Kestrel Group and Maiden Holdings finalize merger, creating a Nasdaq-listed specialty insurance group focused on strategic underwriting and shareholder value.