Brookfield Reinsurance to acquire American Equity Investment Life Holding Company to strengthen presence in U.S. annuity markets
Mar 13, 2024•almost 2 years ago
Acquiring Company
Brookfield Reinsurance
Acquired Company
American Equity
Description
Brookfield Reinsurance, a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance services, is set to acquire American Equity Investment Life Holding Company. The acquisition aims to strengthen Brookfield Reinsurance's position in the U.S. annuity markets and enhance its impact in the Des Moines community, benefiting AEL’s policyholders and employees.
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