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Zurich completes Beazley takeover for GBP 8.1 billion

PRIVATEOct 01, 2026

Acquiring Company

Zurich Resilience Solutions

Acquired Company

Beazley

ZurichLondonInsuranceEmployee BenefitsInsurance

Description

Zurich has successfully completed its cash takeover of Beazley plc, which resulted in Beazley stock exiting public trading. Shareholders will receive GBp 1,310 per share, and the total acquisition is valued at GBP 8.1 billion. Following this acquisition, significant changes in Beazley's board and stock market listings are taking place, marking the end of its public market chapter.

Company Information

Company

Zurich Resilience Solutions

Location

2 Mythenquai

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

About

Zurich North America is one of the largest providers of insurance solutions and services to businesses and individuals. Our customers represent industries ranging from agriculture to technology. Zurich North America is part of Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich), a leading multi-line insurer serving people and businesses in more than 200 countries and territories. Founded 150 years ago, Zurich is transforming insurance. In addition to providing insurance protection, Zurich is increasingly offering prevention services such as those that promote wellbeing and enhance climate resilience. Reflecting its purpose to "create a brighter future together," Zurich aspires to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. It is targeting net-zero emissions by 2050 and has the highest-possible ESG rating from MSCI. In 2020, Zurich launched the Zurich Forest project to support reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil. The Group has about 60,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN), is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX. Further information is available at http://www.zurich.com/ and http://www.zurichna.com/. In the United States, Zurich Resilience Solutions' services are provided by The Zurich Services Corporation and SpearTip, LLC. For more information about the products and services Zurich Resilience Solutions offers in the United States, go to www.zurichna.com/risk. Visit us on social media: LinkedIn and Twitter SOURCE Zurich North America

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Beazley?

Beazley was acquired by Zurich Resilience Solutions, based in Zurich. The deal was reported on October 1, 2026. Zurich North America is one of the largest providers of insurance solutions and services to businesses and individuals. Our customers represent industries ranging from agriculture to technology. Zurich Resilience Solutions is privately held and operates in Insurance.

When did Zurich Resilience Solutions acquire Beazley?

Zurich Resilience Solutions's acquisition of Beazley was reported on October 1, 2026. Zurich has successfully completed its cash takeover of Beazley plc, which resulted in Beazley stock exiting public trading. Shareholders will receive GBp 1,310 per share, and the total acquisition is valued at GBP 8.1 billion. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Beazley do?

Insurance Insider is part of the Delinian Group, Delinian Limited, 4 Bouverie Street, London, EC4Y 8AX, Registered in England & Wales, Company number 00954730Copyright © Delinian Limited and its affiliated companies 2023 It is privately held, operating in Employee Benefits, and is based in London.

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