All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

UnitedHealth 2025 profit falls after Medicare funding cuts

In Q4, net earnings attributable to shareholders dropped to $10m, compared to $5.5bn in the corresponding period of 2024.

Willis returns to general aviation insurance market after 30 years

The company’s renewed presence in this segment follows the integration of the Crispin Speers team.

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz and Kirkland & Ellis top North American M&A legal adviser rankings for 2025

Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz topped the chart in terms of deal value, advising on transactions worth $669.6bn.

Tokio Marine takes minority stake in insurtech company Igloo

The Japanese insurer now has a 1.65% interest in Igloo, purchasing 493,984 shares at $10.12 (Y1,566) each.

MSIG USA names Ron Morrison as chief claims officer 

Morrison will coordinate with teams responsible for underwriting, legal matters and distribution.  

Aegon attracts bidders for $2.7bn UK insurance business

Since late last year, the Netherlands-based insurer has been reviewing options for its UK insurance and workplace business.

Beazley turns down Zurich’s $10.2bn buyout bid, citing undervaluation 

According to Beazley, the improved offer still falls short of a previous bid made by Zurich in June last year, which was also turned down. 

Latham & Watkins and Kirkland & Ellis lead 2025 global M&A legal rankings

As per GlobalData’s Financial Deals Database, Latham & Watkins led by value with advisory on deals valued at $740.4bn.

Travelers logs 20% growth in Q4 profit 

The company attributed the growth to underwriting gains, reduced catastrophe losses and “favourable” prior-year reserve development. 

Zurich plans Lloyd’s syndicate as backstop for Beazley deal

The company is finalising plans for a new syndicate, which would help it use private capital to underwrite risks at Lloyd’s.