Prudential Financial has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its life insurance venture in Taiwan to Taishin Financial.

In accordance with the agreement, Prudential Financial will sell its 100% stake in Prudential Life Insurance Company for TWD5.5bn ($187m).

Prudential said that this transaction is in line with its strategic focus on Japan and higher-growth emerging markets globally.

Founded in 1989, Prudential of Taiwan provides individual whole life and other protection products to middle market and affluent consumers. It has previously collaborated with Taishin on bancassurance initiatives.

Taishin, which forays into insurance space through this deal, will retain all the employees of Prudential Life Insurance after the closing of the transaction.

The acquisition enables the company to combine its financial business in the areas of banking, securities and insurance, and provide clients with more diverse offerings.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

Meanwhile, Prudential Financial’s asset management business PGIM will continue to be active in the asset management industry in Taiwan through PGIM SITE.

Last year, the company agreed to purchase Seattle-based online insurance start-up Assurance IQ in a transaction valued for $2.35bn.