Brookfield Reinsurance has announced that it has completed its acquisition of American National in an all-cash transaction, valued at approximately $5.1 billion.
Under the terms of the transaction, which was originally announced in August 2021, Brookfield Reinsurance acquired all issued and outstanding shares of American National Group, Inc, at a price of $190 per share.
Brookfield’s reinsurance business, which was launched in 2020, operates as a paired entity to Brookfield, providing shareholders with the opportunity to be flexible with their interest in the firm.
Following the transaction, Brookfield Reinsurance plans to build on American National’s strong track record of stable growth and disciplined underwriting.
The transaction also demonstrates Brookfield Reinsurance’s leading capacity to deliver capital and investment solutions for U.S.-based insurers.
In a press release, it states that American National will maintain its headquarters in Galveston, TX, its presence in League City, TX, as well as its operating hubs in Springfield, MO and Albany, NY.
“We look forward to building on American National’s strong franchise and delivering value for the benefit of all stakeholders, including employees and distribution partners”, said Sachin Shah, Chief Executive Officer of Brookfield Reinsurance.
“Brookfield Reinsurance will use its industry leading expertise and resources to enhance American National’s capital strength and support its ongoing commitment to policyholder and customer service.”
Jim Pozzi, President and Chief Executive Officer of American National, added: “Since our announcement last August, we have directly observed Brookfield Reinsurance’s commitment to maintaining well-capitalized insurance companies and its emphatic commitment to policyholder protection and customer service.
“We are extremely grateful to our employees and distribution partners for their unwavering support and dedication, and look forward to working with them as American National identifies opportunities for organic and strategic growth.”
