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NEW YORK - Admiral Group (LON:ADML) plc, a FTSE 100 financial services company, has agreed to sell its U.S. motor insurance operations, including Elephant Insurance Company and Elephant Insurance Services, to private investment firm J.C. Flowers & Co. The cash transaction, which is yet to be disclosed and is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to conclude in the fourth quarter of 2025.
The sale of Elephant Insurance, which is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, represents approximately the net asset value of the business. Elephant Insurance is known for offering straightforward and budget-friendly car insurance to U.S. customers, with user-friendly tools designed to help clients select suitable protection.
Costantino Moretti, Head of International Insurance at Admiral Group, stated that the sale to J.C. Flowers is a strategic move to ensure Elephant’s continued prosperity. He emphasized that the transaction aligns with Admiral Group’s objective to concentrate on long-term sustainable growth in the UK and Mainland Europe.
Eric Rahe, Managing Director and Co-President of J.C. Flowers, expressed enthusiasm for the acquisition, highlighting the firm’s extensive history in the insurance industry and its plans to nurture Elephant Insurance’s growth as an independent entity.
Elephant Insurance CEO Alberto Schiavon also welcomed the partnership, noting the potential benefits of J.C. Flowers’ expertise for the company’s growth strategy and customer value while preserving its distinctive culture.
Admiral Group’s corporate broker, BofA Securities, is serving as the exclusive financial advisor, with Sidley Austin LLP as the legal advisor for this transaction. On the other side, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, A Stifel Company, and Debevoise & Plimpton LLP are acting as financial and legal advisors to J.C. Flowers, respectively.
This announcement is based on a press release statement. Admiral Group and J.C. Flowers have yet to disclose the financial terms of the deal, which will be subject to customary adjustments and related expenses. The finalization of the sale will depend on the approval of regulatory bodies.
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