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DALLAS & DUBLIN - LevelBlue, a provider of managed security services, announced Wednesday it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Aon’s Cybersecurity and Intellectual Property Litigation consulting groups, including Stroz Friedberg and Elysium Digital. Financial terms were not disclosed, and the deal remains subject to customary closing conditions.
The acquisition will add approximately 300 technology professionals to LevelBlue’s operations, bringing expertise in cyber incident response and IP litigation consulting. According to the company, the combined entity aims to become the largest independent Managed Security Services Provider globally. Based on InvestingPro analysis, Aon is currently trading near its Fair Value, with a P/E ratio of 29.8x and maintains a "GOOD" financial health score. Get access to 6 more exclusive InvestingPro Tips and comprehensive financial analysis for Aon through the Pro Research Report.
"By combining LevelBlue’s cloud-based, AI-driven managed detection and response platform with Stroz Friedberg’s proactive cyber consulting and advanced digital forensic capabilities, we’re introducing the industry’s most comprehensive unified cybersecurity services platform," said Robert McCullen, Chairman and CEO of LevelBlue.
The transaction includes Stroz Friedberg, recognized in the 2024 Forrester Wave for Cybersecurity Incident Response Services, and Elysium Digital, which specializes in technology-related IP litigation matters. The acquired teams serve Fortune 500 enterprises and major law firms across the US and UK.
As part of the agreement, Aon (NYSE:AON) and LevelBlue will establish a strategic relationship to offer their respective services to clients. Aon will continue to provide cyber brokerage capabilities through its Cyber Solutions group, CyQu platform, and Cyber Risk Analyzer. The company has maintained its dividend payments for 46 consecutive years and has raised dividends for 13 straight years, demonstrating strong financial stability and shareholder commitment.
"Aon will continue to deliver leading cyber brokerage capabilities through our Cyber Solutions group, CyQu platform and Cyber Risk Analyzer to serve our clients growing cyber broking needs," said Christian Hoffman, Global Specialty & Financial Products Leader at Aon.
Santander is serving as financial advisor to LevelBlue, while Lazard is advising Aon on the transaction. This article is based on a press release statement from the companies.
In other recent news, Aon hosted its first Investor Day in nearly two decades, reaffirming its growth strategy and financial outlook. The company emphasized its "Aon United" business model, which aims for mid-single-digit or greater organic revenue growth and double-digit free cash flow growth. Aon’s management reiterated their 2025 financial guidance, focusing on strategic investments and operational efficiency. Following this event, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods raised their price target for Aon to $416 from $409, maintaining an Outperform rating. The analysts highlighted Aon’s client-focused approach and updated their earnings per share estimates for 2025 and 2026, reflecting anticipated revenue growth and margin expansion. Piper Sandler also maintained an Overweight rating for Aon, with a price target of $393, following the analyst day. Additionally, Aon reported that severe storms across Europe could lead to insured losses in the hundreds of millions of euros, impacting several countries including France and Germany. These developments collectively underscore Aon’s strategic focus and the challenges it faces in the global market.
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