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Investing.com -- Aspen Insurance Holdings Ltd. stock surged 17% following reports that Japan’s Sompo Holdings Inc. is in discussions to acquire the company, just three months after Aspen completed its initial public offering.
According to Insurance Insider, the two companies have engaged in detailed negotiations with a clear path toward finalizing a deal. The potential acquisition comes shortly after Aspen returned to public markets earlier this year.
The reported talks with Sompo represent a significant development for Aspen, which only recently completed its IPO after previously being taken private. Insurance industry consolidation has been accelerating as companies seek scale and diversification amid challenging market conditions.
Neither Aspen Insurance nor Sompo Holdings have officially confirmed the discussions at this time.
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