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M&A / Property

DEFINITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION COMPLETES PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED TRAVELERS TRANSACTION

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Executive Summary

  • Definity Financial Corporation completed the acquisition of The Travelers Companies’ Canadian personal insurance business and the majority of its commercial insurance business (excluding surety).
  • The transaction creates a larger, integrated property‑and‑casualty insurer positioned as a “Canadian champion.”
  • RBC Capital Markets acted as financial advisor; Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP served as legal counsel.

Key Details

  • Transaction Scope: Acquisition of Travelers’ Canadian personal insurance business and the majority of its commercial insurance business (surety excluded).
  • Seller: The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV).
  • Buyer: Definity Financial Corporation (TSX: DFY).
  • Completion Date: January 2 2026 (press release date).
  • Strategic Rationale: Expand Definity’s market share in personal and commercial lines, broaden product offerings, and strengthen its position as a leading Canadian P&C insurer.
  • Advisors: RBC Capital Markets – financial advisor; Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP – legal advisor.
  • Financial Impact (as disclosed): Not quantified in the release; however, Definity previously reported $4.7 billion in gross written premiums and $4.0 billion in equity attributable to common shareholders for the 12‑month period ended September 30 2025.

Notable Quotes

  • “Today marks a new era for Definity as we complete this milestone acquisition,” said Rowan Saunders, President & CEO of Definity.
  • “We extend a warm welcome to our new colleagues and remain deeply committed to delivering a positive experience for our customers and valued broker partners.”
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