Synthetic W&I Insurance: Broadening Warranty Protection in M&A
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 20, 2025
Warranty & indemnity ("W&I") insurance is playing an increasingly important role in M&A transactions.
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JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 20, 2025
Warranty & indemnity ("W&I") insurance is playing an increasingly important role in M&A transactions.
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 22, 2025
Wallace of the Superior Court for the State of Delaware granted plaintiffs motion for summary judgment in a directors and officers (D&O) insurance denial case against. On January 3, 2025, Judge Paul R. Harman Intl Indus. Illinois Natl Ins. 2025 WL 24364 (Del.
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JD Supra: Mergers
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Illinois National Insurance Company, No. A Delaware court recently found for the policyholders in determining that a directors and officers (D&O) liability policy covered the settlement of an underlying action alleging violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the Exchange Act). Indeed, in Harman International Industries, Inc.
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 18, 2025
At the start of the year, we surveyed M&A lawyers to gather their perspectives on the market dynamics, the year ahead, and the impact of representations and warranties insurance (RWI) on deals.
The Guardian: Mergers & Acquisitions
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The two companies – the UK’s biggest insurer, Aviva, and the Churchill owner, Direct Line, known for motor cover and its red phone on wheels mascot – are facing off in a takeover tussle that has sent the Direct Line share price soaring , amid speculation that Aviva could raise its offer or launch a hostile bid, or face a counterbid.
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 2, 2025
The United States District Court for the Southern District of California, applying California law, has held that an exception within an insured vs. insured (I v. By: Wiley Rein LLP
JD Supra: Mergers
JULY 29, 2025
The US representations and warranties insurance (RWI) market has long been a fixture in M&A transactions, particularly in the mid- and large-cap space. But as dealmakers increasingly look to scale through smaller acquisitions—especially in private equity—traditional RWI has struggled to keep pace.
JD Supra: Mergers
JUNE 26, 2025
In 2015, the insured entered into a merger agreement. As part of the merger, the insured’s shareholders received the right to 2.649 shares of the. By: Wiley Rein LLP
JD Supra: Mergers
JANUARY 22, 2025
On January 20, Travis Hill became the Acting Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
MergersCorp M&A International
JUNE 5, 2025
Warranty and indemnity (W&I) insurance providers are also becoming more cautious, often including specific exclusions for tariff-related risks. Price Adjustment Mechanisms: To account for tariff volatility, M&A agreements increasingly incorporate flexible pricing mechanisms such as earn-outs or contingent payments.
Sun Acquisitions
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Consider cyber insurance as an added layer of protection. Actionable Insight: Implement stringent cybersecurity protocols and perform comprehensive assessments to ensure both entities adhere to high-security standards. Data Analytics Integrating advanced data analytics tools has transformed how companies approach M&A.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
CNBC: Investing
JULY 14, 2025
Options trader Michael Khouw breaks down this bearish options bet ahead of this company's quarterly report.
The TRADE
JUNE 27, 2025
In a survey of 920 asset managers, asset owners, wealth managers, and insurers across North America, Europe, the UK, APAC, the Middle East, and Latin America, State Street found that nearly one-third (32%) of respondents are prioritising the use of back-office data to generate competitor intelligence and market insights.
Focus Investment Banking
MARCH 10, 2025
Clearly break out expenses (insurance broken out by auto, health; salaries broken out by owner, employee; and so on.) Clean Up the Financials Five years of clear, consistent books build trustno formal audit needed, just detail. Have a conversation with your bookkeeper about the below and hold them accountable.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Street of Walls
AUGUST 27, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), declined (improved) by 2.2% After widening (deteriorating) by 26 bps in 2Q12, the index has tightened (improved) by 11 bps in 3Q12 QTD.
Sidley Shareholder Litigation
JULY 8, 2025
National Union Fire Insurance Co. affirmed the denial of D&O liability insurance coverage to Towers Watson in connection with its 2015 merger with Willis Group. On May 28, 2025, the Fourth Circuit in Towers Watson & Co.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
Street of Walls
OCTOBER 1, 2012
The Markit iTraxx 5-year SovX Western Europe Index, which tracks Western European sovereign debt CDS (cost of insuring against default), rose (deteriorated) by 12% in the week, but has declined (improved) in fifteen of the prior seventeen weeks. While the index rose (deteriorated) by 5% in 2Q12, the index declined (improved) 48% in 3Q12.
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