Aon and Willis Towers Watson to merge
Source: Asia Insurance Review | Apr 2020
Aon and Willis Towers Watson have announced a definitive agreement to merge in an all-stock transaction with an implied combined equity value of approximately $80bn. The transaction is subject to shareholder and regulatory approval but is expected to close in the first half of next year.
The combined company, to be named Aon, will be a technology-enabled global professional services firm focused on the areas of risk, retirement and health.
Aon will maintain operating headquarters in London and Mr John Haley will take on the role of executive chairman with the combined firm being led by Aon CEO Greg Case and Aon CFO Christa Davies. A