Aon to acquire USI in USD 17 billion deal as insurance consolidation intensifies
The acquisition strengthens Aon’s grip on America’s middle market while giving private-equity owner KKR a lucrative exit from the insurance broker American management consulting giant…
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View AllAon to acquire USI in USD 17 billion deal as insurance consolidation intensifies
The acquisition strengthens Aon’s grip on America’s middle market while giving private-equity owner KKR a lucrative exit from the insurance broker American management consulting giant…



















