ClearView: the Australian acquisition to watch

On February 24, 2026, Zurich Financial Services Australia Limited announced it has agreed to acquire ClearView Wealth Limited via a scheme of arrangement. ClearView shareholders will receive AUD 0.60 per share in cash, for aggregate consideration of AUD 386 million (approximately US$267 million), plus an additional dividend of AUD 0.05 per share, subject to the acquisition proceeding. The acquisition is expected to close in Q3 2026, subject to customary conditions.