ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. today announced the acquisition of New Zealand-based RMA General Limited (RMA) and its associated insurance broking businesses. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. RMA provides commercial and personal insurance products as well as tailored life and health solutions to clients throughout New Zealand. Josh Adams and his team will operate under the direction of Carl O'Shea, head of Gallagher's New Zealand retail brokerage o ...

Core Insights - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired Dyste Williams, a retail insurance agency based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, although the terms of the transaction were not disclosed [1] - Dyste Williams offers a comprehensive range of commercial lines, employee benefits, and personal lines services to clients in the Upper Midwest [2] - The acquisition aims to enhance Gallagher's small business capabilities, with Dyste Williams' team continuing to operate under Gallagher Agency Alliance [3] Company Overview - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting services firm headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, providing services in approximately 130 countries [4] - The Gallagher Agency Alliance focuses on merging and acquiring agencies that specialize in small business property/casualty insurance and employee benefits [3]

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.’s (AJG) shares have rallied 33.7% in the past year, outperforming the industry's growth of 28.7%. The Finance sector and the Zacks S&P 500 index have returned 21.6% and 18.5% in the said time frame, respectively. With a market capitalization of $83.62 billion, the average volume of shares traded in the last three months was 2.15 million. Currently priced at $328.33, the stock is slightly below its 52-week high of $333.03.AJG Outperforms Industry, Sector, S&PImage Source: Zacks Inve ...

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. today announced the acquisition of São Paulo, Brazil-based Case Group. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.Case Group is an employee and health benefits brokerage and consulting firm serving clients throughout Brazil. The Case Group team, led by Rafael Motta, will remain in their current location under the direction of Luiz Araripe, Country Manager of Gallagher's operations in Brazil."Case Group's market expertise in empl ...

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As companies navigate an increasingly turbulent external environment, communications and HR leaders have identified 'change fatigue' as one of the top five barriers to success, according to Gallagher's 2025 Employee Communications Report. The report, which drew insights from more than 2,000 communication and HR leaders across 55 countries, found that 44% of HR leaders view change fatigue as a key battleground for success in 2025.This is the first time tha ...

The Finance group has plenty of great stocks, but investors should always be looking for companies that are outperforming their peers. Has Arthur J. Gallagher (AJG) been one of those stocks this year? Let's take a closer look at the stock's year-to-date performance to find out.Arthur J. Gallagher is a member of the Finance sector. This group includes 870 individual stocks and currently holds a Zacks Sector Rank of #1. The Zacks Sector Rank gauges the strength of our 16 individual sector groups by measuring ...

Employee Statistics - As of December 31, 2024, the company had approximately 56,000 employees, with 43% in the U.S. and 57% outside the U.S.[50] - Approximately 58% of employees were women, including 48% of managers and 40% of producers, as of December 31, 2024[54]. - The Gallagher North American Sales Internship Program employed approximately 500 interns in the summer of 2024, contributing to talent development[51]. Financial Performance - Total compensation expense for the brokerage segment was $5,501.4 million, representing 55% of brokerage segment revenues, while for the risk management segment it was $882.4 million, representing 61% of risk management segment revenues[50]. - The company had $13,073.0 million of borrowings outstanding under various senior notes, with an estimated fair value of $12,072.7 million as of December 31, 2024[55]. - A hypothetical one-percentage point increase in interest rates would result in an estimated fair value of $11,169.7 million for the company's borrowings, which is $1,903.3 million less than their current carrying value[356]. - Foreign currency exchange rate risk could lead to an increase in earnings before income taxes by approximately $64.8 million with a hypothetical adverse change of 10% in the average foreign currency exchange rate for 2024[358]. Risk Management - The company has not entered into derivatives for trading or speculative purposes but has used financial instruments to hedge foreign currency exchange rate risk in India, Norway, and the U.K.[359]. - The company is subject to various regulations, including those related to climate change and sustainability, which may require significant compliance efforts[59]. Work Environment - The company promotes hybrid work arrangements to provide employees with flexibility and work-life balance, reflecting the changing work landscape[52].

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Core Insights - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired Dominick Falcone Agency, Inc. and Falcone Associates, Inc. based in Syracuse, New York, although the terms of the transaction were not disclosed [1] Company Overview - Dominick Falcone Agency specializes in property/casualty insurance products for commercial and personal clients primarily in central New York, while its affiliate, Falcone Associates, provides employee benefits services [2] - The team from Dominick Falcone Agency, including Michael Lavalle, David MacLachlan, Renee Guariglia, and Chris Marshall, will continue to operate from their current location under the leadership of Brendan Gallagher and Scott Sherman [2] Strategic Implications - The acquisition is expected to enhance Gallagher's retail brokerage capabilities in central New York, as stated by J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr., Chairman and CEO [3] - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. operates globally, providing insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting services in approximately 130 countries [3]

Core Viewpoint - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired W K Webster & Co Ltd, enhancing its claims and risk management solutions through this strategic acquisition [1][3]. Company Overview - Gallagher Bassett, a subsidiary of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., specializes in claims and risk management solutions [1]. - W K Webster specializes in marine and transit claims management, providing services globally to insurers and self-insured corporations [2]. - W K Webster is headquartered in London and has offices in Singapore, the United States, and the Netherlands [2]. Leadership and Integration - The W K Webster team, led by Anthony Smith, will integrate into Gallagher Bassett under the leadership of Manan Sagar, who oversees operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia [2]. - J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, highlighting W K Webster's market expertise in marine and transit claims services [3]. Company Profile - Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is a global insurance brokerage, risk management, and consulting services firm, operating in approximately 130 countries [3].