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The shares will be purchased via the open market or private third-party transactions. -
Owners Apax and Carlyle face critical decisions about the broker consolidator’s future strategy.
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Sources said Insurance Advisory Partners is advising the fac MGA on the strategic process.
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The broker appointed Hines Associates for a strategic review in December.
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Ahead of the deal, Ergo owned a 29% stake in Next, which generated top line of $548mn last year.
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Evercore has reached out to a combination of strategics and private equity houses.
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The UK retail distribution firm is run by former Stackhouse Poland CEO Tim Johnson.
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Brokers and service providers dominated transaction activity.
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A rebound is expected this year, however, led by strong US activity.
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The company said it now expects the transaction to close in H2 2025.
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Andrew Johnson, Edwina Charlton and Rupert Newman join from Paragon.
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The California broker’s pro forma revenue for full year 2024 was $268mn.
