An analysis of mergers and acquisitions claims payouts from Aon shows more than $300 million representations and warranties claims were paid in 2024, the highest recorded in a single year.
Aon plc on Tuesday released the latest edition of its Global Transaction Solutions Claims Study.
The study shows there has been a significant increase in claims activity around representations and warranties, with 2024 being the highest year on record for M&A insurance payouts.
Notable trends in the Aon study include:
The severity of claims is rising, with more “greater-than-dollar-for-dollar” claims. Multiplied damages claims are