M&A insurances gaining traction in Asia as cross-border appetite grows

Singapore

MERGERS and acquisitions (M&A) insurances are gaining traction in Asia, from being mainly used by private equity buyouts, to all types of deals to mitigate potential risks and liabilities in a transaction, often playing a crucial role when negotiations hit an impasse.

Aris Wong, managing director of insurance adviser BMS Group Asia, told The Business Times that there is a growing appetite for warranties and indemnities (W&I) as more people understand the benefits and the certainty that the insurance offers.