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Aquarian Capital to Acquire Brighthouse for $4.1 Billion

11/6/2025

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Aquarian Capital is acquiring Brighthouse Financial Inc. for $70 per share, about $4.1 billion in cash.
The deal represents a 37% premium to Brighthouse's recent stock price.
The transaction is expected to close in 2026.
Brighthouse Chief Executive Officer Eric Steigerwalt will continue to lead the company.
The transaction is subject to stockholder approval and regulatory clearances.

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Story summary

Aquarian Capital is acquiring Brighthouse Financial Inc. for $70 per share, about $4.1 billion in cash.
The deal represents a 37% premium to Brighthouse's recent stock price.
The transaction is expected to close in 2026.
Brighthouse Chief Executive Officer Eric Steigerwalt will continue to lead the company.
The transaction is subject to stockholder approval and regulatory clearances.