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Munich Re to acquire US cyber insurance provider At-Bay for $575 million

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Posted on August 19, 2026

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· Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Munich Re Acquires US Cyber Insurance Provider At-Bay for $575 Million

Munich Re's Strategic Acquisition of At-Bay

Deal Overview

Acquisition Details

BERLIN, Aug 19 (Reuters) - Munich Re will acquire the U.S.-based cyber insurance provider At-Bay at an enterprise value of $575 million, with the deal expected to close in the first quarter of next year, the German insurance group said Wednesday.

Timeline and Expectations

Projected Closing Date

(Writing by Miranda MurrayEditing by Ludwig Burger)

Key Takeaways

  • At‑Bay has achieved strong growth and innovation in cyber underwriting, including proactive risk monitoring and lower ransomware claims frequency, backed by significant venture funding, including from Munich Re Ventures. (at-bay.com)
  • The acquisition underscores Munich Re’s strategic expansion in the cyber insurance space as part of its Ambition 2030 strategy to deepen specialty insurance offerings. (munichre.com)
  • The purchase price of $575 million is significantly below At‑Bay’s $1.35 billion post‑money valuation in 2021, potentially reflecting market shifts or valuation recalibration in the cyberinsurance sector. (at-bay.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is acquiring At-Bay?
Munich Re is acquiring the US-based cyber insurance provider At-Bay.
What is the value of the Munich Re and At-Bay deal?
The enterprise value of the deal is $575 million.
When is the acquisition expected to close?
The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of next year.
Where was the deal announced?
The deal was announced in Berlin.

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