Arthur J. Gallagher & Co Stock Price, News & Analysis

On July 5, 2022, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. announced the acquisition of Surety Associates of Southern California Insurance Services (SASC), based in La Mesa, California. Founded in 2010, SASC specializes in surety bonds for clients in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Cyndi Beilman and her team will continue their operations, reporting to Scott Firestone, who oversees Gallagher's Southwest region. This acquisition aims to strengthen Gallagher's surety presence in the Southwest, enhancing its service offerings in the region.

Arthur J. Gallagher announced the acquisition of Erimus Group Limited, an established retail insurance broker located in Tees-side, England. The transaction strengthens Gallagher's position in the North East of England and is expected to expand their regional presence. Erimus, founded in 1986, serves a range of commercial clients with products like cyber and employers liability insurance. The deal aligns with Gallagher's UK Retail division and will see Erimus's leadership reporting to regional management. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. announced the acquisition of INNOVU Group Holding Company Limited, a retail insurance broker based in Wexford, Ireland. Founded in 2018 by Ronan Foley, INNOVU offers various commercial and personal insurance products and financial services from seven locations in Ireland. This acquisition marks Gallagher's first presence in Ireland, aiming to expand its footprint in this growing economic region. Ronan Foley and team will remain in their current operations, under the leadership of Michael Rea, Gallagher's UK and Ireland retail operations head.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE: AJG) will hold its quarterly management meeting on June 15, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. CT via conference call. The meeting will feature key insights from the company's operating and financial leaders regarding its business operations and financial outlook, along with a Q&A session for investors. The event can be accessed live on Gallagher's website, with a replay available until June 22, 2022. Relevant materials will be shared before the meeting on June 15 at 7:30 a.m. CT.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has announced the acquisition of Lighthouse Insurance Group, LLC (LIG), based in Independence, Ohio. Founded in 2009, LIG specializes in health insurance products and Medicare plans for individuals not eligible for corporate plans. This acquisition aims to enhance Gallagher's health and ancillary insurance offerings, particularly for pre- and post-retiree clients. Jason Farro, Anthony Naoum, and their team will continue operations under Gallagher's leadership, potentially driving growth in the employee benefits sector.

Gallagher has entered a multi-year partnership with Penske Entertainment and Team Penske, enhancing its brand presence in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The agreement includes entitlement sponsorship of the Gallagher Grand Prix on July 30, and primary sponsorship of the No. 3 Gallagher Dallara/Chevrolet driven by Scott McLaughlin at Detroit and Indianapolis. This collaboration aims to leverage motorsports for brand visibility while aligning with Penske's core values.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) reported strong first-quarter 2022 results with total revenues of $2.40 billion, representing an increase from $2.13 billion in Q1 2021. Net earnings rose 28% to $439.1 million, or $2.05 per share. Key highlights include 30% revenue growth from brokerage and risk management segments, and $380 million from acquisitions. Despite a minor revenue impact of up to $10 million from the Ukraine/Russia conflict, management remains optimistic about continued strong demand for services. Adjusted EBITDAC rose 34%, showcasing robust operational efficiency.