China investment in U.S. insurance News

After Years of Waiting for OK, Genworth Ends Buyout by China’s Oceanwide

Genworth Financial Inc. has terminated a $2.7 billion buyout agreement with investment firm China Oceanwide Holdings Group Co., the U.S. insurer said on Tuesday. Originally proposed in October 2016, the merger was stalled for years over concerns about Chinese access …

SoftBank’s Maneuvers Reflect Expanded U.S. Scrutiny of Foreign Investors

SoftBank Group Corp. has agreed to give up board seats and access to sensitive information, take a more passive role in startups and make other concessions to get government clearance for its technology deals in the United States. These maneuvers …

Chinese Insurance Spree Continues as China Oceanwide Bids $2.7 Billion for Genworth

China Oceanwide Holdings Group Co. has agreed to purchase Genworth Financial Inc. in a $2.7 billion cash deal, joining a record buying spree by Chinese companies as they seek to boost growth overseas. Monday’s deal by Chinese billionaire Lu Zhiqiang’s …