Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO) has acquired the assets of The Protectorate Group Insurance Agency, Inc., operating as American Adventure Insurance. The acquisition expands Brown & Brown Dealer Services' capabilities in providing insurance solutions for dealerships across vehicle types including motor homes, boats, and motorcycles. Paul Bender, the owner of American Adventure with 30+ years of experience, will lead the integration with his team of over 1,500 dealership partners.

Brown & Brown, Inc. reported Q4 2025 total revenues of $1.6 billion (up 35.7% YoY) driven by the Accession acquisition, though organic revenue declined 2.8%. Full year 2025 revenues reached $5.9 billion (up 22.8%), with adjusted diluted EPS of $4.26 (up 10.9%). The company achieved strong adjusted margin expansion to 35.9% and completed significant financing for the Accession acquisition.

Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.165 per share, payable on February 11, 2026, to shareholders of record on February 4, 2026. The insurance brokerage firm, operating 700+ locations with over 23,000 professionals, continues its dividend distribution to shareholders.

The global insurance brokerage market is projected to grow from USD 328.47 billion in 2025 to USD 562.48 billion by 2031, expanding at a 9.38% CAGR. Growth is driven by rising demand for cyber insurance, life insurance in emerging markets, digital adoption, and regulatory compliance needs. North America remains dominant while Asia-Pacific emerges as the fastest-growing region.

Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) announced that its subsidiary Bridge Specialty Group has acquired the assets of Shoemaker & Besser Associates, Inc., a Pennsylvania-based managing general agent and wholesale insurance brokerage established in 1959. The acquisition will enhance Bridge Specialty Group's contract binding and light brokerage offerings while allowing Shoemaker & Besser to maintain operations in York, Pennsylvania with expanded market access.

Brown & Brown, Inc. has acquired the assets of J. Kevin Campbell Agency, a workers' compensation insurance solutions provider founded in 1991. The acquisition brings Kevin Campbell and Kian Ostovar's expertise to Brown & Brown's Tampa and Ocala offices.

Wright National Flood Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Brown & Brown Inc., has completed its acquisition of Poulton Associates, LLC, expanding its insurance operations within the Arrowhead Programs division.

Fenimore Asset Management completely sold its entire 243,780 shares of Waters Corporation, valued at $85.09 million, representing a full exit from the position during Q3 2025. The sale reflects a strategic portfolio shift amid challenging market conditions for laboratory instrumentation stocks.

Brown & Brown reported Q3 2025 total revenues of $1.6 billion, a 35.4% increase, with organic revenue growth of 3.5%. The company welcomed over 5,000 new teammates and continues to expand its global capabilities.

Wright Flood, a subsidiary of Brown & Brown, has agreed to acquire Poulton Associates LLC, a top private flood insurance provider. The strategic acquisition will make Wright Flood the largest flood insurance provider in the United States, with the transaction expected to close in November 2025.

Brown & Brown announced a 10% increase in quarterly cash dividend to $0.165 per share and authorized a $1.5 billion share buyback program, demonstrating financial strength and commitment to shareholder value.

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