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Aon to Sell Most of NFP Wealth Unit to Madison Dearborn for $2.7 Billion

The sale releases roughly $2.2 billion in after-tax cash for reinvestment in Aon’s core risk-human capital businesses.

Overview

  • The transaction covers Wealthspire Advisors, Fiducient Advisors, Newport Private Wealth and related platforms.
  • Aon expects about $2.2 billion in after-tax cash proceeds, which management frames as strengthening the capital position for higher-return growth investments.
  • The divested units generated roughly $127 million in EBITDA over the 12 months ended June 30, 2025.
  • Closing is targeted for late fourth quarter 2025, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions, and management does not expect a material impact on full-year 2025 results.
  • The assets will return to Chicago-based private-equity firm Madison Dearborn Partners, which previously owned NFP before Aon’s 2024 acquisition.