Hartford Insurance Group has agreed to acquire Equitable's Employee Benefits business, expanding its presence in the employee benefits market and adding new technology capabilities. The deal brings unified portals and real-time API integrations that align with Hartford's push into data and cloud-based tools, particularly for small and midsize employers. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals. Investors will watch how the acquisition's funding and integration costs fit alongside Hartford's existing share repurchase program, which runs through 2028.
Hartford Financial Services GroupHartford expands employee benefits business and adds technology capabilities through acquisition.
Axa Equitable Holdings IncHartford acquires Equitable's Employee Benefits business, a divestiture for Axa Equitable.
