Prudential plc to Acquire 75% Stake in Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited for ₹3,500 Crore

Key facts

• UK-based insurer Prudential plc will acquire a 75 percent stake in Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited for an initial value of ₹3,500 crore (approximately USD 389 million).
• The transaction involves Prudential plc acquiring the controlling stake from Bharti Life Ventures Pvt Ltd and funds managed by 360 ONE Asset Management.
• This strategic investment provides Prudential plc with majority ownership and operational control of the life insurance business in the Indian market.
• Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited operates through various channels including proprietary sales, direct distribution, bancassurance partnerships, brokers, corporate agents, and group business operations.
• The deal may lead to future strategic distribution partnerships with Bharti Airtel and 360 ONE Asset Management to expand market reach and customer access.