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ARCH CAPITAL GROUP LTD. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Sep 22, 2016)

Filed September 22, 2016For Securities:ACGLACGLNACGLO

Summary

Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL) filed an 8-K on September 22, 2016, primarily to provide updated financial information related to its previously announced acquisition of United Guaranty Corporation and AIG United Guaranty (Asia) Limited. The filing includes historical audited and unaudited financial statements for United Guaranty, along with preliminary unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements that reflect the potential impact of the acquisition on ACGL's financials. Investors should note that the acquisition has not yet been completed, and there is no guarantee that the transaction will close as planned. The filing is crucial for those assessing the potential financial implications and synergies of this significant transaction for Arch Capital Group, offering a deeper look into the target company's performance and the projected combined entity's financial position.

Key Highlights

  • 1Arch Capital Group (ACGL) is providing updated financial exhibits related to its planned acquisition of United Guaranty Corporation and AIG United Guaranty (Asia) Limited.
  • 2The filing includes historical audited and unaudited financial statements for United Guaranty.
  • 3Preliminary unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements are included, showing the expected financial impact of the acquisition on ACGL.
  • 4The acquisition is still pending and its completion is not assured.
  • 5The filing incorporates financial data as of December 31, 2015, and June 30, 2016, and for periods ending on these dates.
  • 6Consent from PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP regarding the audit report on United Guaranty's financial statements is also provided.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to provide investors with updated financial information and exhibits related to Arch Capital Group's planned acquisition of United Guaranty Corporation and AIG United Guaranty (Asia) Limited. This includes historical financial statements of the target company and pro forma statements showing the potential combined entity's financial picture.

No, the acquisition has not yet been consummated. The filing explicitly states that 'The acquisition of United Guaranty has not yet been consummated and there can be no assurance that the transaction will be consummated as contemplated.'

The filing includes historical audited and unaudited consolidated financial statements for United Guaranty, and preliminary unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements that give effect to the acquisition.

Further information regarding the acquisition can be found in Arch Capital Group's Current Report on Form 8-K dated August 15, 2016, and also in the preliminary prospectus supplement filed on September 22, 2016, pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-3 (Registration No. 333-202440).