Deals: Thomson Reuters Buys World Business Media

The word from Thomson Reuters, as they acquire World Business Media,

Thomson Reuters Corporation (“Thomson Reuters”) (NYSE/TSX: TRI), a global content and technology company, announces that it has acquired World Business Media Limiteda cross-platform, subscription-based provider of editorial coverage for the (re)insurance industry. This acquisition is in line with Reuters strategic priority to provide must-have news and insight for new customer markets and professional verticals.

Based in London and with an additional editorial hub in New York, World Business Media Limited’s editorial team provides must-have content and insight for global professionals working within the global (re)insurance and specialty markets. Its products include The Insurer, the go-to and digital source for news, analysis and data on the (re)insurance industry and The Insurer TV, which brings exclusive insight and intelligence on the market through video interviews, panel discussions and mini docuseries. Through its events business, The Insurer Events, World Business Media Limited provides networking opportunities through a global series of events, conferences and awards ceremonies.

The business will be operated as part of the Reuters News division of Thomson Reuters and report into Reuters Professional.

“Professionals seek high-consequence information and analysis from industry experts to drive strategy and navigate change. With World Business Media Limited’s reach of more than 45,000 insurance professionals, we are truly excited about the opportunities for growth and offering an expanded set of solutions for our customers,” said Josh London, Head of Reuters Professional. 

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