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Eurobank completes €813m Eurolife life deal

The Greek lender takes full ownership of the life insurer it was forced to sell during the financial crisis.

M&A News deals deskFinancials / Life insurance · Europe29 Oct 2026

Eurobank has completed its acquisition of Fairfax Financial's 80% stake in the life insurance business of Eurolife FFH for about €813m in cash, Fairfax said on 29 October 2026.

Why Eurobank S.A. is buying Eurolife FFH life insurance business (80% from Fairfax)

The deal gives Eurobank full ownership of Eurolife's life insurance operations and deepens its bancassurance business in Greece.

Deal terms and financing

Eurobank signed a term sheet with Fairfax in October 2025 and a definitive share purchase agreement on 7 May 2026. Eurobank keeps a 20% stake in Eurolife's property and casualty business, in which Fairfax retains 80%.

Regulatory approvals and timing

All required approvals have been received and the transaction has closed.

Market context

Eurobank sold Eurolife during Greece's financial crisis as part of its restructuring. Toronto-based Fairfax has said it is focusing on property and casualty insurance.

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