Genworth Financial Divests Canada Unit Stake To Brookfield
Zacks Investment Research | Dec 12, 2019 08:53PM ET
Genworth Financial, Inc. (NYSE:GNW) has sold the majority of its interest in Genworth MI Canada Inc. to Brookfield Business Partners. This divestment marks a step forward toward closure of Genworth’s takeover by China Oceanwide Holdings Group Co., Ltd. announced in 2016.
Canada mortgage insurance products comprise primary flow and bulk mortgage insurance. The company entered the mortgage market in Canada in 1995 and operates in every province and territory. It is currently the leading private mortgage insurer in the country. Genworth Canada has a solid record of generating consistent earnings and attractive returns on capital. Genworth expects the divestment of Genworth Canada to enhance its financial flexibility.
In relation to the divestment, the purchase price was CAD$48.86 per share, attributing to a total transaction value of approximately CAD$2.4 billion. The net cash proceeds were approximately $1.8 billion, which included the aggregate amount of the special dividend paid in October 2019 and adjustments for foreign exchange, fees and expenses.
Brookfield Business Partners is a business services and industrials company. The company acquires high quality businesses and applies its global investing and operational expertise to create value, with a focus on profitability, sustainable margins and cash flows. It has the flexibility to invest across multiple industries and through many forms. Its current operations are primarily in business services, construction, energy and industrial operations. Its investment objective is to generate long-term returns of at least 15% on its investments.
Prior to the completion of this divestment, Genworth made a contribution of 100% of its ownership interest in Genworth Mortgage Holdings, Inc. (GMHI) to Genworth Holdings, Inc. This internal reorganization was made in connection with the divestment, following which Genworth Holdings became the owner of GMHI.
Genworth Financial is an insurance holding company. It aids people to secure their financial lives, families, and futures. Genworth has leadership positions in offerings that assist consumers in protecting themselves, investing for the future, and planning for retirement. The products and services of Genworth are offered through financial intermediaries, advisors, independent distributors, and sales specialists.
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