GTCR and Synova Acquire JMG Group
May 13, 2025
GTCR, in partnership with Synova, acquired UK insurance broker JMG Group, building on the company’s client-first platform and M&A-driven growth strategy. JMG will continue to be led by CEO Nick Houghton, who and the existing management team retain substantial equity ownership.
- Buyers
- GTCR, Synova LLP
- Targets
- JMG Group
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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