Deal or No Deal? Cigna, Humana Reportedly Resume Talks, But Analysts Remain Skeptical
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Oct 25, 2024
After scuttling merger talks early this year, The Cigna Group is again potentially looking to acquire Humana Inc., according to an Oct. 18 Bloomberg report. The article mentioned the companies have held “informal discussions” about a tie-up but noted “the discussions are in early stages,” citing people familiar with the matter.
Wall Street analysts, meanwhile, are not surprised the companies have resumed talks. However, they are skeptical a deal could be consummated due to antitrust concerns, especially if Kamala Harris wins the presidential election and current antitrust leadership remains in place.
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