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In a bold move to deepen its footprint in the American insurance industry, Malibu Life Holdings Ltd. announced Tuesday that it will acquire TruSpire Retirement Insurance Co. from Mutual of America Life Insurance Co. for $45 million, marking its formal entry into the U.S. direct annuity issuance market.

The acquisition, outlined in a definitive agreement, positions Malibu Life — a London Stock Exchange–listed annuity reinsurer based in the Cayman Islands — to expand its influence in the North American insurance landscape and diversify its global portfolio.

A Strategic Step Into the Annuity Business

TruSpire, headquartered in Texas, is licensed in 44 states and offers life insurance and retirement products. The company recently developed a fixed-indexed annuity product, designed to generate returns linked to market index performance. Malibu Life said the product is expected to launch in the first half of 2026, with plans to enhance and expand the product suite for U.S. consumers.

The deal also includes the acquisition of a Bermuda-regulated reinsurer, whose name was not disclosed. Malibu Life said the move would strengthen its control over policy pricing and terms while boosting investment returns.

“This transaction meaningfully accelerates our growth plan and gives us the ability to design annuity products that respond directly to market needs,” said Daniel Loeb, Malibu Life’s founder and hedge fund titan behind Third Point Investors Ltd.

Driving Growth and Control

Gary Dombowsky, CEO of Malibu Life, underscored that the acquisition would provide “greater control over pricing, product design, and investment performance,” enabling the company to craft solutions that meet growing demand for secure retirement income options.

Jefferies International Ltd. is serving as the financial adviser to Malibu Life. Legal counsel for the transaction has not yet been disclosed.

Regulatory Path and Timeline

The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval, with Malibu Life anticipating completion in early 2026. The company did not specify which authorities are overseeing the approval process.

The acquisition marks another aggressive move by Loeb’s financial empire. In September, his hedge fund Third Point Investors Ltd. acquired Malibu Life Reinsurance SPC, later rebranding it as Malibu Life Holdings Ltd. — a deal that faced resistance from some shareholders but ultimately pushed forward.

Malibu Life’s Expanding Vision

The acquisition of TruSpire represents a turning point for Malibu Life, signaling its long-term commitment to penetrating the U.S. life and annuity market — a sector experiencing surging demand amid growing retirement concerns.

With its strategic entry into the American insurance ecosystem, Malibu Life is not just purchasing a company — it’s buying a launchpad for expansion, innovation, and influence across one of the world’s most competitive financial landscapes.