White Mountains acquires 51% controlling interest in Distinguished Programs for $230M

WHITE MOUNTAINS INSURANCE GROUP LTD

Acquisition includes existing ~1% interest; total cash consideration ~$230M for 51% controlling stake.
Distinguished places >$550M in annual premium across 12 specialty P&C programs (real estate, cyber, surety, etc.).
Current management (Bill Malloy, Jason Rotman, Steve Sitterly) to remain as significant equityholders.
Sellers can sell additional 29% units 3 years after close for ~$130M; White Mountains has parallel call at 1.35x price.
Expected close Q3 2025, subject to regulatory approvals; no financing condition or shareholder vote required.

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