How tax insurance is reshaping M&A in Asia

Tax insurance is fast emerging as the solution of choice to bridge differences in pricing and valuations in M&A deals. Unlike traditional methods such as escrows and indemnities, which can tie up capital and prolong negotiations, tax insurance provides a cleaner, faster alternative.

Awareness and acceptance of tax insurance continue to grow in the region as the solution to offer certainty to buyers and enable smooth exits for sellers. In 2024, total premiums placed by Marsh Asia nearly doubled, with coverage expanding to include emerging geographies like Vietnam and China.

Watch the video, where experts from Marsh Asia, PwC Singapore, and KPMG Singapore discuss:

• Why has the adoption of tax insurance grown in Asia?
• Why are tax advisors critical to making tax insurance the new standard for M&A deals?
• What makes a tax risk insurable?