Talcott Financial, Goldman Sachs partner to launch Bermuda reinsurance sidecar West Grove Re with USD 1 billion raise

4. Aug 2026

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(AWP Alliance News) - Talcott Financial Group formed West Grove Re, a Bermuda-domiciled reinsurance sidecar, in partnership with Goldman Sachs. West Grove Re closed an approximately USD 1 billion capital raise, combining equity commitments from Talcott, Goldman Sachs Asset & Wealth Management and its clients with a credit facility.

The vehicle will take a quota share of certain Talcott-sourced U.S. annuities to support Talcott's expansion in insurance and reinsurance. Goldman Sachs Asset & Wealth Management will act as investment manager for private asset strategies, with other managers expected to run the remaining assets.

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