Aon expects U.S. employer health-care costs to rise 9.5% in 2027, intensifying pressure on benefits budgets and demand for cost-management services.

Aon's organic growth, cost savings and strategic acquisitions support earnings, but high debt and interest costs remain key risks for investors.

Fourth straight year of near double-digit increases for U.S. employers Employers now absorb more than 80% of health plan costs as rising expenses increasingly impact workforce and business planning decisions The average employee is expected to spend nearly $5,300 on health care in 2026, reflecting continued pressure on household budgets CHICAGO, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, revealed today that U.S. employer health care costs are projected to rise 9.5%* in 2027, pushing average costs above $19,000 per employee. U.S. employer health care costs are projected to rise 9.5% in 2027, pushing average costs above $19,000 per employee.

Mike Schneider to serve as CEO, Ethan Foxman to serve as President and Mike James to serve as Chief Growth Officer of the Middle Market for North America Mike Goldman and Ed O'Malley appointed Vice Chairmen of NFP DUBLIN, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced Doug Hammond will transition from CEO of NFP to Global Executive Chairman of Aon's middle market segment, including NFP. Effective immediately and reporting to Aon President and CEO Greg Case, Doug will guide the firm's middle market strategy and the continued development of shared capabilities across Aon and NFP.

AON's new Sidecar X offers $200 million in capacity, faster execution and a 10% premium discount as M&A activity rises.

-  Nadin Virani appointed Interim CFO-  Reaffirms full-year 2026 financial guidance DUBLIN, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that Edmund Reese will transition from his role as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, to pursue opportunities outside the firm. Aon appointed Nadin Virani as Interim CFO, effective immediately, and Reese will serve as senior advisor to Aon President and CEO Greg Case, through August 16, 2027, to support the transition.

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the launch of Sidecar X, marking the latest evolution in its Sidecar platform connecting insurance capital with complex transactional risk and offering up to $200 million in capacity. The Global Sidecar Platform spans representation and warranties and tax insurance products and provides a streamlined experience through pre-agreed underwriting and claims frameworks, delivering a 10% premium.

Willis Towers Watson's organic growth, specialty insurance expansion, AI-driven efficiencies and strong cash flow support earnings, while competition and softer rates remain risks.

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Zacks Insurance Brokerage players like WTW, AJG, AON and BRO are likely to benefit from increased demand for insurance products, strategic acquisitions and the adoption of technology.