CVS Health has closed its deal to buy health insurer Aetna, ending months of reviews by state and federal regulators.

The companies can go ahead with their $68 billion deal, clearing the way for a merger that will create a healthcare giant with a hand in insurance.

The health insurer said it plans to sell its Medicare prescription drug business in a key step toward completing its $67.5 billion merger.

While the DOJ’s antitrust division says the merger doesn’t eliminate competition, industry experts are doubtful the deal will bring down costs or improve quality.

While the DOJ’s antitrust division says the merger doesn’t eliminate competition, industry experts are doubtful the deal will bring down costs or improve quality.

The deal is seen closing by the end of the year.

The recent uptick in mergers is a response to the demand for better technology and increased efficiency.

The benefit tech provider is building a consortium to offer its employee benefits software, services.

The benefit tech provider is building a consortium to offer its employee benefits software, services.

The pharmacy company has dodged one hurdle, as antitrust enforcers don’t see competitive problems stemming from uniting companies that operate at different levels of a supply chain.

Deals dipped slightly compared to 2018’s first quarter; however it is not indicative of overall trend for mergers and acquisitions in North America, according OPTIS Partners’ recent M&A Database report.

The newly acquired health marketing agency uses data and analytics to help clients navigate payer behavior and the reimbursement environment.

As mergers and acquisition of employee benefit brokerages continue at a strong pace, agency owners face a tough decision: retire or adapt.

The addition of Craford Benefit Consulting is set to build expertise in complex cases and financial modeling as well as expand RS’s geographic footprint.

As tech drives M&A activity, more insurers seek vertical integration to improve user experiences and broaden benefit portfolios.

As tech drives M&A activity, more insurers seek vertical integration to improve user experiences and broaden benefit portfolios.

The employee benefit insurer continues to look for firms that offer talent and regional opportunity.

Innovo Benefits Group and Aegis Retirement Partners join together against sales-driven strategies and the commoditization of services among large group advisers.

The business service provider will focus on providing a range of business services that are built on leading technology platforms.

The business service provider will focus on providing a range of business services that are built on leading technology platforms.