Many of these transactions are wrought with issues that are largely avoidable, says columnist Wendy Keneipp.

Anthem Inc.’s proposed merger with Cigna Corp. would reduce health-care competition and raise costs for consumers, U.S. antitrust lawyers will argue Monday when the government goes to court to block the transaction.

One of the world’s largest cybersecurity companies agrees to buy identity-theft protection services company for about $2.3 billion including debt to expand in services for identity protection.

MetLife Inc., the largest U.S. life insurer, said third-quarter profit tumbled 52% on derivative losses and costs tied to the spinoff of a U.S. retail business as CEO Steve Kandarian reorganizes the company.

But indie sellers are also often eager to return after non-compete clauses expire.

Letters and e-mails between the two companies may become evidence in the Justice Department’s lawsuit seeking to halt the $48 billion.

MetLife Inc. has filed for a spinoff of a U.S. retail unit after considering alternate plans to sell the business or exit through an initial public offering.

OneDigital has grown from a small start-up to a $150M firm by segmenting customers and doing more with less.

Variables often center on accessing liquidity, maintaining control and preserving a legacy, but there are many more factors to consider, says consultant Bob Coen.

The increase in interest is raising prices; however buyers need to make sure their purchases are worth the cost, OPTIS Partners reports.