Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE: AJG) announced that it has acquired 3D Advisors Inc., a Michigan‑based brokerage general agency that specializes in life‑insurance, annuity and long‑term‑care solutions for financial advisors. The deal, announced on February 3 2026, was a bolt‑on transaction with undisclosed financial terms, and 3D Advisors will continue to operate from its Shelby Township, Michigan office under the direction of Luke Kaplan, U.S. Financial and Retirement Services Managing Director for Gallagher.
The acquisition is a strategic fit that adds a niche, high‑margin brokerage to Gallagher’s U.S. portfolio. 3D Advisors’ team—led by Jim DiDonato, Matt Dib and Chuck Dib—brings deep expertise in life‑insurance and annuity placement, complementing Gallagher’s existing life‑insurance brokerage and expanding its reach in the long‑term‑care space. By keeping the agency’s existing staff and location, Gallagher aims to preserve client relationships while integrating the firm’s specialized product knowledge into its broader financial‑services platform.
J. Patrick Gallagher Jr., Chairman and CEO of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., said the acquisition “will expand our life‑insurance and annuity brokerage offerings and strengthen our presence in the U.S. financial‑services market.” He added that welcoming the 3D Advisors team “is a welcome addition to our high‑margin brokerages” and underscores the company’s focus on niche, high‑margin acquisitions.
The deal fits into Gallagher’s long‑standing M&A strategy of acquiring smaller, specialized agencies to build out its global platform. Recent purchases—including Hunt Financial Group and other niche brokerages—have driven revenue growth and broadened the firm’s product mix. Adding 3D Advisors reinforces Gallagher’s commitment to the life‑insurance and retirement‑services segment, a core growth area that has historically delivered strong margins and recurring revenue streams.
By integrating 3D Advisors, Gallagher expects to deepen its penetration in the U.S. market, cross‑sell its broader suite of employee‑benefits consulting services, and leverage the agency’s established relationships with financial advisors. The acquisition also positions Gallagher to capture increasing demand for long‑term‑care solutions, a segment projected to grow as the U.S. population ages.
Overall, the transaction strengthens Gallagher’s competitive position in the life‑insurance brokerage market, expands its high‑margin product offerings, and aligns with its strategy of building a diversified, global platform through targeted acquisitions.
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