Health insurance: proposed merger between Cigna and Humana

Sources close to the matter have reported that Cigna and Humana, two American health insurance giants, are currently in talks about a possible merger.

Discussions are said to involve a stock-cash deal that could be finalized by the end of 2023.

This merger would spawn a new health insurance player that would rival market leader UnitedHealth Group.

No comments have been provided by either insurer.