09/12/2022at 10:25

Sampo considers selling Mandatum in simplification drive

A review of life insurer Mandatum’s future within Finnish Sampo Group is currently underway, and all options, including a partial demerger and listing or a sale, are on the table, says Chairman of Sampo Group Björn Wahlroos.

Björn Wahlroos, Chairman of the Board at Sampo Group. | Photo: Sampo Group: Juha Törmälä.

by REETA ILONA PAAKKINEN

Finland’s Sampo has kicked off a review of the group’s functions and structure, particularly concerning life insurance business Mandatum.

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