Arch Insurance North America has agreed to acquire Premier Dealer Holding Corp. and its subsidiaries, including Premier Dealer Services (PDS), the company announced on October 30, 2026. PDS, based in Dublin, Ohio, provides automotive finance and insurance products and services. The deal builds on a long-standing relationship between the two companies. Arch chief executive officer Matt Shulman said it will strengthen Arch's capabilities in the automotive market. PDS is expected to operate as a standalone business within Arch's Consumer Division. The deal is expected to close by the end of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions. TD Securities is Arch's exclusive financial advisor, and Eversheds Sutherland LLP is its legal advisor.

Arch Insurance North America has launched a new US-based transactional liability team to expand its transactional risk insurance capabilities. The business will initially focus on Representations & Warranties and Tax coverage products. The new team is led by William Carson, who joined Arch from Everest where he served as Head of Transactional Risk, North America. Carson reports to Chris Christon, Senior Vice President, Executive Assurance. Arch Insurance has been active in the transactional risk market for over 15 years through various partners and channels across North America, Bermuda and the United Kingdom. The direct US platform complements Arch's existing distribution model and multi-channel approach. Anne Hardner, Executive Vice President, Executive Assurance for Arch Insurance, said the expansion reflects Arch's broader commitment to the transactional risk marketplace and will allow the company to strengthen its market presence and better serve brokers and clients.