Eurobank Holdings has signed a term sheet with Fairfax that will reshape its insurance footprint in Greece and Cyprus. Under the agreement, Eurobank will acquire 80% of the life insurer “Eurolife Life” for €813 million in cash. In a parallel transaction, Fairfax will procure that certain of its affiliates acquire 45% of ERB Asfalistiki (ERBA), Eurobank Limited’s non-life (property and casualty) company in Cyprus, for €59 million.
Eurobank said the €59 million consideration for ERBA corresponds to an implied price-to-book value multiple of approximately 1.45x as of 31 August 2025. Fairfax will also hold a right to acquire the remaining 55% of ERBA’s share capital over time, positioning the Canadian group to deepen its exposure to the Cypriot non-life market should it choose to do so.
Framing the tie-up as a strategic partnership, Eurobank highlighted the opportunity to combine strengths in underwriting, risk management and product development. The bank expects those complementarities to drive operating efficiency and open new market opportunities across Greece and Cyprus. It also described Fairfax’s investment in ERBA as a strong vote of confidence in the company, in its shareholder Eurobank Limited, and in the broader Cypriot economy.
Both transactions remain subject to customary next steps and approvals. If completed as outlined, Eurobank will significantly expand its life insurance platform, while Fairfax secures a meaningful foothold, and an option to grow further, in Cyprus’s P&C sector.
CNA