The Allstate Corporation has reached a definitive agreement to sell its group health business to Nationwide for $1.25 billion in cash, subject to adjustments based on the closing balance sheet and standard closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. The transaction is expected to close in 2025.

More than a decade after exiting health insurance, Nationwide has agreed to acquire a fast-growing employer benefits business line from one of its rivals.

The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) announced a definitive agreement to sell its Group Health business to Nationwide for $1.25 billion in cash, adjusted for the closing balance sheet, and subject to standard closing conditions including regulatory approvals.