RISK acquires majority stake in Vergelijkdirect.com

Dutch insurance distributor and financial products advisor RISK Ventures has acquired a majority stake in Vergelijkdirect.com, a Soest-based platform for comparing and purchasing personal and business insurance. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The acquisition expands RISK’s online distribution capabilities, particularly in business insurance, as it seeks to grow its digital and offline distribution of business financial products.

Vergelijkdirect.com will continue operating as a standalone entity, with its existing team and management retaining operational leadership. The platform will gain access to RISK’s Surebase IT system, distribution network and AI expertise to support further development and expansion.