Guidewire to Acquire AI Underwriting Startup Hyperexponential for Up to $2.1 Billion

Guidewire Software signed a definitive agreement to acquire London-based Hyperexponential for a base purchase price of $1.7 billion in cash, with up to $400 million in contingent consideration, valuing the deal at up to $2.1 billion. The acquisition marks a major strategic bet by the property and casualty insurance software leader on agentic AI for accelerating underwriting workflows.