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Assurant, Inc. operates as a global protection company that partners with brands to safeguard and service connected devices, homes and automobiles. Company news commonly centers on Global Lifestyle and Global Housing results, including mobile device protection, Connected Living trade-in and upgrade programs, extended service contracts, lender-placed homeowners coverage, flood and manufactured housing insurance, and home warranty offerings.
Recurring updates also cover client partnerships with mobile operators, real estate brands and automotive channels; industry reports on the secondary market for mobile devices; quarterly earnings, outlook commentary, catastrophe impacts and capital actions such as share repurchases. These developments reflect Assurant's mix of fee, insurance, warranty and service programs across consumer-device, housing and vehicle-protection markets.
Assurant (NYSE: AIZ) appointed Kelli Ertel as Chief Communications Officer and Chief of Staff, effective immediately. She joins the Management Committee and will lead global communications, brand strategy, and events while continuing as Chief of Staff to President and CEO Keith Demmings.
According to Assurant, the expanded role is intended to better align communications, brand, and engagement capabilities with the company’s strategy, culture, and business priorities.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) announced a strategic collaboration with Cogeco Communications to launch a customer-led, digital-first mobile device solution for Canadian customers. The offering combines access to a curated range of network-compatible smartphones and devices with financing, protection and trade-in capabilities.
According to Assurant, customers can browse and purchase new, refurbished and Best Buy Canada certified Open Box devices on BestBuy.ca, with only Cogeco network-compatible options shown. Assurant provides device lifecycle management, while Cogeco supplies connectivity and an integrated experience, targeting greater affordability, simplicity and sustainability across the mobile device lifecycle.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, after the market closes.
On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. ET, the company will host a public live audio webcast and conference call to review the results.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) released Canada-specific findings from its 2026 Global Connected Consumer Trends Report, highlighting rising expectations for flexibility, transparency, and trust in digital experiences.
Canada scores 61/100 on the Technology Sentiment Index; 72% say connected technology improves life, and consumers favor customizable protection, AI-enabled support, and simple self-serve solutions.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) reported that its Q1 2026 Mobile Trade-In and Upgrade Industry Trends Report shows consumers received $1.63 billion in value from mobile trade-in programs, a 31% increase over Q1 2025.
The report highlights how trade-ins, protection plans, and demand for refurbished smartphones help offset upgrade costs and support a more circular mobile economy.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) released its 2026 Global Connected Consumer Trends Report based on feedback from 11,000+ consumers worldwide. The study finds connected technology has become critical infrastructure, with 80% saying it makes life better, up 19 points since 2021, and 85% more likely to buy devices with customizable protection plans.
Consumers increasingly value reliability, support, transparency, predictable costs, and AI-enabled simplicity, with distinct attitudes across the US, APAC, Europe, Latin America, and Canada.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) and insurtech Owen have partnered to deliver embedded travel and fraud protection for cards issued on Swan’s embedded banking platform across Europe. Owen chose Assurant as risk carrier, with Owen as broker/TPA and Allianz providing assistance. The program launched in April 2026 with Swan, whose platform processes about €2 billion in monthly transactions across 30 countries for 150+ companies, enabling Swan’s partners to add native insurance to their card products.
Assurant (NYSE:AIZ) announced its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.88 per common share. The dividend is payable on June 29, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 8, 2026. Future dividends remain at the Board’s discretion.
Assurant (NYSE: AIZ) reported record first quarter 2026 results with GAAP net income of $274.1M (up 87%) and Adjusted EBITDA of $441.5M (up 56%). Excluding reportable catastrophes, Adjusted EBITDA rose 6% to $465.9M. Management raised 2026 outlook: Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS ex-cats expected to grow low single digits (high single digits on an underlying basis) and now expects $300–$350M in share repurchases.
Global Lifestyle led growth; Global Housing showed elevated results driven by fewer catastrophes but modest underlying decline ex-PYD. Capital priorities include organic investment, M&A funding, and shareholder returns.
Assurant (NYSE: AIZ) will release first quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, after market close, with a public conference call and live audio webcast on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Executives Keith Demmings, Keith Meier and Sean Moshier will review results; the investor presentation, supplemental materials and an archived replay will be accessible in the Investor Relations section of Assurant's website.