The Hartford Insurance Group Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) declared a quarterly dividend of $375 per Series G preferred share (equivalent to $0.375 per depository share).

The dividend is payable on Feb. 17, 2026 to Series G preferred shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 2, 2026.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) released a small‑business claims analysis covering 2020–2024 and a 10‑year comparison to 2015, drawing on more than 1 million policies.

Key findings: water and freezing damage accounted for about 22% of small‑business claims (average cost ~$34,600); burglary/theft and slip‑and‑fall each rank among the top claim types; fire is now the costliest claim at an average of $80,000, up from $35,000 in 2015. The report cites increases in slip/fall costs tied to greater litigation and highlights prevention steps such as water sensors, cameras, temperature control, lighting, and maintenance.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) has convened a Vision Committee led by Chairman and CEO Christopher Swift to develop a unifying plan for the City of Hartford and its downtown. The committee hired Streetsense, a national design-and-strategy firm, to assemble a diverse Vision Advisory Council of business, civic, institutional and community stakeholders and to analyze market, regulatory, spatial and infrastructure conditions.

The process will examine economic competitiveness, cultural identity, livability and connectivity and aims to produce a diagnostic and an execution plan by late spring. Participants include city leaders, major employers and institutions such as Hartford HealthCare, Aetna, Travelers, RTX, Stanley Black & Decker, The Bushnell and the Capital Region Development Authority.

The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) reported record third quarter 2025 results: net income $1.1B and core earnings $1.1B, with net income per diluted share $3.77 and core earnings per diluted share $3.78. Trailing 12-month net income ROE 20.3% and core earnings ROE 18.4%. P&C written premiums rose 7% and Business Insurance written premiums rose 9%. P&C current accident year catastrophe losses were $70M vs. $247M in Q3 2024. Returned $547M to stockholders in Q3, including $400M of share repurchases and $147M of dividends; quarterly common dividend increased 15% to $0.60 payable Jan. 5, 2026. Book value per diluted share was $63.86 as of Sept. 30, 2025.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) and Active Minds brought the Send Silence Packing® traveling mental health exhibit to the University of Connecticut on October 8, 2025 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

The interactive display featured 100 backpacks, each sharing a mental health story, and is touring 60–80 colleges and communities with an estimated reach of more than 500,000 youth and young adults this year. The Hartford cited its 2025 Future of Benefits Study, which found 40% of Gen Z workers feel depressed or anxious a few times per week and 46% say stigma prevents them from seeking care. The insurer has previously funded UConn programs with a $500,000 gift this summer and $1 million in 2021 for scholarships and support.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) has announced the nationwide expansion of its CyberChoice First Response℠ cyber insurance product through its ICON platform, making it more accessible for small businesses. The coverage is now available in most states (excluding Alaska, Louisiana, and Vermont) and can be easily quoted and bound alongside the company's Spectrum Business Owners Policy.

The enhanced cyber insurance offering includes coverage for ransomware attacks, data breaches, network security, and incident response expenses. Key features include 24/7 cyber incident support, system failure protection, and coverage for regulatory inquiries. The integration into ICON, The Hartford's top-ranked digital platform, streamlines the process for agents and brokers serving over 1 million small business customers.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) has appointed Vladimir "Vlad" Stojanovic as the company's first-ever Head of Enterprise Strategy, effective September 3, 2025. Reporting to President A. Morris "Mo" Tooker, Stojanovic will lead the newly formed Enterprise Strategy Office, focusing on accelerating growth through trend analysis, product enhancement, and innovation initiatives.

Stojanovic joins from EverPeak Insurance, where he served as COO, and brings extensive experience in strategic vision and operational leadership. He will collaborate with the Enterprise Customer Office to drive innovation and work across business units to ensure strategic alignment. His appointment represents The Hartford's commitment to identifying emerging opportunities and addressing disruptive forces in the insurance industry.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) released its sixth annual Future of Benefits Study, revealing persistent financial stress among U.S. workers. The study found that 72% of workers are at least somewhat stressed about household finances, with 33% reporting very/extreme stress.

Key findings show that 51% of workers live paycheck to paycheck, 53% experienced decreased savings in the past year, and 56% report financial health negatively impacts workplace productivity. While 80% of employers and 62% of workers recognize benefits' role in financial security, 75% of employers say benefits are underutilized.

The study also revealed a significant gap in AI perception, with 72% of employers feeling optimistic about workplace AI compared to only 29% of employees. Additionally, 34% of employers added benefits in 2025, and 53% plan to add more in 2026.

The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) reported outstanding second quarter 2025 financial results with net income of $990 million ($3.44 per diluted share), up 35% from the previous year. Core earnings reached $981 million ($3.41 per share), marking a 31% increase.

The company demonstrated strong performance across segments with Property & Casualty written premiums growing 8%. Business Insurance achieved an excellent combined ratio of 87.0, while Personal Insurance improved to 94.1. Employee Benefits delivered a core earnings margin of 9.2%.

The Hartford maintained strong shareholder returns, distributing $549 million to stockholders through $400 million in share repurchases and $149 million in dividends. The company's trailing 12-month ROE reached 19.8%, with core earnings ROE at 17.0%.