Centro Expands Carrier Ecosystem with Addition of The Hartford to Its API-Powered RFP and Quoting Platform
Centro Benefits Research announced that The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) has joined Centro's API-powered RFP and digital quoting platform on Feb. 4, 2026.
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Centro Benefits Research announced that The Hartford (NYSE:HIG) has joined Centro's API-powered RFP and digital quoting platform on Feb. 4, 2026. The integration connects The Hartford directly to Centro's broker-carrier ecosystem to streamline digital quoting, automate workflows, and expand broker market access.
The move is positioned to accelerate broker-carrier collaboration and support faster, more accurate benefits marketing and quoting across a unified, data-driven platform.
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News Market Reaction – HIG
On Feb 4, the day this news came out, HIG closed 1.75% above the previous close.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Feb 4 session.
Key Figures
- Q4 2025 net income
- $1.1 billion
- Net income available to common; Q4 2025
- Q4 2025 EPS
- $3.98 per diluted share
- Net income available to common; Q4 2025
- 2025 net income
- $3.8 billion
- Full-year 2025 net income available to common
- 2025 EPS
- $13.32 per diluted share
- Full-year 2025 net income available to common
- Net income ROE
- 22.0%
- Full-year 2025 return on equity
- Series G dividend
- $375 per preferred share
- Quarterly dividend; equivalent to $0.375 per depository share
- Form 144 shares
- 201,938 shares; $27,546,946.62
- Proposed sale filed Feb 2, 2026 under Rule 144
- Shares outstanding
- 278,650,292 shares
- Common shares outstanding referenced in Form 144 filing
Historical Context
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Strong Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings with double-digit ROE metrics.
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Launch of Columbus tech hub to support AI and cloud initiatives.
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Quarterly dividend announced on Series G preferred stock.
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Release of multi-year analysis on top small-business claim types and costs.
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CEO-led committee to develop long-term vision for City of Hartford.
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Key Terms
api technical
request for proposal (rfp) technical
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New integration deepens broker-carrier connectivity and accelerates digital benefits distribution
By joining Centro's platform, The
"At Centro, we are building a more connected and efficient benefits ecosystem for our brokers and distribution partners," said Treg Balding, President at Centro Benefits Research. "Welcoming The Hartford to our platform is an important step in that mission. Their commitment to digital innovation and broker partnership naturally aligns with our vision for a modern, API-driven distribution model."
"At The Hartford, we recognize that the strength of our broker relationships is built on trust, collaboration, and mutual success," said Megan Holstein, head of Strategy and Growth for Employee Benefits at The
With this integration, Centro continues to expand its carrier ecosystem providing brokers with broader market access, automated workflows, and a unified platform that supports smarter decision-making and better client outcomes.
For more information about Centro's API platform and broker services, visit www.centrobenefits.com.
About Centro Benefits Research
Centro Benefits Research is a leading consulting firm specializing in ancillary benefits, employee communications, and technology solutions. Through in-depth research, industry expertise, and the development of digitally driven platform efficiencies, Centro empowers brokers to deliver enhanced value and optimize the impact of their benefits investments. Centro delivers a unified suite of Ancillary RFP Marketing, Consulting, Employee Communications, and Technology Solutions. Committed to modernizing the legacy insurance process, Centro's mission is to enable all stakeholders in the system to work more effectively and drive business growth. For information, visit centrobenefitsresearch.com.
About The
The Hartford is a leader in property and casualty insurance, employee benefits and mutual funds. With more than 200 years of expertise, The Hartford is widely recognized for its service excellence, sustainability practices, trust and integrity. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at https://www.thehartford.com.
The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc., (NYSE: HIG) operates through its subsidiaries under the brand name, The
Media contacts:
Rachel Pennington, Operations and Marketing, Centro
rachel.pennington@centrobenefits.com
Sperry Mylott, Director of Media and PR, The
sperry.mylott@thehartford.com
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