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Horace Mann Educators Corporation reports developments for an educator-focused multiline financial services and insurance company. Its news centers on quarterly and annual results, segment performance in Property & Casualty, Life & Retirement, Supplemental & Group Benefits, and Corporate & Other, as well as book value, core earnings measures, premiums, catastrophe-loss trends, and capital returns through dividends.
Company updates also cover educator-focused programs, including teacher recognition campaigns, wellness and fitness partnerships, and the Horace Mann Club. These announcements reflect the company’s business model of offering individual and group insurance and financial solutions tailored to teachers, school employees, and others who serve communities.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) reported second-quarter 2026 net income of $41.6 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, and record core earnings of $48.2 million, or $1.17 per diluted share. Total revenues were $443.5 million, up 7.7% year over year, with net premiums and contract charges earned rising 5%.
The Property & Casualty segment posted a second-quarter combined ratio of 89.6%, improving more than 7 points from 2025, aided by lower catastrophe losses and strong underwriting. Reported book value per share increased to $37.11, with tangible book value per share up about 10% to $36.64.
Horace Mann’s core earnings for the first half of 2026 reached $100.7 million, a 13.3% increase over 2025. Based on first-half performance, the company raised full-year 2026 core EPS guidance to $4.60–$4.90 and reported last-twelve-month core ROE of 12.8%.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) launched its annual Ready. Set. Inspire. back-to-school campaign on August 3, 2026, offering more than $65,000 in classroom funding, educator giveaways and financial resources for teachers nationwide. The campaign runs from August 3 through September 4.
According to Horace Mann, key elements include a $25,000 classroom makeover for one school with furniture and materials from Lakeshore Learning, 20 school celebration grants of $1,500 each, and $250 gift cards for 50 educators. Educators can learn more and enter at horacemann.com/giveaways.
Horace Mann (NYSE: HMN) has been named the Official Founding Partner and Official Multiline Insurance and Financial Services Partner of the Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) for its 2026 inaugural season. The partnership centers on nationwide Teacher & Educator Appreciation Nights with complimentary tickets, special “Teacher of the Night” experiences, and a school visit and makeover program, aligning support for educators with the launch of the WPBL’s historic first season starting August 1 at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois.
Horace Mann (NYSE: HMN) agreed with Medical Mutual of Ohio to complete two transactions: acquiring employee assistance provider Employee Services, LLC (ESI) via membership interests, and separately acquiring all outstanding stock of Reserve National Insurance Company (RNIC) while reinsuring MedMutual Life Insurance Company’s group life and disability business, with Medical Mutual retaining the legal insurance entity.
According to Horace Mann, the deals add nearly $200 million in annual revenue, more than one million covered lives, about 7,000 employer relationships, and over 1,000 agents and brokers. The combined net purchase price is about $240 million, funded through excess capital and borrowings under an existing revolver, and is expected to be immediately accretive to core EPS and shareholder ROE. Closing is targeted for Q4 2026 for ESI and Q1 2027 for RNIC and the reinsurance deal, subject to customary conditions and regulatory approvals.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) will release its second-quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, August 5, after the market closes. The earnings release, investor supplement and presentation will be posted at investors.horacemann.com. Management will hold a conference call on Thursday, August 6 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time to discuss the results, accessible via webcast on the Events page or by dialing 844-735-3325, with on-demand replay available later that day.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) highlights the impact of its Student Loan Solutions program as federal student loan repayment rule changes take effect July 1, 2026. The program, powered by Tuition.io, offers no-cost tools and loan coaches to help educators pursue forgiveness and reduce financial stress.
Since 2020, more than 7,200 educators have applied for relief, with average student debt of about $55,800. Horace Mann reports over $355 million in projected loan forgiveness over 10 years, with average projected Public Service Loan Forgiveness of $48,900 per educator.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.36 per share.
The dividend is payable on June 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2026, providing income to current HMN investors.
Horace Mann (NYSE: HMN) was named the 2025 Voluntary Sales Growth Leader in the small carrier category by Eastbridge Consulting Group.
Wise Benefits voluntary sales rose 48.2% in 2025, versus approximately 2% growth for the overall voluntary benefits market, which reached $9.7 billion in new business annualized premiums.
The award requires carriers to exceed industry growth in 2023–2025 and lead their category in 2025.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) reported first-quarter 2026 results: net income $41.2M ($1.00/diluted share) and record core earnings $52.5M ($1.28/diluted share). Total revenues were $429.3M, premiums/fees rose 6%, P&C combined ratio improved to 83.3%. Returned $33M capital to shareholders and maintained 2026 core EPS guidance of $4.20–$4.50.
Horace Mann (NYSE:HMN) expands Teacher Appreciation Week into a Teacher Appreciation Month running April 29–May 22 with the “Beyond Grateful” campaign to recognize educators. Offerings include weekly sweepstakes, an Above and Beyond Educator Award, community events, and more than $17,000 in prizes and DonorsChoose support.
Educators can enter sweepstakes, nominate peers, and find local events at the company website.