Mercury Insurance Offers Southern Homeowners Practical Tips to Prepare for Winter Storms
Mercury Insurance (NYSE:MCY) on Jan 22, 2026 highlighted a new homeowner preparedness guide for Southern winter storms aimed at reducing damage and claims.
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Mercury Insurance (NYSE:MCY) on Jan 22, 2026 highlighted a new homeowner preparedness guide for Southern winter storms aimed at reducing damage and claims. The resource outlines exterior steps (winterizing plumbing, clearing gutters, sealing drafts), interior actions (preventing frozen pipes, maintaining safe heat, assembling emergency supplies), safe-travel and auto readiness, and guidance on understanding policy coverages and exclusions before a storm. The company frames early preparation as cost-effective and likely to lower hazards, disruption, and insurance claims for homes in regions not built for severe cold.
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News Market Reaction – MCY
On Jan 23, the first trading day after this news, MCY closed 1.68% below the previous close.
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Key Figures
- Net income
- $280.4 million
- Q3 2025 net income, up from $230.9 million a year ago
- Diluted EPS
- $5.06
- Q3 2025 diluted EPS, up from $4.17 a year ago
- Total revenues
- $1.585 billion
- Q3 2025 total revenues
- Net premiums earned
- $1.410 billion
- Q3 2025 net premiums earned
- Net investment income
- $84.0 million
- Q3 2025 net investment income
- Loss and LAE reserves
- $3.596 billion
- Reserves as of September 30, 2025
- Cash balance
- $1.253 billion
- Cash as of September 30, 2025
- Shareholders’ equity
- $2.232 billion
- Equity as of September 30, 2025
Historical Context
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Auto insurance myth-busting content aimed at clarifying coverage concepts.
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Announcement of dual listing on NYSE Texas to broaden trading venue access.
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Winter weather risk outlook with prevention tips for homeowners and drivers.
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Notice of Q4 2025 earnings release date and 10-K filing plan.
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Guidance on preventing costly home water damage through maintenance steps.
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WHY THIS MATTERS NOW
Winter storms in the South can bring conditions that many homes weren't built to withstand, creating a much greater likelihood for burst pipes, leaking roofs, and extended outages. With cold-weather events rising in frequency and impact, early preparation isn't just practical — it's cost-effective and can reduce hazards, stress, disruption, and claims.
WHAT THE ARTICLE OFFERS
Mercury's resource provides a variety of simple steps homeowners and drivers can enact to help protect their homes and families.
- Exterior readiness: Winterizing plumbing, clearing gutters, and sealing drafts to prevent ice dams and leaks.
- Interior protection: Last-minute tips and techniques to keep pipes from freezing, maintain safe indoor heat, and assemble emergency supplies.
- Safe travel and auto prep: Tips for icy roads and vehicle readiness if travel is unavoidable.
- Insurance insight: How homeowners can understand what their policy covers — and what it doesn't — before they need it.
READ THE FULL BLOG POST HERE
https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/resources/weather/preparing-for-winter-storms-in-the-south.html
About Mercury Insurance
Mercury Insurance (NYSE/NYSE Texas: MCY) is a multiple-line insurance carrier predominantly offering personal auto, homeowners, renters and commercial insurance through a network of independent agents in
Since 1962, Mercury has provided customers with tremendous value for their insurance dollar by pairing ultra-competitive rates with excellent customer service, through more than 4,200 employees and a network of more than 6,340 independent agents in 11 states. Mercury has earned an "A" rating from A.M. Best, as well as "Best Auto Insurance Company" designations from Forbes and Insure.com. For more information visit www.MercuryInsurance.com or follow the company on X, Instagram or Facebook.
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