Progress Corp Oh Stock Price, News & Analysis

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) has declared a $0.10 per share dividend to be paid on July 15, 2022, to shareholders on record by July 7, 2022. Additionally, the Board authorized a share repurchase program for up to 25 million common shares without an expiration date, replacing the previous authorization. In April 2022, Progressive reported net premiums written of $4.82 billion, a rise of 8% year-over-year. However, net income showed a loss of $198.3 million compared to a profit of $316.2 million in April 2021.

Progressive Insurance has launched an innovative app featuring its extensive Art Collection, which includes over 10,000 contemporary artworks. This app uses augmented reality to let users explore and interact with the collection remotely, especially as many employees have been unable to access it during the COVID pandemic. The app is available on iPhone and soon on Android, enabling users to view, learn about, and share artworks. The initiative aims to maintain the company culture and enhance employee engagement while promoting the collection to a broader audience.

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) reported financial results for March 2022 and Q1 2022, highlighting a 5% increase in net premiums written at $3,970.1 million compared to $3,772.5 million in March 2021. Net premiums earned also rose by 13% to $3,702.0 million. However, net income fell 60% to $226.5 million from $567.9 million year-over-year, with earnings per share decreasing 60% to $0.38. The combined ratio worsened to 97.2 from 90.7, indicating rising costs. The total pretax net realized gains dropped significantly, reflecting volatility in the securities market.

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) reported its February 2022 figures highlighting significant growth in net premiums written, totaling $4,625.7 million, a 20% increase year-over-year. Net premiums earned rose by 13%, reaching $3,626.1 million. However, net income saw a drastic decline of 83%, dropping to $61.6 million, with earnings per share also down by 83% to $0.10. Additionally, the company's combined ratio worsened by 2.3 points to 93.7%. Despite negative earnings growth, the overall premium increases suggest strong market demand.

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) has declared a $0.10 per common share dividend, payable on April 14, 2022, to shareholders recorded by April 7, 2022, with an ex-dividend date of April 6, 2022. This marks a continuation of Progressive's commitment to returning value to shareholders. As the third-largest car insurer in the U.S., Progressive offers a range of insurance products, including auto and homeowners insurance. The company remains dedicated to innovative solutions that simplify buying and using insurance.

AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) to Progressive's newly issued $500 million in senior unsecured notes, with different maturities in 2027, 2032, and 2052. The credit rating indicates a stable outlook based on Progressive’s financial leverage and debt servicing abilities. Proceeds from these issuances will be used for general corporate purposes. Existing ratings for Progressive remain unchanged, reflecting confidence in its principal insurance units and overall financial profile.

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) announced the pricing of three senior notes totaling $1.5 billion. These include $500 million of 2.50% notes due 2027, $500 million of 3.00% notes due 2032, and $500 million of 3.70% notes due 2052, all offered in an underwritten public offering. The pricing for the notes was set at 99.962%, 99.759%, and 99.747% of par value, respectively. The offering follows an effective registration statement filed with SEC, and the securities have not been approved by any regulatory authority.

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) will host an Investor Relations event on March 1, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. ET, featuring a 90-minute conference call and webcast. The event will cover managing rate levels, followed by a Q&A session with CEO Tricia Griffith and CFO John Sauerland. The Annual Report on Form 10-K will be filed on February 28, 2022, and the Shareholders' Report will be available on their website. Replays of the conference call will be accessible shortly after it concludes.