Progressive Announces Dividend Information And 2026 Annual Meeting Record Date
Rhea-AI Summary
Progressive (NYSE: PGR) declared an annual common share dividend of $13.50 per share and a quarterly common share dividend of $0.10 per share, both payable January 8, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 2, 2026. The Board said the 2025 annual dividend was set based on capital position, existing capital resources, and expected capital needs, and the Board expects to continue declaring quarterly dividends in 2026.
The Board also set the record date for Progressive’s annual meeting as the close of business on March 13, 2026, and the annual meeting will be held on May 8, 2026.
Positive
- Board declared $13.50 annual dividend per share for 2025
- Declared a $0.10 quarterly dividend payable Jan 8, 2026
- Board expects to continue declaring quarterly dividends in 2026
- Annual meeting record date set for Mar 13, 2026 and meeting on May 8, 2026
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, PGR gained 0.12%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Peers on Argus
While PGR was down 1.56%, key peers like CB, ALL, TRV, HIG, and CINF showed positive moves between 1.19% and 3.33%, indicating stock-specific weakness despite sector strength.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 09 | Partnership expansion | Positive | +1.4% | Expanded Best Egg personal loan access through Progressive’s customer ecosystem. |
| Dec 08 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +0.1% | Announced 2025 annual and quarterly dividends plus 2026 annual meeting dates. |
| Nov 19 | Monthly results | Positive | -0.9% | Reported higher net premiums, net income, and improved combined ratio for October. |
| Nov 06 | CSR initiative | Positive | +0.3% | Keys to Progress program donated 100 vehicles to veterans and organizations. |
| Oct 28 | Investor call notice | Neutral | -2.2% | Announced November 4 investor relations call and related filings timeline. |
Recent company news, including dividends and operating updates, has typically led to modest single‑day moves, with generally aligned reactions except for one notable divergence on strong monthly results.
Over the last few months, Progressive reported stronger operating and financial results, including October 2025 net income of $846M and a combined ratio of 89.7, and scheduled investor communications such as a November 4, 2025 investor relations call. It also announced community initiatives like donating 100 vehicles to veterans and expanded partnerships such as the Best Egg personal loan offering. Within this trajectory, the new $13.50 annual and $0.10 quarterly dividends and the 2026 annual meeting record date extend a pattern of regular shareholder and capital‑return updates.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement detailed Progressive’s 2025 capital return via an annual common share dividend of $13.50 per share and a continued quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share, both payable on January 8, 2026 to holders on January 2, 2026. It also set the record and meeting dates for the 2026 Annual Meeting. In context of recent strong operating results and prior regular dividends, investors may watch future dividend decisions and upcoming shareholder communications for consistency with this framework.
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MAYFIELD VILLAGE, OHIO, Dec. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On December 5, 2025, the Board of Directors of The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) declared an annual common share dividend, in the amount of
Both the annual and quarterly dividends are payable January 8, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 2, 2026. The annual dividend amount for 2025 was determined by the Board based on our capital position, existing capital resources, and expected current and future capital needs. The Board is expected to continue to declare quarterly dividends for 2026.
The Board also set the close of business on March 13, 2026, as the record date for the determination of shareholders entitled to notice of, and to vote at, Progressive’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which will be held on May 8, 2026.
About Progressive
Progressive Insurance® makes it easy to understand, buy and use car insurance, home insurance, and other protection needs. Progressive offers choices so consumers can reach us however it’s most convenient for them — online at progressive.com, by phone at 1-800-PROGRESSIVE, via the Progressive mobile app, or in-person with a local agent.
Progressive provides insurance for personal and commercial autos and trucks, motorcycles, boats, recreational vehicles, and homes; it is the second largest personal auto insurer in the country, a leading seller of commercial auto, motorcycle, and boat insurance, and one of the top 15 homeowners insurance carriers.
Founded in 1937, Progressive continues its long history of offering shopping tools and services that save customers time and money, like Name Your Price®, Snapshot®, and HomeQuote Explorer®.
The Common Shares of The Progressive Corporation, the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based holding company, trade publicly at NYSE: PGR.
Company Contact:
Douglas S. Constantine
(440) 395-3707
investor_relations@progressive.com
The Progressive Corporation
300 North Commons Blvd.
Mayfield Village, Ohio 44143
http://www.progressive.com
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