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The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. reports developments in its property and casualty insurance business, which is conducted through insurance subsidiaries and distributed through independent agents and brokers. News commonly covers operating results across Core Commercial, Specialty, Personal Lines and Other, including net premiums written, renewal pricing, rate changes, loss and loss adjustment expense trends, combined ratios and catastrophe losses.
Company updates also address net investment income, book value, dividend declarations, annual shareholder meeting matters and financial-services conference participation. The recurring coverage reflects an insurance holding company whose earnings are shaped by underwriting performance, catastrophe experience, pricing discipline, expenses, investment portfolio returns and capital management.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) announced a CEO succession plan in which president and CEO John “Jack” C. Roche intends to retire on December 31, 2026 after a 40-year insurance career. The board has appointed chief operating officer and Hanover Agency Markets president Richard “Dick” W. Lavey as CEO-elect, working closely with Roche to enable an orderly transition.
Roche, who became CEO in 2017, led The Hanover to record operating earnings, stock price appreciation and a stronger position in the independent agency channel. Lavey, with the company since 2004, currently oversees core commercial and personal lines that together represent 75% of The Hanover’s $7 billion consolidated gross premiums written. The company plans to discuss the transition during its July 29, 2026 earnings call and at its investor day on September 17, 2026.
The Hanover (NYSE: THG) has been named to U.S. News & World Report's 2026-2027 Best Companies to Work For list, its fourth consecutive year receiving this honor.
The ranking evaluated over 1,300 companies on pay, benefits, work-life balance, stability, comfort, and career development.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE:THG) plans to release its second quarter 2026 financial results after the market closes on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. A webcast discussion will follow on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET via hanover.com.
The company is a holding company for several property and casualty insurers, offering standard and specialized coverage for small and mid-sized businesses and personal insurance customers through independent agents and brokers.
The Hanover (NYSE: THG) released its 2026 Home Report highlighting a coverage confidence gap among homeowners. While 90% are concerned about protecting homes and belongings, many have not confirmed key coverages such as identity fraud protection (46%), service line coverage (41%), water backup (38%), and personal property replacement cost (24%).
The survey also found 81% of homeowners view comprehensive protection as essential or very important, and 74% prefer broader protection even at higher cost, indicating a disconnect between desired coverage and understanding of existing policies.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.95 per common share. The dividend is payable on June 26, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 12, 2026.
The Hanover (NYSE:THG) expanded its motorcycle and off-road vehicle (ORV) insurance, broadening availability across additional U.S. states and supporting its total account strategy for agents and customers.
Motorcycle coverage now includes Maryland and Virginia, while ORV coverage extends to Maine, New Hampshire, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
- Key features: agreed value option for motorcycles
- $1,500 custom equipment and $1,000 rider safety apparel coverage
- Hanover Platinum deductible waiver for bundled accounts
Motorcycle and ORV can be added to any Hanover auto policy, with further ORV expansion planned.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE:THG) announced board approval of a new $700 million share repurchase authorization, replacing a prior program with about $63 million remaining. The company can buy back shares over time via open market, privately negotiated, accelerated repurchase, or other transactions, including possible Rule 10b5-1 plans.
Management describes the authorization as aligned with a disciplined, flexible capital management approach that balances business investment with capital returns and targets long-term shareholder value. The announcement includes customary forward-looking statement cautions about future repurchases, profitability, and earnings durability.
The Hanover (NYSE: THG) reported record Q1 2026 net income of $186.8M ($5.20 per diluted share) and operating income of $188.5M ($5.25 per diluted share).
Key metrics: combined ratio 91.7% (ex-CAT 85.4%), net premiums written +3.2% to $1,559.7M, catastrophe losses $98.9M, net investment income $126.9M (+19.6%), and book value per share $101.86. The company repurchased ~$101M of shares year-to-date and will host an earnings call on April 30.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) will hold its annual meeting of shareholders on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET at its headquarters, 440 Lincoln Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, with a live audio-only webcast available on the company's investor website.
Shareholders of record as of March 19, 2026 may participate; proxy materials and voting instructions are available in the 2026 proxy statement and at www.proxydocs.com/THG.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) will release first quarter 2026 financial results after market close on April 29, 2026. The company will host a webcast discussion of results on April 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET accessible via hanover.com.
Investors may listen live on the company website and find post-event materials there. Contact information for investor and media inquiries is provided.