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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 (NYSE: THG) reported record third quarter results for 2025, with net income $178.7M ($4.90 per diluted share) and operating income $185.6M ($5.09 per diluted share). The company delivered a combined ratio of 91.1% (88.1% excluding catastrophes) and operating return on equity of 21.1% for Q3 2025.
Other highlights: net premiums written +4.5%, net investment income $117.0M (+27.5%), catastrophe losses of $46.2M, and book value per share of $96.00 (up 21.2% year-to-date).
The Hanover (NYSE: THG) released its 2025 Homeowners Coverage Awareness Report, a Harris Poll survey of 991 U.S. homeowners ages 30+ conducted Aug. 12–14, 2025. The report finds large gaps between awareness and actual adoption of four coverages:
- Cyber: 46% awareness, 7% covered
- Umbrella: 83% aware, 23% covered; 66% would consider adding after explanation
- Valuables: 87% aware, 26% covered
- Recreational vehicle: 94% heard of it, 31% discussed with agent
The survey shows 81% of homeowners rate customer service as very important, and the sample margin of error is ±3.8 percentage points at 95% confidence.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has scheduled the release of its third quarter financial results for Wednesday, October 29, 2025, after market close. The company will host a webcast to discuss the results on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Investors and interested parties can access the webcast through the company's website at hanover.com.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has achieved significant recognition by being named to TIME's World's Best Companies list for the third consecutive year and Forbes' America's Best Insurance Companies for the fifth year. The company was evaluated based on criteria including revenue growth, employee satisfaction, and sustainability transparency, requiring a minimum revenue of $100 million.
The Forbes recognition was based on a survey of over 18,000 insurance policyholders, evaluating factors such as customer satisfaction, loyalty, and service quality. The Hanover, with over 4,900 employees nationwide, has also been recognized as a Best Place to Work by U.S. News & World Report and one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.90 per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 26, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 12, 2025.
The company included cautionary statements regarding forward-looking statements, noting that future dividend payments are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could affect the board's decisions on future payments.
AM Best has assigned a Long-Term Issue Credit Rating of "bbb+" (Good) to The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG)'s newly issued $500 million senior unsecured notes. The notes carry a 5.5% interest rate and are due in 2035.
The rating outlook is stable, and all other ratings for The Hanover and its subsidiaries remain unchanged. The company plans to use the proceeds to repay upcoming debt maturities and for general corporate purposes. AM Best confirms that financial leverage and coverage measures align with their rating guidelines and are expected to maintain compliance post-issuance.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has announced a significant expansion of its Business Owner's Advantage product to serve a broader range of life sciences organizations. The enhanced offering specifically targets early-stage and smaller businesses in the life sciences sector, complementing their existing coverage for mid-size operations.
The expanded product, available through The Agency Place (TAP) Sales platform, now covers over 15 new classes of life sciences organizations, including medical device manufacturers, contract research organizations, digital health companies, and pharmaceutical firms. Key features include tailored coverage enhancements, streamlined digital experience, and expanded class eligibility, all supported by specialized underwriters.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) announced that CEO John C. Roche and CFO Jeffrey M. Farber will participate in a fireside chat at the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Insurance Conference on September 4, 2025.
The discussion will take place from 11:20 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. E.T. and will be broadcast live through the company's website at hanover.com under "Investors." A replay will be available approximately one hour after the event concludes.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has announced the pricing of $500 million senior unsecured notes with a 5.50% interest rate, due September 1, 2035. The company plans to use the proceeds to repay its existing 7.625% Senior Notes due October 2025 and 4.500% Senior Notes due April 2026, along with general corporate purposes.
The debt offering is expected to close around August 21, 2025, subject to customary conditions. Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Morgan Stanley are serving as joint book-running managers for the offering, which is being made through an effective shelf registration with the SEC.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has appointed Toni E. Mitchell as president of its technology and life sciences business. Mitchell, who previously served as the Pacific Region executive, brings extensive experience from her roles at The Hanover, One Beacon, and Atlantic Mutual.
Since joining The Hanover in 2010, Mitchell has held key positions including regional chief underwriting officer for middle market and expanded her leadership to the Midwest region. The appointment aims to strengthen the company's 15-year-old technology and life sciences segment, focusing on expanding market presence and delivering specialized insurance solutions through partnerships with independent agents and brokers.