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The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) is a holding company for several property and casualty insurance companies that together constitute one of the largest insurance businesses in the United States, according to the company’s public statements. This news page aggregates coverage related to The Hanover’s insurance operations, financial performance, capital management, and product developments.
Company news releases highlight The Hanover’s focus on providing standard and specialized insurance protection for small and mid-sized businesses, as well as for homes, automobiles, and other personal items. Updates often describe new or enhanced offerings in areas such as complex industrial property risks and life sciences organizations, reflecting the company’s activity in specialty commercial insurance within its broader property and casualty framework.
Investors and other readers can expect news about quarterly and full-year financial results, including combined ratios, net income, operating income, and segment performance in Core Commercial, Specialty, and Personal Lines, as reported by the company. Announcements also cover dividend declarations and increases, debt issuance and redemptions, and participation in investor conferences, illustrating how The Hanover manages its capital structure and engages with the investment community.
In addition, The Hanover publishes news about external recognitions, such as inclusion on lists compiled by TIME and Forbes, and other awards related to workplace and corporate responsibility. Together, these items provide context on how the company presents its role as a U.S.-based property and casualty insurer serving individuals, families, and businesses. This page offers a centralized view of those public communications over time.
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.
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of "a+" for The Hanover Insurance Group's (NYSE: THG) property/casualty subsidiaries. The parent company's Long-Term ICR of "bbb+" and all Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings were also affirmed with a stable outlook.
The ratings reflect Hanover's strongest level balance sheet strength, adequate operating performance, and favorable business profile. Key highlights include strong risk-adjusted capitalization, solid organic surplus growth over five years, stable loss reserves, and comprehensive reinsurance program. The company showed improved operating performance in 2024, driven by rate increases and reduced catastrophe losses compared to 2023.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE:THG) reported outstanding Q2 2025 results with net income of $157.1 million ($4.30 per diluted share) and operating income of $158.7 million ($4.35 per diluted share). The company achieved a combined ratio of 92.5% and strong returns with net and operating ROE of 20.1% and 18.7%, respectively.
Key performance metrics include net premiums written growth of 4.1%, significant renewal price increases across segments (Personal Lines 12.3%, Core Commercial 10.7%, Specialty 7.8%), and net investment income of $105.5 million, up 16.7% year-over-year. Book value per share increased to $89.62, up 6.0% from March 31, 2025.
The company demonstrated strong performance across all business segments, with catastrophe losses of $107.5 million (7.0 points of combined ratio) and returned approximately $124 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases year-to-date.
The Hanover Insurance Group (NYSE: THG) has launched Workers' Comp Advantage, a new digital platform enhancement designed to streamline workers' compensation insurance processing for small businesses. The platform, integrated into The Agency Place (TAP) Sales, enables bindable quotes in under 2 minutes with up to 90% straight-through processing.
Key features include a simplified entry process requiring only seven data points, pricing flexibility with state-specific safety credits, and instant electronic policy delivery. The service is currently available in 8 states, with South Carolina and Tennessee joining in August. Additional features include Nurse Triage 24 for immediate injury response and Hanover EZ Pay for flexible billing options.