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Travelers Companies reported a remarkable first quarter for 2022, achieving net income of $1.018 billion or $4.15 per diluted share, up 45% from the previous year. Core income surged 55% to $1.037 billion ($4.22/share). The company declared a 6% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.93 per share, marking 18 years of consecutive increases. Furthermore, net written premiums reached a record $8.367 billion, reflecting an 11% year-over-year growth across all segments. Despite a 5.3% improvement in the combined ratio, book value per share decreased 5% year-over-year.

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) released the 2022 Travelers Risk Index on distracted driving, highlighting alarming trends in driver behavior. While one-third of respondents believe their driving has improved, many admit to using their phones while driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports a 20% increase in car crashes and fatalities since 2019. Furthermore, 86% of business managers expect employees to respond to work-related communications while driving, contributing to 42% of respondents admitting to doing so. The findings underscore the need for awareness and intervention to combat distracted driving risks.

Providence has appointed Anna Newsom as the new executive vice president and chief legal officer, effective next month. Newsom, who previously worked at The Travelers Companies (NYSE: TRV) since 2013, served as group general counsel overseeing over 1,000 legal professionals. She emphasizes advocating for healthcare rights and promoting health equity. Providence's CEO, Rod Hochman, expressed confidence that Newsom's expertise will enhance the organization's mission to serve vulnerable communities. With her strong legal background, Providence aims to innovate healthcare delivery.

The Travelers Institute announces its webinar series, Wednesdays with Woodward, focusing on critical insurance topics. Upcoming sessions include discussions on driver distraction, personal insurance market trends, LinkedIn strategies, and combating insurance crime. Notable speakers include research scientists, Travelers executives, and former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams. Each free webinar aims to provide insights into challenges and opportunities in the insurance sector, engaging agents, brokers, and customers. Events are scheduled for March through June 2022, available at 1 p.m. ET.

The Travelers Institute will host a webinar on March 16 featuring former U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel. The session, titled "Global Hot Spots and Geopolitical Risks," aims to discuss the impact of geopolitical challenges on businesses. Topics include the Ukraine conflict, U.S.-China relations, supply chain issues, and cybersecurity. The event, moderated by Joan Woodward, is part of the Wednesdays with Woodward series and is free to the public. Interested participants can register here.

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) will discuss its Q1 2022 financial results on April 19 at 9 a.m. ET. The results will be available earlier that morning, and investors can join via webcast or by phone. Access to a slide presentation, statistical supplement, and live audio will be provided on their investor relations website. Replay options will be available for a year post-event for webcasts and 30 days for telephone access. Travelers, a prominent property casualty insurer, generated revenues of approximately $35 billion in 2021.

The Travelers Institute will host a webinar on March 2 at 1:00 pm ET titled “Power Up: Growth Opportunities in Renewable Energy.” The event aims to explore the renewable energy market, focusing on wind, solar, battery energy storage, and biomass. Eileen Kauffman, Travelers' Vice President, emphasized the company's longstanding involvement in alternative energy since the late 1990s. The session will feature discussions by industry experts, including Duncan Frederick from Rosendin Renewable Energy Group and Justin Johnson from Arevon, highlighting potential benefits and challenges in the sector.