The Hanover Insurance Group Inc · Q1 2021 earnings

Briefing

Hanover reported strong financial performance in the first quarter, despite unprecedented catastrophe activity. Net premiums written grew, and underlying underwriting performance was strong, demonstrated by a combined ratio, excluding catastrophes, of 87.3%.

The Hanover Insurance Group reported a net income of $92.7 million, or $2.51 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2021, compared to a net loss of $40.0 million in the prior-year quarter. Operating income was $61.4 million, or $1.66 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2021. Net premiums written increased by 5.2%, and the combined ratio was 98.8%.

• Net premiums written increased by 5.2%, reflecting growth in all segments.
• The combined ratio was 98.8%, and the combined ratio, excluding catastrophes, was 87.3%.
• Catastrophe losses amounted to $133.3 million, or 11.5% of net premiums earned, primarily due to freeze events in Texas and surrounding states.
• Rate increases of 6.1% were achieved in core commercial lines and 3.1% in Personal Lines.

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Revenue & EPS history

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