The Hartford Reports Q3 2026 Results with Increased Net Income and Dividend Hike
The Hartford (HIG) reported third-quarter 2026 financial results characterized by a significant increase in net income available to common stockholders, reaching $1.3 billion or $4.82 per diluted share, up from $1.1 billion in the prior year. While core earnings saw a slight 6% decrease to $956 million due to various factors including higher catastrophe losses, the company's Return on Equity (ROE) for the trailing 12 months rose to 25.0%, a notable increase of 4.7 percentage points. The company demonstrated strength in its Business Insurance and Employee Benefits segments, with written premiums growing in both areas. Despite facing intense competition in the personal automobile market which led to a 4% decline in personal insurance written premiums, The Hartford improved its combined ratios through pricing increases. Additionally, the company announced a 12% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.67 per share and continued aggressive capital return via a $475 million share repurchase program.
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