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Mar 31, 2020
Hanover Q1 2020 Earnings Report
The Hanover reported a net loss but operating income increased, driven by growth in profitable businesses and improved combined ratio, excluding catastrophes.
Key Takeaways
The Hanover Insurance Group reported a net loss of $40.0 million for the first quarter of 2020, compared to a net income of $122.4 million in the prior-year quarter. However, operating income increased to $86.8 million, up from $80.7 million in the prior-year quarter. The combined ratio improved to 95.2%, and net premiums written increased by 3.5%.
Operating income of $2.23 per diluted share, up 13.8% from the prior-year quarter.
First quarter combined ratio of 95.2%, improved from 95.8% in the first quarter 2019; combined ratio, excluding catastrophes of 91.9%, improved from 92.2%.
Net premiums written increase of 3.5% primarily reflected growth in most profitable businesses.
Price increases of 5.9% in Core Commercial Lines and 5.1% in Personal Lines.
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
The company did not provide specific forward guidance but expressed confidence in managing through the impacts of COVID-19 and delivering superior industry results.
Positive Outlook
- Strong financial position
- Thoughtful and conservative underwriting practices
- Diversified and carefully constructed product portfolio
- Broad-based profitability
- Solid balance sheet and ample liquidity
Challenges Ahead
- Unprecedented times defined by the COVID-19 global pandemic
- Uncertainty related to the impacts of COVID-19
- Potential for economic disruption
- Market volatility
- Potential for increased claims
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