HANOVER INSURANCE GROUP, INC.

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. announced a new share repurchase program authorizing up to $700 million in repurchases, replacing the prior program which had $63 million remaining. The company also appointed Patricia A. Norton-Gatto as Principal Accounting Officer, succeeding Jeffrey M. Farber. Additionally, at its annual meeting, shareholders elected eight directors, approved executive compensation, and ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent auditor for 2026.

HANOVER INSURANCE GROUP, INC. reported a significant increase in net income and diluted EPS for Q1 2026, driven by higher premiums and net investment income. The company also actively managed its capital structure by repaying $375.0 million in short-term debt and repurchasing $86.9 million of common stock during the quarter. Operating cash flow saw a substantial increase.

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. reported record first-quarter net income of $186.8 million, or $5.20 per diluted share, and operating income of $188.5 million, or $5.25 per diluted share. The company achieved a combined ratio of 91.7% and an operating return on equity of 20.3%. Net premiums written increased by 3.2%, and net investment income grew by 19.6%.