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Earnings analysis · 10-Q

THG earnings analysis

Filed April 30, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report

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The Hanover Insurance Group reported a solid Q1 2026, with net income rising significantly to $186.8 million from $128.2 million year-over-year, primarily driven by improved underwriting results and increased net…

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The Hanover Insurance Group reported a solid Q1 2026, with net income rising significantly to $186.8 million from $128.2 million year-over-year, primarily driven by improved underwriting results and increased net investment income. While revenue slightly missed expectations at $1.56 billion, the company also achieved an EPS of $5.25, exceeding analyst estimates of $4.20. Overall performance was bolstered by lower current accident year losses, although some segments faced challenges, particularly with changing weather patterns affecting certain claims.

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Gross and operating margin

How much of each revenue dollar the business keeps.

32% Gross margin Operating margin Aug 2023 Oct 2024

One point per quarterly or annual filing. Both margins are shares of that report's revenue.

How we read each report

Our analysis across the last few reports.

Read as bullish Read as bearish Aug 2023 Apr 2026

Our model's reading of each filing, not the share price or the market's reaction. Annual and quarterly reports each occupy one position.

Reported figures

Earnings per share
$5.25
Segment
Core Commercial
Segment
Specialty
Segment
Personal Lines
Segment
Other

What stood out

  • Strong Earnings Beat

    Q1 2026 EPS reached $5.25, exceeding estimates of $4.20, representing a 25% surprise.

  • Increasing Net Income

    Net income rose to $186.8 million, up 46% from $128.2 million year-over-year.

  • Cash Flow Improvement

    Operating cash flow was $118.8 million, compared to $38.9 million in Q1 2025.

  • Segment Growth in Core Commercial

    Core Commercial premiums written increased by 4.3% to $630.4 million.

  • Lower Catastrophe Losses

    Catastrophe losses for Q1 totaled $98.9 million, relatively stable compared to previous periods.

  • Increased Net Premiums Written

    Total net premiums written increased by $48.9 million year-over-year.

What to watch

  • Catastrophe Loss Risks

    Catastrophe losses increased to $98.9 million in Q1 2026 from $95.6 million in Q1 2025.

  • Regulatory Challenges

    Ongoing regulatory scrutiny may impose limitations on premium adjustments.

  • Market Volatility

    Potential adverse effects from market volatility impacting investment portfolio values.

Management's outlook

No specific numeric guidance provided; outlook discussed generally.

Earlier filings 4

10-K · February 20, 2026

THG presents a diversified property & casualty portfolio with consolidated operating revenues of approximately $6.6 billion in 2025 and three balanced segments (Personal Lines $2.7B, Core Commercial $2.4B, Specialty…

10-Q · July 31, 2025

THG reported a strong quarter: total revenues rose to $1,654.4 million (Q2 2025) from $1,536.7 million (Q2 2024) and net income increased to $157.1 million (Q2 2025) from $40.5 million (Q2 2024), driving diluted EPS to…

10-Q · May 1, 2025

THG reported sequentially stronger underlying underwriting and investment results for the quarter: total revenues rose to $1,603.2 million and net income increased to $128.2 million (diluted EPS $3.50) for the three…

10-K · February 24, 2025

THG (Hanover) presents a diversified P&C franchise with three balanced businesses: Personal Lines ($2.6 billion; 40.6% of consolidated operating revenues), Core Commercial ($2.3 billion; 36.8%), and Specialty ($1.4…

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