Progressive Announces Updated Loss Estimates From Hurricane Ian
The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) updated its incurred loss estimates from Hurricane Ian. As of December 20, 2022, estimates for vehicle losses remain stable since November 2022. For the Property segment, the estimated loss and allocated loss adjustment expenses (ALAE) is now $1 billion, down from $1.4 billion as of September 30, reflecting a favorable adjustment of $400 million. The change will not affect December's operational results due to exceeding the $200 million retention threshold in reinsurance contracts. Further adjustments may occur as new claims are reported.
- Reduction in estimated loss and ALAE for property to $1 billion from $1.4 billion, a favorable change of $400 million.
- No operational impact on December results due to exceeded retention threshold under reinsurance contracts.
- None.
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, OHIO, Dec. 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) today reported updated incurred loss estimates related to Hurricane Ian, which made multiple landfalls beginning in late September 2022. As of December 20, 2022, our estimate, which is subject to change, for our vehicle losses, including boats and recreational vehicles, is essentially unchanged from November 2022. For our Property business, prior to giving effect to reinsurance, our loss and allocated loss adjustment expenses (ALAE) is estimated to be
We continue to evaluate and reserve for this catastrophe using our knowledge and experience of reporting patterns from many past storms, in addition to actual claims reported and assumptions specific to this hurricane. As further described in our periodic reports filed with the SEC, these estimates will continue to change, and could change materially, favorably or unfavorably, as additional information develops, and additional claims are reported.
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