What is the company's exposure to market risk as of March 31, 2010?

As of March 31, 2010, Progressive's total investment portfolio had a 66-day Value-at-Risk (VaR) of $(266.5) million, representing 1.7% of the portfolio and 4.3% of shareholders' equity. This indicates a moderate exposure to short-term volatility, with diversification benefits noted between fixed income and equity components.

What is the status of Progressive's share repurchase program?

In the first quarter of 2010, Progressive repurchased a total of 2,428,961 shares for approximately $17.53 per share. These repurchases are part of a standing authorization from the Board of Directors to buy back up to 50 million common shares, aimed at neutralizing dilution from equity compensation and returning underleveraged capital.

How is executive compensation structured, particularly with regard to performance?

Executive compensation includes performance-based restricted stock units that are contingent on achieving specific growth and profitability targets. These targets involve outperforming market growth rates in auto insurance segments and maintaining a combined ratio of 96 or lower. The number of units that vest can range from zero to 200% of the initial award value, directly linking executive rewards to the company's financial and market performance.

Have there been any significant changes in Progressive's risk factors or internal controls?

No, the filing states that there have been no material changes in the risk factors previously disclosed in the company's 2009 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Additionally, Progressive's management, including the CEO and CFO, has concluded that its disclosure controls and procedures are effective, and there have been no material changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter.

PGR 10-Q Quarterly Report Q1 FY2010 — Revenue, Net Income, EPS

Summary

This 10-Q filing for Progressive Corporation (PGR) as of March 30, 2010, indicates no material changes in the company's risk factors or internal financial reporting controls compared to its previous annual report. The filing details the company's investment portfolio's exposure to market risk, specifically interest rate and equity volatility, using Value-at-Risk (VaR) metrics. Progressive also outlines its share repurchase program and recent equity award grants to management and employees, highlighting a focus on neutralizing dilution and returning capital. The compensation structure for executives includes performance-based restricted stock units tied to premium growth and profitability targets, suggesting management is incentivized to achieve specific business objectives.

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Beta

Revenue

$3.67B

Net Income

$295.60M

0.1% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.44

Total Assets

$21.05B

Cash & Equivalents

$155.10M

Free Cash Flow

$653.00M

Financial Statements

Beta

Revenue	$3.67B
Interest Expense	$35.20M
Net Income	$295.60M
EPS (Basic)	$0.45
EPS (Diluted)	$0.44
Shares Outstanding (Basic)	661.40M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)	666.40M

Key Highlights

1No material changes reported in risk factors or internal controls over financial reporting.
2Investment portfolio's 66-day VaR at 99% confidence was $(266.5) million, representing 4.3% of shareholders' equity, showing diversified risk exposure.
3Progressive repurchased 2,428,961 shares in Q1 2010 for an average price of $17.53 per share, under an ongoing 50 million share repurchase authorization.
4The company granted 1,920,000 time-based restricted stock units to management employees and additional units to executive officers, with vesting over several years.
5Performance-based restricted stock units are tied to exceeding market growth rates in private passenger auto and commercial auto businesses and achieving a combined ratio of 96 or lower.
6Executive compensation includes awards where the number of vested units can range from 0% to 200% of the initial award value, depending on performance against market growth and profitability goals.
7The CEO, Glenn M. Renwick, received a substantial equity award with both time-based and performance-based components.

PROGRESSIVE CORP/OH/ Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2010

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