What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and make available The Progressive Corporation's financial results for the month and quarter ended September 2005. This is done by referencing an attached News Release (Exhibit 99).

Where can I find the detailed financial results mentioned in this filing?

The detailed financial results are contained within the News Release, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing. Investors should review Exhibit 99 for specific figures and performance metrics.

What financial periods are covered by the reported results?

The reported financial results cover the month, the quarter, and the year-to-date periods that concluded in September 2005.

Is there any new financial data directly presented in the 8-K document itself?

No, the 8-K filing itself does not present the detailed financial data. It directs investors to the accompanying News Release (Exhibit 99) for the specific operational and financial condition results.

PGR 8-K: Earnings & Results

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Progressive Corporation (PGR) filed an 8-K on October 12, 2005, primarily to announce its financial results for the month and quarter ended September 2005. The filing references a "News Release" (Exhibit 99) which contains these specific financial details. Investors should refer to this attached News Release for the complete breakdown of operational and financial performance for the reported periods. This 8-K serves as the official notification of the release of this crucial financial information, allowing the market to assess the company's recent performance.

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1Filing Date: October 12, 2005
2Company: The Progressive Corporation (PGR)
3Filing Type: 8-K Current Report
4Key Event: Disclosure of September 2005 financial results via News Release (Exhibit 99)
5Reporting Periods Covered: Month, quarter, and year-to-date ended September 2005
6Purpose: To formally announce and provide access to the company's latest financial performance data.

PROGRESSIVE CORP/OH/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 12, 2005)

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