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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose Progressive Corporation's financial results for the month of October 2005 and the year-to-date period ending October 2005, as per Regulation FD.

Where can I find the specific financial details?

The specific financial results and performance data are detailed in the News Release, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing.

What does Regulation FD disclosure mean for investors?

Regulation FD ensures that when a company releases material non-public information, it does so to the public at large, not selectively to certain individuals or groups. This filing ensures all investors have access to the same financial information simultaneously.

PGR 8-K: Regulation FD — Nov 17, 2005

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This 8-K filing from The Progressive Corporation (PGR), dated November 17, 2005, announces the company's financial results for the month and year-to-date period ending October 2005. The report primarily serves to disclose this information to the public in accordance with Regulation FD. Investors should refer to the attached News Release (Exhibit 99) for the specific financial figures and performance details for the period.

Key Highlights

1Progressive Corporation (PGR) filed an 8-K on November 17, 2005.
2The filing is to disclose financial results for October 2005.
3It also includes year-to-date financial performance ending October 2005.
4The disclosed information is contained in a News Release attached as Exhibit 99.
5This is a Regulation FD disclosure, ensuring timely and broad public dissemination of material information.

PROGRESSIVE CORP/OH/ 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Nov 17, 2005)

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