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PROGRESSIVE CORP/OH/ 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jan 29, 2025)

Reports
Earnings & Results·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed January 29, 2025
Period End
January 29, 2025
Security
PGR
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K177

PGR filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 177 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Material agreement8-K · May ’17May ’17
  2. Leadership change8-K · Mar ’21Mar ’21
  3. Leadership change8-K · Jun ’26Jun ’26

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed January 29, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) reported unaudited results for December and full-year 2024 in a news release furnished under Item 2.02 of this 8-K, dated January 29, 2025.

For full-year 2024, net premiums written rose 21% to $74.4 billiona and net premiums earned rose 21% to $70.8 billion. Net income reached $8.48 billion, up from $3.90 billion in 2023, and diluted EPS was $14.40 versus $6.58. The full-year combined ratio improved to 88.8 from 2023's level of roughly 89.3 (quarterly and annual comparisons are shown in the release), while the December combined ratio of 84.1 was 0.7 points worse than December 2023.

December 2024 was softer on the investment side. Net realized losses on securities were $140 millionb for the month, driven by a $108 million holding-period loss, and the fixed-income portfolio returned -0.4% for the month. Net unrealized pretax losses on fixed-maturity securities widened to $1.79 billion.

Book value per common share was $43.67c at year-end, and the trailing 12-month return on average common equity was 35.5% on a net income basis. Policies in force grew 18% to nearly 35 million, with Personal Lines auto growth of 17% in agency and 25% in direct, reflecting strong top-line momentum. The filing is primarily an earnings disclosure with no new strategic announcements.

Investors should note that the December results include a $17 milliond tax benefit tied to ESOP dividends and a favorable catastrophe development from Hurricanes Helene and Milton in Personal Lines. The company also disclosed that its Q4 call is scheduled for March 4, 2025, and that its 10-K is planned for March 3, 2025. Management did not provide additional commentary on December results beyond the figures.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. Full-year 2024 net income of $8.48 billion (up 117% from $3.90 billion) and diluted EPS of $14.40 (vs. $6.58 in 2023).
  2. Net premiums written grew 21% to $74.4 billion for the full year; December NPW grew 22% to $5.96 billion.
  3. Full-year combined ratio of 88.8 reflects underwriting profitability, though December's 84.1 combined ratio was 0.7 points worse year over year.
  4. December investment results were weak: fixed-income returned -0.4% and total portfolio returned -0.5%, with $140 million of net realized losses on securities.
  5. Policies in force reached 34.95 million companywide, up 18%, with Direct auto up 25% and Agency auto up 17%.
  6. Book value per share was $43.67 at year-end 2024, and the company repurchased 79 million shares at an average cost of $266.98.
  7. Favorable prior accident year development of $416 million for the full year, with December's Personal Lines catastrophe ratio negative due to Hurricane Helene and Milton reserve releases.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How profitable was Progressive in 2024 compared with 2023?

    Net income rose to $8.48 billion in 2024 from $3.90 billion in 2023, and diluted EPS increased to $14.40 from $6.58. Growth was driven by a 21% increase in net premiums earned and a 2024 combined ratio of 88.8, which kept underwriting margins healthy despite higher other underwriting expenses.

  2. Why did Progressive's investment results weaken in December?

    December's total portfolio return was -0.5%, with fixed-income down 0.4% and common stocks down 3.0%. Net realized losses of $140 million included a $108 million holding-period loss, and net unrealized pretax losses on fixed-maturity securities widened by $577 million from November to $1.79 billion.

  3. Is Progressive's growth coming from both auto and other lines?

    Growth is concentrated in personal auto. Total Personal Lines vehicle NPW rose 25% for the full year, led by Direct auto up 27%, while Commercial Lines NPW grew 8% and Personal Lines property NPW declined 8% for December. Policies in force grew across all segments, with Commercial Lines up 4%.

  4. Are there upcoming events investors should watch?

    Progressive plans to file its 2024 Form 10-K on March 3, 2025, and hold its fourth-quarter Investor Relations call on March 4, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. ET. January 2025 results are scheduled for release on February 19, 2025, before market open.

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