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- **Record Earnings Growth**: Q3 core earnings of $1.1 billion, driven by 9% Business Insurance premium growth and 8.3% Employee Benefits margin.
- **Pricing Discipline**: Business Insurance renewal pricing at 7.3% (ex workers' comp), with auto and property pricing remaining strong.
- **Strategic Tech Investments**: $500 million annual spend on AI and digital platforms, supporting 47% E&S binding growth and 11% Small Business package product expansion.
- **Capital Confidence**: 15% dividend increase and $400 million share repurchase, backed by 18.4% trailing ROE and upgraded credit ratings.
- **Market Position**: Leading in Small Business with 5% market share, leveraging digital tools to enhance agent efficiency and customer retention.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Record Q3 Core Earnings**: $1.1 billion or $3.78 per diluted share, driven by strong growth across Business Insurance, Personal Insurance, and Employee Benefits.
- **Business Insurance Growth**: Written premium up 9% year-over-year, with Small Business up 11% and E&S binding reaching $100 million in the quarter. Middle & Large business grew 10% with solid margins.
- **Pricing Discipline**: Business Insurance renewal pricing at 7.3% (ex workers' comp), with auto and property pricing remaining strong. Property premium expected to reach $3.3 billion annually.
- **Strategic Initiatives**: Launch of Prevail Agency in 6 states, leveraging AI and digital platforms to enhance customer experience. Expansion of One Hartford approach for seamless coverage quoting.
- **Capital Allocation**: 15% dividend increase to $0.60 per share, reflecting confidence in earnings sustainability.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Performance**: Core earnings of $1.77 billion, with Business Insurance contributing $723 million and Personal Insurance $143 million. Trailing 12-month ROE of 18.4%.
- **Expense Management**: Business Insurance expense ratio stable at 31.1%, Personal Insurance at 25.8%. Catastrophe losses of $70 million before tax, with $95 million favorable prior year development.
- **Investment Results**: Net investment income of $759 million, with a 4.6% annualized portfolio yield. Private equity returns of 6.7% before tax.
- **Capital Actions**: $400 million share repurchase in Q3, with $1.95 billion remaining under the program. Dividend increase underscores strong capital generation.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **Workers' Comp Pricing**: Market remains steady with slight rate increases, driven by stable loss trends. No significant rate hikes expected in 12-18 months.
- **Small Business Growth**: E&S binding up 47%, Small Business package product growth fueled by digital tools and agent partnerships.
- **Personal Insurance Strategy**: Auto combined ratio improved 3.6 points, focusing on retention with moderating renewal pricing. Prevail Agency expansion aims to capture 30 states by early 2027.
- **Technology Investment**: $500 million annual tech spend on AI, claims automation, and customer experience. Cloud migration nearing completion, with AWS Connect rollouts enhancing service efficiency.
- **Capital Allocation**: Prioritizing dividend growth and share buybacks while maintaining strong capital ratios, supported by S&P and Moody's upgrades.

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