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CNA says Q2 2026 core income slips to $324 million as higher loss ratio offsets investment income gain

PUBT·08/03/2026 10:01:41
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CNA says Q2 2026 core income slips to $324 million as higher loss ratio offsets investment income gain
  • CNA posted Q2 2026 core income of USD 324 million, helped by net investment income of USD 701 million, up 6%.
  • Corporate results absorbed a USD 77 million after-tax charge tied to unfavorable development in legacy mass tort abuse claims, citing social inflation.
  • Property & Casualty all-in combined ratio was 96.5%, including USD 60 million of catastrophe losses; underlying combined ratio was 94.2%.
  • Net written premium rose 4% with new business up 11% to USD 718 million; management cited selective pullbacks in undisciplined property markets.
  • Expense ratio was 29.7%; management kept loss picks conservative, kept long-run trend assumptions unchanged, continued investment in AI and technology.


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