Question · Q4 2025
Daniel Lee sought more details on competitive dynamics within the specialty segment, particularly regarding competitive pressure in property lines versus pricing stabilization in management liability and professional/executive lines. He also inquired about the ongoing demand for Excess & Surplus (E&S) lines, asking if robust submission flows are continuing or subsiding.
Answer
President of Specialty Lines Bryan Salvatore acknowledged increased competition in property lines but highlighted the diversified portfolio. He noted that management liability saw double-digit growth in Q4 due to market stabilization and operating model efficiency, with professional liability also improving, providing confidence for 2026 growth. Bryan Salvatore confirmed no abatement in E&S activity, with double-digit growth throughout the year and in Q4, driven by high submission volume, Hanover's positioning in middle to smaller E&S, and a mix of retail-play and wholesale-play business.
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