Cna Financial Corp.
CNA Financial Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, IL, is one of the largest commercial property and casualty insurance firms in the United States. Founded in 1897, CNA specializes in providing property and casualty insurance products and risk management services to businesses and professionals across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. CNA is a subsidiary of Loews Corporation, employs approximately 6,500 people, and serves clients ranging from small businesses to large financial institutions, focusing on underwriting, risk control, and tailored solutions for diverse industries.
Investment Strategy
CNA Financial Corporation focuses on maintaining its position as a top-tier property and casualty underwriter, managing risks associated with natural catastrophes, climate change, and evolving business exposures. Their investment portfolio is highly diversified, emphasizing fixed maturity securities (comprising 99% of investment income), with smaller allocations to equity securities, mortgage loans, and limited partnerships. The firm’s strategy prioritizes financial strength, prudent risk management, robust loss prevention, and customized insurance solutions for clients in sectors such as financial services, asset management, banking, and real estate. The company operates with an enterprise capital model specifically designed to mitigate costs from catastrophic events and supports sustained growth and reliability through strong underwriting discipline and a focus on regulatory compliance and emerging risks.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (14)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
E EPD | ENTERPRISE PRODS PARTNERS L | 15.91% | $31.0M | 1,000,000 | $23.84 | $31.01 | -$3.1M |
C COF | CAPITAL ONE FINL CORP | 10.92% | $21.3M | 100,000 | $187.67 | $212.76 | +$7.8M |
W WFC | WELLS FARGO CO NEW | 8.84% | $17.2M | 215,000 | $80.12 | $80.12 | +$17.2M |
L LNG | CHENIERE ENERGY INC | 8.12% | $15.8M | 65,000 | $158.58 | $243.52 | +$787.8K |
A AVTR | AVANTOR INC | 7.94% | $15.5M | 1,150,000 | $13.46 | $13.46 | +$15.5M |