Old Republic International (NYSE:ORI), incorporated in 1923 and headquartered in Chicago, is a diversified insurance holding company offering a range of property and casualty coverages and title insurance services. Through its General Insurance Group, the company underwrites commercial and personal insurance products, including auto liability, workers’ compensation, builders risk, and surety bonds. Old Republic’s specialty lines serve niche markets such as transportation, environmental, and professional liability insurance, while its reinsurance operations provide risk transfer solutions to other insurers.
The Title Insurance Group, a key division of Old Republic International, delivers title insurance and escrow services for residential and commercial real estate transactions. Its nationwide network of local agencies and underwriting operations supports homebuyers, lenders, builders, and real estate professionals. The title segment also offers ancillary services such as closing and settlement administration, lien searches, and document preparation, aiming to streamline the property transfer process.
Old Republic’s business is conducted primarily across the United States and Canada, with selective international operations in London and other global markets. Its decentralized operating model empowers regional managers and underwriting executives to tailor products to local market conditions while maintaining centralized financial and risk management oversight. Over nearly a century, the company has built a stable financial foundation and a diversified portfolio designed to withstand economic cycles and evolving regulatory environments.
The company is governed by an experienced board of directors and a senior management team with deep roots in the insurance and financial services industries. Leadership emphasizes disciplined underwriting, conservative reserving practices, and strong capital management. Through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, Old Republic International continues to expand its market presence and enhance shareholder value while maintaining a focus on long-term stability and customer service.
