The Hartford Insurance Group (NYSE:HIG) (NYSE:HIG) is a leading investment and insurance company with a history dating back to 1810. As one of the oldest property and casualty insurers in the United States, The Hartford has built a reputation for financial strength, innovation, and customer service. The company is publicly traded, and its shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker HIG.
The Hartford’s core business activities encompass three main segments: Commercial Property & Casualty, Personal Insurance, and Group Benefits. In its Commercial segment, the company offers a wide array of coverage solutions, including general liability, property, workers’ compensation, and specialty lines tailored to small businesses and middle-market clients. The Personal Insurance division provides homeowners, auto, and umbrella policies designed to protect individuals and families against everyday risks. Through its Group Benefits unit, The Hartford delivers employee benefits such as disability insurance, life insurance, and voluntary benefits, often in partnership with employers seeking to enhance workforce well-being.
In addition to its insurance operations, The Hartford maintains an asset management arm that serves both institutional and individual investors. This division offers a broad spectrum of investment strategies, spanning fixed income, equities, and alternative investments, and leverages a disciplined, risk-focused approach. While the company’s primary market is the United States, it also serves select international clients, particularly in the United Kingdom and Ireland, where it provides specialty insurance products and claims management services.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Christopher Swift, who took the helm in 2014, The Hartford has pursued a strategy centered on digital innovation, operational efficiency, and responsible growth. The executive team emphasizes strong governance, risk management, and community engagement, reflecting the company’s commitment to long-term value creation for policyholders, shareholders, and other stakeholders.
