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The Hartford names new chief risk officer, expands two executive roles

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:00:18 -0400

The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) announced several leadership changes set to take effect Nov. 2, including an expanded role for its chief information officer, a broadened mandate for its chief claims officer, and the appointment of a new chief risk officer.

Shekar Pannala, who has served as chief information officer since March 2025, will take on oversight of the company's Data and Artificial Intelligence functions in addition to his existing Technology responsibilities. Pannala previously served as global CIO at Chubb and as chief technology officer at S&P Global.

Chief Claims Officer Stephen Deane will add oversight of Operations to his current responsibilities. Deane

The Hartford Announces Leadership Changes

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Insurer expands Shekar Pannala’s role as chief information officer to include Data and Artificial Intelligence
Chief Claims Officer Stephen Deane’s role expanded to include Operations
James M. Yanosy, current chief financial officer for Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, Claims and centralized services, named chief risk officer

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Hartford announced expanded roles for two key executives, and appointed a new chief risk officer, in a leadership and organizational change that will take effect Nov. 2. Data and Artificial Intelligence will be combined with the Technology organization, under Chief Information Officer Shekar Pannala’s leadership. Chief

The Hartford Announces Leadership Changes

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Insurer expands Shekar Pannala’s role as chief information officer to include Data and Artificial Intelligence
Chief Claims Officer Stephen Deane’s role expanded to include Operations
James M. Yanosy, current chief financial officer for Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, Claims and centralized services, named chief risk officer

Hartford closes acquisition of Equitable's employee benefits unit

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:26:12 -0400

The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) has completed its acquisition of Equitable's Employee Benefits business, which represents approximately $500 million in premium in non-medical benefits, along with related technology assets, according to a press release from the company.

The acquired portfolio includes group life, disability, paid family and medical leave, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage. The transaction also includes approximately 300 employees and technology that supports digital capabilities and real-time API integrations.

Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The Hartford said the acquisition is intended to expand its non-medical product offerings and technology serving small and midsize employers. Christopher Swift, chairman and

The Hartford Closes Acquisition Of Equitable’s Employee Benefits Business

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Purchase expands non-medical product offerings and technology serving small and midsize employers

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Hartford completed its acquisition of Equitable’s1 Employee Benefits business, which represents approximately $500 million in premium in non-medical benefits and Equitable’s Employee Benefits technology. The acquisition accelerates The Hartford’s Employee Benefits growth strategy by expanding product offerings and technology focused on small and midsize employers.

“Today’s closing marks an important milestone that strengthens our leadership in employee benefits and small business and reinforces our commitment to this important business segment,” said The Hartford’s Chairman and CEO Christopher Swift. “By

The Hartford Closes Acquisition Of Equitable’s Employee Benefits Business

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:26:00 -0400

Purchase expands non-medical product offerings and technology serving small and midsize employers

Hartford Financial Services (HIG) PT Lowered to $137 at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:14:39 -0400

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods analyst Meyer Shields lowered the price target on Hartford Financial Services (NYSE: HIG) to $137.00 (from $144.00) while maintaining a Market Perform rating.

Hartford Financial Services (HIG) PT Lowered to $158 at Wells Fargo

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 06:29:24 -0400

Wells Fargo analyst Elyse Greenspan lowered the price target on Hartford Financial Services (NYSE: HIG) to $158.00 (from $164.00) while maintaining a Overweight rating.

Truist Securities Starts Hartford Financial Services (HIG) at Hold

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:08:05 -0400

Truist Securities analyst Mark Hughes initiates coverage on Hartford Financial Services (NYSE: HIG) with a Hold rating and a price target of $137.00.

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Shares of Hartford Financial Services closed at $129.11 yesterday.

Hartford Financial Services (HIG) PT Lowered to $144 at Mizuho

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:44:19 -0400

Mizuho analyst Yaron Kinar lowered the price target on Hartford Financial Services (NYSE: HIG) to $144.00 (from $154.00) while maintaining a Neutral rating.

Hartford Financial Services (HIG) PT Lowered to $149 at UBS

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:03:32 -0400

UBS analyst Brian Meredith lowered the price target on Hartford Financial Services (NYSE: HIG) to $149.00 (from $155.00) while maintaining a Buy rating.

Hartford Financial Services (HIG) PT Lowered to $135 at Morgan Stanley

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:26:17 -0400

Morgan Stanley analyst Bob Huang lowered the price target on Hartford Financial Services (NYSE: HIG) to $135.00 (from $145.00) while maintaining a Equalweight rating.

The Hartford names new CEO effective March 2027

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:02:03 -0400

The Hartford Financial Services Group (NYSE: HIG) announced that its board of directors has named company President A. Morris "Mo" Tooker as its next chief executive officer, succeeding Christopher Swift. Both appointments take effect March 1, 2027.

Tooker will also join the board of directors effective Oct. 1, 2026. Swift will transition to the role of executive chair, a position he intends to hold through the second half of 2027.

Tooker joined The Hartford in 2015 as chief underwriting officer and has held roles of increasing responsibility over the past 11 years. In his current role as president, he has overseen business

The Hartford names new CEO effective March 2027

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:02:03 -0400

Tooker will also join the board of directors effective Oct. 1, 2026. Swift will transition to the role of executive chair, a position he intends to hold through the second half of 2027.

Tooker joined The Hartford in 2015 as chief underwriting officer and has held roles of increasing responsibility over the past 11 years. In his current role as president, he has overseen business

Form 8-K HARTFORD INSURANCE GROUP For: Sep 30

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:01:00 -0400

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The Hartford Announces CEO Succession

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Company President A. Morris “Mo” Tooker named CEO, effective March 1, 2027
Christopher Swift to become executive chair, following transformational tenure as CEO

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Hartford’s Board of Directors has named company President A. Morris “Mo” Tooker to succeed Christopher Swift as its next CEO. Swift will transition to the role of executive chair of the board. Both appointments are effective March 1, 2027. In addition, Tooker will join the board, effective Oct. 1, 2026.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260930674905/en/

Company President A. Morris “Mo” Tooker named CEO, effective March 1, 2027

Christopher Swift to become executive chair, following transformational tenure as CEO

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260930674905/en/

The Hartford is partnering with the University of California, Berkeley’s Bakar Labs for Energy & Materials (BL-EM) to help startup companies who are developing next-generation energy and materials technologies. The insurer will support the initiative, as well as provide counseling, educational programming and other mentorship opportunities to its entrepreneurial tenants.

Working alongside researchers and entrepreneurs, The Hartford will offer practical insurance and risk-management expertise to companies in their formative stage. Potential areas of collaboration will include real-world case studies of early-stage company engagement with insurers, examples of changing risk profiles as

The Hartford Partners With UC Berkeley’s Bakar Labs For Energy & Materials To Support Innovation, Emerging Companies

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:30:00 -0400

HARTFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Hartford is partnering with the University of California, Berkeley’s Bakar Labs for Energy & Materials (BL-EM) to help startup companies who are developing next-generation energy and materials technologies. The insurer will support the initiative, as well as provide counseling, educational programming and other mentorship opportunities to its entrepreneurial tenants.

The Hartford Partners With UC Berkeley’s Bakar Labs For Energy & Materials To Support Innovation, Emerging Companies

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:30:00 -0400