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PROGRESSIVE CORP/OH/ · 2026-09-21 · Importance 43 · Surprise 32 · In source text
Progressive pays a reliable regular dividend of $0.40 annually. Most shareholder distributions come from a variable annual dividend tied to underwriting profitability rather than a fixed quarterly payout. BMO increased its estimate for Progressive’s 2026 special variable dividend to $11, citing stronger year-to-date EPS trends and excess capital, while noting better-than-expected commercial auto profit margins in August.
Key facts
- BMO increased its year-end 2026 special variable dividend estimate for Progressive to $11. source
- Progressive's reliable payout is $0.40 annually, with the majority of its dividend coming from a highly variable annual dividend tied to underwriting profitability. source
- BMO stated Progressive has significant excess capital, supporting potential higher dividend distributions. source
Impact estimates
| metric | direction | stage | expected | basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cash | negative | contingent | — | BMO increased its year-end 2026 special variable dividend estimate for Progressive to $11. |