William Donnell Buys Shares of The Hanover Insurance Group

William Donnell recently bought 4 shares of The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) on June 26, 2026. This purchase was not part of a pre-planned trading program. Shares of THG traded near $214.12 on Wednesday.

Insider Buying and Selling at The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.

Several insiders at The Hanover Insurance Group were active on June 26, 2026. President and CEO John Roche purchased 122 shares, while other insiders, including Paul Condrin, Elizabeth Ward, Jane Carlin, and David John Lovely, also bought small amounts of shares. None of these transactions were planned under Rule 10b5-1.

Other Institutional Activity in The Hanover Insurance Group

BlackRock, Inc. boosted its holdings in The Hanover Insurance Group by 101,657 shares, ending with 3,681,166 shares valued at about $638.1 million, a 2.8% increase. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position with 1,932,460 shares worth approximately $335 million. State Street Corp increased its stake by 432,031 shares, bringing its total to 1,631,422 shares valued at $282.8 million, marking a 36% increase. Conversely, Price T Rowe Associates Inc /MD/ reduced its holdings by 72,812 shares to 1,384,142 shares, now valued at $239.9 million, a 5% decrease.

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. Stock Down 5.3%

Shares of The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) traded near $214.12 on Wednesday. The company has a market cap of approximately $7.49 billion and a P/E ratio of 10.80. It has a beta of 0.317, indicating lower volatility compared to the broader market. The stock's 52-week range is between $160.70 and $220.00, with a 50-day moving average of $191.56 and a 200-day moving average of $180.63. The Hanover Insurance Group has a current ratio of 0.354 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 23.63.

Recent Earnings

In its recent earnings report, The Hanover Insurance Group posted revenue of $6.69 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 6.1%. The company's net margin was 10.78%, and its return on equity was 21.75%. The Hanover Insurance Group is scheduled to release its next earnings report on July 28, 2026.

Dividend

The Hanover Insurance Group pays an annual dividend of $3.80 per share, yielding 1.77% with a payout ratio of 18.67%. The ex-dividend date was not provided.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 26, 2026, Piper Sandler maintained a 'buy' rating on The Hanover Insurance Group with a price target of $220. Oppenheimer also maintained a 'buy' rating with the same target on May 21, 2026. BMO Capital downgraded the stock to 'hold' with a target of $203 on May 19, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a 'buy' rating, with an average price target of about $206.38, based on 8 opinions.

About The Hanover Insurance Group

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc., headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts, offers a range of property and casualty insurance products. It serves individual and commercial clients through independent agents and brokers. The company operates in segments like Core Commercial, Specialty, and Personal Lines, providing coverage for various sectors, including construction, healthcare, and technology. The Hanover Insurance Group was founded in 1852 and is led by CEO John Conner Roche.

Bottom Line

William Donnell's purchase of shares in The Hanover Insurance Group highlights insider interest in the company. Investors often track such insider transactions as a potential indicator of confidence. The Hanover Insurance Group continues to attract institutional interest, with several major funds adjusting their positions. Analyst ratings remain generally positive, with a consensus 'buy' rating.