CNA Financial Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
CNA Financial has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 0.2%, while the Insurance industry saw earnings growing at 14.6% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 6.3% per year. CNA Financial's return on equity is 11.2%, and it has net margins of 7.9%.
Key information
0.25%
Earnings growth rate
0.29%
EPS growth rate
| Insurance Industry Growth | 8.02% |
| Revenue growth rate | 6.32% |
| Return on equity | 11.19% |
| Net Margin | 7.91% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
CNA Financial: I'm Not So Sure Anymore
Summary CNA Financial released Q1 earnings results, and the stock is down sharply. The quarter had higher claims for CNA, but seasonality isn't unusual for P&C insurers. Bigger concerns are higher competition, social inflation, few growth opportunities, and long-tail product lines. The balance sheet remains healthy, so a better discount is needed to improve chances at attractive, long-term returns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCNA Financial: A Reliable Partner For Minority Shareholders
Summary CNA Financial is a solid insurance carrier with steady underwriting performance, mid-single digit turnover growth, and a growing dividend policy, including annual special distributions. Despite a 94% drop in Q4 2024 net income due to pension settlement losses, CNA's property and casualty operations remain steady. The dividend per share will increase by 4.5% to $0.46 per quarter, with a special dividend of $2 per share, yielding approximately 7.8%. CNA remains committed to delivering value for all shareholders. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCNA Financial: A Steady, Dividend-Oriented Insurer Navigating Through Higher Loss Trends
Summary CNA Financial delivers steady underwriting performance and high single-digit premium growth, resulting in gradual dividend increases and special dividend declarations. Despite higher catastrophe losses, strong investment income drove a 12% year-over-year net income increase in Q3 2024. CNA's valuation is attractive with a price-to-book ratio of 1.18 and a conservative debt profile, making it appealing for dividend-focused investors. With stable financials and expected dividend raises, CNA Financial should offer dependable returns and is a solid option for income and stability seekers. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Doug Worman's Leadership Marks A New Era Of Underwriting Discipline And Profitable Growth
Doug Worman's appointment as CEO emphasizes underwriting discipline and profitable growth, promising improved net margins and earnings.CNA Financial: Steady Performance For A Steady Insurance Carrier
Summary CNA Financial reported a $317 million profit in Q2 2024, a 12% increase from the prior year. Despite higher catastrophe losses, investment income growth drove higher earnings. Underwriting performance remained strong, with a gain of $124 million in Q2 2024 contributing to a year-to-date underwriting income of $250 million. Although CNA's current valuation is not appealing for investors seeking aggressive returns, the consistent and recurring cash flows will serve dividend-oriented investors well. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaA Review Of CNA Financial's Recent Performance
Summary CNA Financial reported consistent net income of $338 million in Q1 2024, driven by higher investment income and robust underwriting performance. The specialty business maintained a steady combined ratio of 90.7%, while the commercial business experienced premium growth but a deteriorated combined ratio. Looking ahead, CNA Financial remains well-positioned to provide recurring and steady cash flows through dividend increases and special dividend payments. Therefore, the insurance carrier, approximately 90% owned by Loews, could be an attractive choice for dividend seekers. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCNA Financial: Strong History At A Good Price
Summary CNA Financial is a global property-casualty insurance company with a strong financial position and low P/E ratio. The company operates in three segments: Specialty, Commercial, and International, all of which generate underwriting profits. CNA has a steady growth in revenues and earnings, with its effective pricing models across its segments. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCNA Financial: A Good Candidate For Dividend Seekers
Summary CNA Financial reports consistent net income of $258 million in Q3, contributing to a year-to-date profit increase. Positive earnings driven by higher yields on fixed-income securities and robust underwriting performance. Commercial and international business segments show strong performance, while specialty business experiences slight deterioration. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCNA Financial: A Compelling Opportunity For Dividend Income Investors
Summary CNA Financial reports steady net income of $283 million in Q2, influenced by increased investment income. The fixed-income portfolio generates a pre-tax income of $490 million, contributing to overall investment income. The property and casualty segments experience a premium growth of 10%, driven by high retention rates and increased premium rates. Even with reduced underwriting margins, CNA is strongly positioned to reward its loyal shareholders by allocating surplus capital through gradually increasing quarterly dividends. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCNA Financial Corporation: For The Dividend Investor This Is A Great Pick
Summary CNA Financial Corporation's share price has dropped since its last quarterly report, but its low p/e and p/b ratios make it an attractive dividend addition to an income portfolio. The company's operations span internationally, and its core ROE was at 10.8% in 2023, with its Commercial segment showing a 19% YoY increase in net written premium. Despite the risk of catastrophe losses, CNA's prudent management has kept its combined ratio below the 10-year average for Q1, and its dividend payout ratio is a reasonable 41%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
How CNA Financial makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 15,353 | 1,215 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 14,989 | 1,278 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 14,850 | 997 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 14,651 | 877 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 14,453 | 895 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 14,270 | 959 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 14,088 | 1,305 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 13,806 | 1,280 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 13,591 | 1,246 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 13,299 | 1,205 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 12,903 | 1,077 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 12,524 | 777 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 12,146 | 684 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 11,879 | 682 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 11,822 | 709 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 11,824 | 1,007 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 11,927 | 1,185 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 11,908 | 1,184 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 11,785 | 1,323 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 11,646 | 1,280 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 11,383 | 1,063 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 10,808 | 690 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 10,654 | 576 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 10,519 | 470 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 10,363 | 597 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 10,767 | 1,000 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 10,393 | 643 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 10,330 | 872 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 10,294 | 864 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 10,134 | 813 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 10,179 | 1,120 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 9,955 | 928 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 9,747 | 930 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 9,542 | 899 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 9,484 | 917 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 9,519 | 1,116 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 9,501 | 1,053 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 9,366 | 859 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 9,245 | 548 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 8,965 | 383 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 8,944 | 312 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 9,101 | 479 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 9,210 | 747 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 9,468 | 778 | 0 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CNA has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: CNA's current net profit margins (7.9%) are higher than last year (6.2%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CNA's earnings have grown by 0.2% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: CNA's earnings growth over the past year (35.8%) exceeds its 5-year average (0.2% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: CNA earnings growth over the past year (35.8%) did not outperform the Insurance industry 36.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: CNA's Return on Equity (11.2%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
Discover strong past performing companies
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/22 06:30 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Financials | 10 years |
| |
| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
|
|
| Market Prices | 30 years |
| |
| Ownership | 10 years |
| |
| Management | 10 years |
| |
| Key Developments | 10 years |
|
* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
Analysis Model and Snowflake
Details of the analysis model used to generate this report is available on our Github page, we also have guides on how to use our reports and tutorials on Youtube.
Learn about the world class team who designed and built the Simply Wall St analysis model.
Industry and Sector Metrics
Our industry and section metrics are calculated every 6 hours by Simply Wall St, details of our process are available on Github.
Analyst Sources
CNA Financial Corporation is covered by 5 analysts. 1 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Joshua Shanker | BofA Global Research |
| Robert Glasspiegel | Brean Capital Historical (Janney Montgomery) |
| Amit Kumar | Macquarie Research |