Old Republic International Corporation

Old Republic International Corporation is a leading specialty insurer and a Fortune 500 company, operating as a holding company for a diverse portfolio of property & casualty and title insurance businesses. Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, its mission is to provide quality insurance security and related services to businesses, individuals, and public institutions, serving as a dependable long-term steward of trust for its stakeholders.

The company primarily operates through two segments: Specialty Insurance (also known as General Insurance) and Title Insurance. The Specialty Insurance segment offers a broad spectrum of property and liability coverages, including commercial auto, workers' compensation, aviation, inland marine, and financial indemnity products like Directors & Officers and Errors & Omissions insurance, catering mainly to commercial clients in industries such as transportation, construction, and healthcare. The Title Insurance segment provides protection against financial loss from defects or encumbrances on real estate titles, alongside escrow, construction disbursement, and real estate information services. Old Republic maintains a significant market presence across the United States and Canada through its decentralized network of subsidiaries.

Led by President and CEO Craig Smiddy, Old Republic International is recognized for its long-standing financial stability and consistent shareholder returns, including 45 consecutive years of annual dividend increases. The company reported a 35% increase in net income and a 12% rise in title insurance net premiums and fees in the first quarter of 2026. Recent strategic developments include the launch of Lodestar as an independent brand for its third-party administrator business and the formation of a new property insurance company, reinforcing its market positioning as one of America's largest shareholder-owned insurance businesses with a market capitalization of approximately $9.8 billion.