The Progressive Corporation (PGR) reported solid October 2024 results, wherein both the top line and the bottom lines increased year over year. Net premiums written improved 19%, driven by the strong performance of operating businesses. Combined ratio — the percentage of premiums paid out as claims and expenses — deteriorated 240 basis points (bps) from the prior-year quarter’s level to 94.1.PGR is one of the country’s largest auto insurance groups, the largest seller of motorcycle and boat policies, the ma ...