Old Republic International Corporation
Chicago insurance holding company operating specialty general insurance and Old Republic Title, with net premiums of $8.1 billion in 2025.
Company Type
public
Founded
1923
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Stock
New York Stock Exchange: ORI
Revenue
$9.0 billion operating revenue (FY2025)
Employees
Approximately 9,400
Primary Market
United States
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About Old Republic International Corporation
Is Old Republic publicly traded?
Yes. It trades on the NYSE under ticker ORI.
What does Old Republic do?
Specialty commercial property and casualty insurance plus title insurance through Old Republic Title.
Who is the CEO of Old Republic?
Craig R. Smiddy, president and CEO.
Where is Old Republic headquartered?
Chicago, Illinois.
History of Old Republic International Corporation
The company traces to 1923 and the founding of its insurance operations in Chicago, growing through the 20th century as a specialty lines underwriter in commercial, workers' compensation, trucking, and other niche markets.
The title insurance business, assembled under the Old Republic Title brand, became the second pillar and today ranks among the nation's largest title insurers serving real estate transactions.
The holding company structure has stayed consistent: autonomous insurance subsidiaries, conservative investment management, and a long record of dividends. The company has paid uninterrupted dividends for more than 80 years and raised them for over four decades.
Brands Owned by Old Republic International Corporation
Old Republic International Corporation owns 2 brands in our database. Explore the ownership tree below — click categories to expand and see individual brands.
Old Republic International Corporation
public · Founded 1923 · Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Old Republic International Corporation Ownership: Pros & Cons
Advantages
- +Two complementary insurance engines diversifying earnings
- +80-plus years of uninterrupted dividends
- +Conservative underwriting with favorable reserve development
- +Strong capital return track record
Considerations
- -Title revenue tied to housing and mortgage cycles
- -Specialty lines face periodic soft-market pricing pressure
- -Workers' comp regulatory and severity trends need monitoring
Frequently Asked Questions About Old Republic International Corporation
Is Old Republic publicly traded?
Yes. It trades on the NYSE under ticker ORI.
What does Old Republic do?
Specialty commercial property and casualty insurance plus title insurance through Old Republic Title.
Who is the CEO of Old Republic?
Craig R. Smiddy, president and CEO.
Where is Old Republic headquartered?
Chicago, Illinois.
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