Feb 2, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

4Q 2010 Net Operating Income of $115.8 million, $1.08 per diluted share Full-Year 2010 Net Operating Income of $560.1 million, $5.02 per diluted share 4Q 2010 Net Loss of $184.4 million, ($1.74) per diluted share Full-Year 2010 Net Income of $279.2 million, $2.50 per diluted share NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the fourth quarter and twelve months ended Dec. 31, 2010. "During 2010, we demonstrated our ability to adapt to changes affecting our business while delivering solid results to our shareholders," said Robert B. Pollock, president and CEO of Assurant. "We continued to improve operational efficiency and to demonstrate prudent management of our capital. At the same time, we were able to develop revenue opportunities that we can build upon in 2011." Fourth Quarter 2010 Results Net operating income1 for the fourth quarter 2010 increased

Jan 18, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that the Company's board of directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $600 million of its common stock. This is in addition to approximately $206 million remaining as of Jan. 14, 2011 from existing share repurchase authorizations. "Our share buyback program is part of our ongoing efforts to deliver greater value to our shareholders and reflects the strength of our capital position," said Robert B. Pollock, president and chief executive officer. "Consistent with our disciplined financial approach and ability to generate strong free cash flows, the company returned $533 million in the form of share repurchases to shareholders in 2010 while maintaining financial flexibility." The share repurchase program may use open market and/or private transactions. The timing of purchases will be subject to management evaluation of

Jan 14, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.16 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on March 14, 2011 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on Feb. 28, 2011. Future dividend declarations will be made at the discretion of the Assurant board of directors and will be based on the company's earnings, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects and other factors. Assurant is a premier provider of specialized insurance products and related services in North America and select worldwide markets. Assurant, a Fortune 500 company and a member of the S&P 500, is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AIZ. Assurant has more than $27 billion in assets and $8 billion in annual revenue. www.assurant.com Media Contact: Vera Carley Director, Media

Jan 4, 2011, 11:00 AM by User Not Found

All automobiles may not be the same, but when it comes to car repairs most vehicles run into similar problems. "Electrical problems are the biggest issue across the board, whether turn signals go out or electric windows fail," said Joe Erdeman , president of Assurant Solutions extended service protection business.

Jan 4, 2011, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

News Release on Feb. 2, 2011 and Conference Call on Feb. 3, 2011 NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2011 - Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2010 fourth quarter and full-year results on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com .  Assurant's 2010 fourth quarter and full-year conference call follows the next morning, Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011, at 8:00 a.m. ET and is expected to last one hour. Robert B. Pollock, president and chief executive officer, Michael J. Peninger, executive vice president and chief financial officer, Christopher J. Pagano, executive vice president, treasurer and chief investment officer, and Melissa Kivett, senior vice president, investor relations, will review the 2010 fourth quarter and full-year results, and will then take questions. Investors and analysts may participate in the live

Nov 15, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the election of its vice chair, Elaine D. Rosen, 57, as the company's new chair of the board of directors, effective Nov. 12, 2010. Ms. Rosen replaces Dr. John Palms, 75, who will remain on the board as a director until the company's annual meeting in May 2011.

Nov 12, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.16 per share of common stock.

Nov 10, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will participate in a conference call co-hosted by Sterne Agee & Leach to discuss Assurant Specialty Property's lender-placed insurance business today, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. ET. Gene E. Mergelmeyer, president and chief executive officer, Assurant Specialty Property, and Melissa Kivett, senior vice president, investor relations, Assurant, will address questions about the company's lender-placed insurance business.

Oct 27, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2010. "Assurant's disciplined actions to grow revenues, manage expenses and become more efficient are yielding improved results," said Robert B. Pollock, Assurant's president and CEO.

Oct 8, 2010, 16:36 PM by User Not Found

Computers and advances in technology continue to make many aspects of our jobs easier, but they could be adversely affecting our eyes. According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), American Eye-Q® survey, nearly half of all Americans spend five or more hours a day using a computer or a smart phone. And, all those hours behind the computer are taking a toll on people's eyesight and their performance.

Sep 28, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2010 third quarter results on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com . Assurant's 2010 third quarter conference call follows the next morning, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, at 8:00 a.m. ET and is expected to last one hour.

Aug 23, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that Brian D. Koppy, 41, is joining the company as vice president, investor relations, effective today. Koppy brings 20 years of experience to his role, most recently as director of investor relations and communications at Barnes Group Inc., a diversified specialty industrial business.

Aug 11, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.16 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on Sept. 14, 2010 to stockholders of record as of the close of business on Aug. 30, 2010.

Jul 28, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, July 28, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, today reported results for the second quarter and first six months of 2010. "We are pleased with improved operating results for both the second quarter and first half of 2010," said Robert B. Pollock, Assurant's president and chief executive officer.

Jun 29, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, June 29, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, will release 2010 second quarter results on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, after the market closes, with the news release available on Assurant's website at www.assurant.com. Assurant's 2010 second quarter conference call follows the next morning, Thursday, July 29, 2010, at 8:00 a.m. ET.

Jun 24, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, June 24, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialized insurance and insurance-related products and services, today announced the planned retirement of Don Hamm, 55, president and CEO of Assurant Health, and the appointment of Assurant Health COO, Adam Lamnin, 46, as the incoming president and CEO in January 2011.

Jun 15, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

Jun 15, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, June 15, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialized insurance and insurance-related products and services, today announced that it has finalized the structure of its 2010 property catastrophe reinsurance ("CAT") program.

May 18, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, May 18, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces the appointment of Elaine D. Rosen to the newly created position of vice chair of the board of directors, effective May 14, 2010.

May 14, 2010, 09:00 AM by User Not Found

NEW YORK, May 14, 2010 -- Assurant, Inc. ("Assurant") (NYSE: AIZ), a premier provider of specialty insurance and insurance-related products and services, announces that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $.16 per share of common stock. This represents a seven percent increase above the quarterly dividend of $.15 per share, declared on Jan. 25, 2010.