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CNA Announces Sale of Its 50% Interest in First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.

08/11/2011

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today, CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) announced that it has agreed to the sale of its 50% ownership interest in First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd., the largest property & casualty insurance company headquartered in Hawaii, to Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd., the sole other shareholder in the Hawaiian subsidiary.

“This sale is another step in streamlining our operations and focusing on our core strategies,” said Tom Motamed, chairman and chief executive officer, CNA. “We believe it is an excellent transaction for both parties, and we are grateful for our many years of partnership with Tokio Marine.”

The sale, which is subject to regulatory approval, is not expected to have a material impact on GAAP book value, but will increase statutory surplus.

Serving businesses and professionals since 1897, CNA is the country’s seventh largest commercial insurance writer and the 13th largest property and casualty company. CNA’s insurance products include standard commercial lines, specialty lines, surety, marine and other property and casualty coverages. CNA's services include risk management, information services, underwriting, risk control and claims administration. For more information, please visit CNA at www.cna.com. CNA is a registered trademark of CNA Financial Corporation.

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