


CHICAGO--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Today,CNA Financial Corporation (NYSE: CNA) announced the redemption of all of its outstanding $400 million aggregate principal amount of 6.00% senior notes due August 15, 2011, plus accrued and unpaid interest thereon, and other required payments. CNA anticipates the redemption to be completed on or about March 18, 2011.
Serving businesses and professionals since 1897, CNA is the countrya™s seventh largest commercial insurer and the 13th largest property and casualty company. CNAa™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.