The Hartford Completes Federal Trust Acquisition

Business Wire, June 24, 2009

HARTFORD, Conn. -- The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Federal Trust Corporation for $10 million in cash. The transaction closed on June 24, 2009.

“The acquisition of Federal Trust represents the last significant step towards the closing of our investment agreement with Treasury,” said Ramani Ayer, chairman and chief executive officer of The Hartford. “Federal Trust has served the Central Florida market for more than 20 years and the company will continue to serve its customers, operating under the Federal Trust name.”

About Federal Trust Corporation

Federal Trust Corporation is a unitary thrift holding company and is the parent company of Federal Trust Bank, a federally-chartered, FDIC-insured savings bank. Federal Trust Bank operates 11 full-service offices in Seminole, Orange, Volusia, Lake and Flagler Counties, Florida. The company's executive and administrative offices are located in Sanford, Fla.

About The Hartford

Celebrating nearly 200 years, The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) is an insurance-based financial services company that serves households, businesses and employees by helping to protect their assets and income from risks, and by managing wealth and retirement needs. A Fortune 500 company, The Hartford is recognized widely for its service expertise and as one of the world’s most ethical companies. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at www.thehartford.com.

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