Liberty Mutual Group reported today that second-quarter net income increased 5 percent compared to the same period last year.

The Boston-based carrier posted net income of $339 million for the quarter, compared with $323 million for the same 2006 period.

Chairman Edmund F. Kelly said that "personal lines growth of 9 percent in the quarter is very satisfying in the face of intensifying but rational competition worldwide."

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