New China Life Insurance

New China Life reported record figures across several core metrics for 2025: net profit rose 38.3% to 36.28 billion RMB, total assets grew to 1.9 trillion RMB, and Embedded Value climbed 11.4%. However, in the fourth quarter EPS missed significantly at $1.10 versus analysts' $1.96 expectation, triggering a share price decline. Management issued EPS forecasts of $1.57 for 2026 and $1.41 for 2027 and emphasized a focus on operational efficiency, distribution transformation and expanding the service ecosystem. » Mere på de.investing.com

New China Life reported record totals for assets, premiums and net profit in 2025, driven by strong investment performance and rising margins. Total assets rose to RMB 1.9 trillion, net profit attributable to shareholders climbed 38.3% to RMB 36.28 billion, and return on equity reached 34.69%. However, in the fourth quarter earnings per share fell to $1.10, well below the $1.96 expected, prompting the stock to slide in after-hours trading. Management plans further transformation under a new five-year plan but sees risks from low interest rates, competition and regulatory changes. » Mere på de.investing.com