FWD GROUP HLD.A DL-,0001

FWD Group reported a record after-tax net profit of US$172 million for H1 2026, up 269% year-on-year, and an after-tax operating profit of US$298 million. New business volume rose 7% to US$1.35 billion and accelerated to 11% in the second quarter; margins and cash inflows from operating units improved significantly. Management is reviewing capital deployment options including debt reduction, M&A and dividends, but sees seasonal margin risks in the second half of the year, particularly in Hong Kong. » Altro su de.investing.com

FWD Group Holdings completed its long‑anticipated IPO in July, raising $466 million as Hong Kong’s market rebounded after a five‑year lull. The listing increased founder Richard Li’s net worth by about 51% to $6.8 billion. FWD has expanded across Asia through acquisitions such as the $3 billion purchase of SCB Life and now serves 34 million customers in ten markets. » Altro su forbes.com