Core Viewpoint - China People's Insurance Group and its subsidiaries have been recognized for their innovative financial consumer protection mechanisms, with a total of 10 cases awarded in various categories, highlighting their leadership in the insurance industry [1] Group 1: Financial Consumer Protection Mechanism Innovation - China People's Insurance Group emphasizes the importance of protecting financial consumers' rights as part of its brand integrity and high-quality development [4] - The company has established a multi-level consumer protection management structure, ensuring comprehensive participation and accountability across its subsidiaries [4][5] - Significant resources are allocated to enhance consumer protection functions, including financial education and dispute resolution [5] Group 2: Consumer Information Protection - China People's Insurance Group has implemented a "four-line defense" system for personal information protection, ensuring comprehensive risk management [10] - The company has conducted over 1,200 impact assessments and 1,700 on-site inspections to strengthen internal controls [10][11] - It has achieved ISO 27001 certification for information security management, reinforcing its commitment to consumer data protection [11] Group 3: Financial Consumer Education - The company has developed an efficient financial education system that engages consumers at various levels, promoting financial knowledge and consumer protection concepts [14] - Monthly themed consumer protection days are planned for 2024 to enhance public awareness and engagement [15] Group 4: Dispute Resolution - The company integrates the "Fengqiao Experience" into its claims and complaint management, utilizing digital tools to enhance service efficiency [18] - A comprehensive dispute resolution system has been established, showcasing the company's commitment to resolving conflicts at the source [19] Group 5: Elderly Services - The company focuses on enhancing financial services for the elderly, offering tailored insurance products and services [22] - Various initiatives have been launched to improve service accessibility for older clients, including specialized customer service features [23] Group 6: Online Financial Service Innovation - The launch of the "Palm Service Station" has expanded online service capabilities, integrating various consumer needs into a single platform [29][30] - The service has received positive feedback for its efficiency and user-friendly features [30] Group 7: Impactful Claims Cases - The company effectively managed claims during the Typhoon "Mojia," demonstrating its commitment to rapid response and consumer support [33] - A significant amount of claims, totaling 2.09 billion yuan, was processed quickly, showcasing the company's operational efficiency [33]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for China Pacific Insurance (02328.HK) is "Outperform the Market" [1][2][9]. Core Views - The rapid growth in electric vehicle sales has significantly boosted the demand for electric vehicle insurance, although challenges such as high premiums and underwriting losses persist due to changes in owner demographics, high repair barriers, and insufficient data [2][9]. - China Pacific Insurance is leveraging its market position to build a comprehensive risk protection system for electric vehicles, achieving notable advantages in data reserves, marketing models, product offerings, and claims services [2][9]. - The company expects that as the electric vehicle industry matures and renewal rates improve, the loss ratio will stabilize, positively impacting the overall combined ratio (COR) [2][9]. Summary by Sections Electric Vehicle Insurance Development Status - The number of electric vehicles in China has surged from 1.11 million in 2020 to 7.13 million by September 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 59% [3]. - China Pacific Insurance has seen a continuous growth in the number of electric vehicle policies, maintaining a growth rate of around 60% from 2020 to 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of premiums at 86.4% from 2021 to 2023, significantly outpacing the industry average [3]. Challenges in Electric Vehicle Insurance - The current claims ratio for electric vehicles is approximately 1.4 times that of traditional fuel vehicles, with occurrence rates about 2.5 times higher, leading to lower underwriting profitability [4][5]. - Factors contributing to high claims include a higher proportion of operational vehicles, a younger customer base with less driving experience, and high repair costs due to limited repair channels and expensive parts [5][6]. Competitive Advantages of China Pacific Insurance - The company has established a specialized team for electric vehicle pricing, utilizing extensive global data to enhance risk identification and pricing strategies [7]. - It has developed a comprehensive service network covering all urban and rural areas in China, ensuring robust post-sale support [7]. - The claims process is optimized through a dedicated team of electric vehicle claims experts and partnerships with over 660 repair facilities [7]. Future Outlook - As the electric vehicle market matures, the loss ratio and claims are expected to improve, aided by increased customer conversion and renewal rates, which will enhance data accumulation for better risk modeling and pricing [8][9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for China Pacific Insurance (02328.HK) [1] Core Views - The report emphasizes the need for a developmental mindset to address the challenges of transforming and upgrading the new energy vehicle insurance sector [3] - It highlights the increasing penetration of new energy vehicles and the expected growth in insurance premiums, projecting that by 2025, the premium scale for new energy vehicle insurance will reach 194.7 billion, accounting for approximately 20.1% of total vehicle insurance premiums [2][3] - The report outlines the company's proactive approach in implementing green insurance innovations and developing a comprehensive risk management model that covers the entire lifecycle of vehicles [3] Summary by Relevant Sections Earnings Forecast and Valuation - Insurance service revenue is projected to grow from 424.4 billion in 2022 to 569.8 billion by 2026, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 7.5% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to increase from 29.2 billion in 2022 to 34.5 billion by 2026, reflecting a recovery after a decline in 2023 [1] - The return on equity (ROE) is forecasted to stabilize around 12% in the coming years [1] New Energy Vehicle Insurance Insights - The report identifies that the claims ratio for new energy vehicle insurance is significantly higher, approximately 2.5 times that of traditional fuel vehicles, due to factors such as high operational vehicle ratios and a younger customer demographic [2][3] - It notes that the company has achieved underwriting profitability for new energy household commercial insurance as of January to October 2024, indicating a positive trend in the sector [3] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focusing on new products, technologies, and business models to better meet the needs of vehicle owners and adapt to industry trends [3] - The report discusses the company's commitment to enhancing its capabilities in pricing, operations, innovation, and risk management to support the growth of new energy vehicle insurance [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Accumulate" for China Pacific Insurance (2328) [1]. Core Views - The company is actively exploring high-quality development paths for new energy vehicle insurance, leveraging advantages in pricing, channels, and claims to continuously optimize the comprehensive cost ratio, achieving better underwriting profitability than the industry average [3][4]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - China Pacific Insurance held a 2024 Capital Market Open Day on November 8, showcasing its exploration and practices in the high-quality development of new energy vehicle insurance [4]. Investment Recommendations - The company is committed to providing comprehensive risk protection for new energy vehicles, benefiting from its strengths in pricing, channels, claims, risk reduction, and integration, which positively impacts its underwriting profitability [4]. - The projected EPS for 2024-2026 is set at 1.56, 1.63, and 1.70 RMB, with a target price of 15.84 HKD per share, corresponding to a P/B of 1.4 times for 2024 [4]. Market Performance - Since 2020, the retail sales of new energy vehicles in China have grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 59%, with the penetration rate of new energy passenger vehicles reaching 45.79% in the first nine months of 2024 [4]. - The company has effectively implemented the new national policy focusing on commercial insurance for new energy vehicles, enhancing the quality and scope of underwriting and improving profitability levels [4]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has established a group-level strategic project team focusing on new energy vehicle insurance, with a development strategy that includes pricing, channels, claims, risk reduction, and ecological integration [4]. - The company’s market share in new energy vehicle commercial insurance reached 34.45% in the first nine months of 2024, an increase of 1.49 basis points year-on-year, with a comprehensive cost ratio better than the industry average [4]. Financial Projections - The insurance revenue for 2024 is projected at 484,097 million RMB, reflecting a growth of 6% from 2023 [7]. - The net profit for 2024 is expected to be 34,653 million RMB, representing a significant increase of 41% compared to 2023 [7].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [4] Core Views - The company held its 2024 Investor Open Day on November 8, 2024, focusing on "High-Quality Development of New Energy Vehicle Insurance" and introduced innovative measures in auto insurance management and achievements in new energy vehicle insurance [2][6] - The penetration rate of new energy vehicles continues to rise, making new energy vehicle insurance a key focus for future auto insurance reforms [6] - The company is committed to advancing the transformation and upgrading of new energy vehicle insurance, with expectations for improvement in the combined operating ratio (COR) for new energy vehicle insurance [7][8] Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company is classified under the non-bank financial/insurance sector [4] - Current stock price is HKD 12.52, with a total market capitalization of HKD 86,379.16 million [4] Financial Performance - From 2020 to 2023, the sales of new energy passenger vehicles in China increased from 1.11 million to 7.75 million, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 91%, significantly higher than the overall growth of traditional passenger vehicles at 4% [6] - The number of new energy vehicles in circulation rose from 4.92 million to 20.41 million, with their share of total vehicle ownership increasing from 1.8% to 6.1% [6] - As of the first half of 2024, the share of new energy vehicles in total vehicle ownership reached 7.2% [6] Market Position - The company's market share in new energy commercial vehicle insurance reached 35.45% in the first nine months of 2024, an increase of 1.49 percentage points year-on-year [7] - The company has served over 22 million new energy vehicle customers [7] Future Outlook - The company aims to create a new business model that covers the entire lifecycle of vehicle insurance and all customer service scenarios, enhancing risk management and service capabilities [7] - The projected net profit for the company from 2024 to 2026 is expected to be HKD 33.87 billion, HKD 35.73 billion, and HKD 39.80 billion, with growth rates of 38%, 6%, and 11% respectively [8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform the Market" rating for China Pacific Insurance (2328.HK) [6][5] Core Views - The company has shown robust growth in total premium income, with non-auto insurance growth outpacing auto insurance. For the first three quarters, total premium income increased by 4.6% year-on-year, with auto insurance and non-auto insurance growing by 3.2% and 5.9%, respectively [2][10] - Investment income has significantly improved, with total investment income reaching 27.5 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 70.4%. The annualized total investment return rate is 4.4%, up by 1.7 percentage points year-on-year [5][6] - The company’s competitive advantage in property and casualty insurance is expected to strengthen, particularly in the auto insurance sector, where the company has a higher proportion of low-loss vehicles and controllable channel costs [5][6] Summary by Sections Market Performance - Total premium income for the first three quarters was 409.57 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 4.6%. Auto insurance premiums grew by 3.2%, while non-auto insurance premiums grew by 5.9% [2][10] - In Q3 alone, non-auto insurance premiums saw a significant increase of 11.8% year-on-year [2] Financial Performance - The company achieved a net profit of 26.8 billion yuan in the first three quarters, representing a year-on-year increase of 38.0%. The net profit for Q3 was 9.3 billion yuan, a remarkable growth of 59.7% year-on-year [6][5] - The comprehensive cost ratio for the first three quarters was 98.2%, an increase of 0.3 percentage points year-on-year, with auto insurance and non-auto insurance ratios at 96.8% and 100.5%, respectively [6][11] Investment Insights - The report highlights that the company’s current stock price corresponds to a 2024E price-to-book (PB) ratio of 0.98, indicating a low valuation. The estimated reasonable value range is between 13.71 and 14.95 HKD based on comparable company valuations [5][6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "BUY" rating for PICC P&C, with a revised target price of HK$14.00, representing a 15.9% upside from the current price of HK$12.08 [1][4]. Core Insights - The company's net profit after tax (NPAT) grew 38.0% year-on-year to RMB26.75 billion for the first nine months of 2024, with a record high NPAT of RMB8.26 billion in Q3 2024, driven by significant fair value gains of RMB7.4 billion [1]. - The combined ratio (CoR) for non-auto insurance deteriorated to 100.5% in the first nine months of 2024, with Q3 CoR reaching 105.3%, attributed to increased catastrophic losses from non-auto claims [1][3]. - Auto CoR improved to 96.8% in the first nine months of 2024, contributing to a 30.6% year-on-year growth in auto underwriting premium (UWP) to RMB71.2 billion [1][3]. Financial Performance - Total investment income surged 70.4% year-on-year to RMB27.5 billion in the first nine months of 2024, with a significant increase in Q3 investment income driven by fair value gains [1][6]. - The report forecasts EPS for FY24E at RMB1.44, with subsequent years projected at RMB1.51 for FY25E and RMB1.60 for FY26E, reflecting an upward revision of 8% for FY24E [2][3]. - The combined ratio is expected to be 97.7% for FY24E, slightly improving to 97.4% in FY25E and 97.2% in FY26E [3][9]. Valuation Metrics - The stock is currently trading at 1.0x FY24E P/B, which is above the historical average, indicating a premium valuation [1][5]. - The dividend yield is projected to increase to 5.2% in FY24E, with further growth expected in subsequent years [2][9]. - The report highlights a long-term ROE of 13.5% and a target valuation of RMB275.7 billion for FY24E [5][9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for China Pacific Insurance (2328 HK) with a target price raised from HKD 12.0 to HKD 14.9, indicating a potential upside of 22.1% [1][2][7]. Core Insights - The significant growth in net profit for the third quarter is primarily driven by investment income, with a year-on-year increase of 38% for the first three quarters, aligning with the company's previous earnings forecast [1][2]. - The insurance service revenue growth remains stable, with a 5.3% year-on-year increase in the first three quarters, while the growth rates for auto and non-auto insurance are 4.7% and 6.1%, respectively [1][2]. - The combined ratio for auto insurance improved to 96.8%, a decrease of 0.6 percentage points year-on-year, while the non-auto insurance segment experienced underwriting losses, leading to a combined ratio of 100.5% for the first three quarters, an increase of 1.9 percentage points year-on-year [1][2]. Financial Performance Summary - Total investment income for the first three quarters increased by 70% year-on-year, exceeding the annual total investment income forecast for 2023 by 32%. The annualized total investment return stands at 4.4%, up by 1.7 percentage points year-on-year [2][4]. - The report projects a 31% year-on-year increase in net profit for 2024, with a return on equity (ROE) expected to reach 13% [2][5]. - The forecast for insurance service revenue is set at RMB 483,629 million for 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of 5.8% [4][5]. - The underwriting profit is expected to decline by 3.2% in 2024, with total investment income projected to rise by 51.5% [5][6]. Stock Performance Metrics - The stock has shown a year-to-date increase of 31.47%, with a market capitalization of approximately HKD 84.17 billion and an average daily trading volume of 18.79 million shares [3][8]. - The stock's 52-week high and low are HKD 14.04 and HKD 8.69, respectively [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for China Pacific Insurance (2328) and raises the target price to HKD 15.84 per share, corresponding to a 2024 P/B of 1.4 times [3]. Core Views - The company's net profit for the first three quarters of 2024 increased by 38% year-on-year, primarily driven by improved investment profits, while the underwriting side faced pressure [2][3]. - The report highlights a "Matthew Effect" in auto insurance, which has led to an improvement in the combined ratio (COR), while non-auto insurance has been adversely affected by catastrophic claims, resulting in a higher COR [2][3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2024, the company reported a net profit of CNY 26.75 billion, a year-on-year increase of 38.0%, mainly due to improved investment profits. The total investment return rate (not annualized) was 4.4%, up by 1.7 percentage points year-on-year [3]. - The underwriting profit decreased by 12.3% year-on-year, attributed to increased catastrophic claims, with the combined ratio rising by 0.3 percentage points to 98.2% [3]. Auto Insurance - Auto insurance premiums grew by 3.2% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2024, driven by stable growth in the number of insured vehicles. However, the average premium per vehicle decreased by 1.1% year-on-year, although it improved by 0.8% compared to the first half of 2024 [3]. - The auto insurance COR for the first three quarters was 96.8%, a decrease of 0.6 percentage points year-on-year, benefiting from the company's scale effect and effective risk reduction measures [3]. Non-Auto Insurance - Non-auto insurance premium income increased by 5.9% year-on-year, primarily driven by health and liability insurance, which grew by 8.0% and 11.8% respectively. However, agricultural insurance saw a slowdown in growth, increasing by only 1.0% year-on-year [3]. - The underwriting loss for non-auto insurance was CNY 676 million, with a combined ratio of 100.5%, an increase of 1.9 percentage points year-on-year, largely due to natural disasters [3]. Future Outlook - The report anticipates that the recovery in the equity market will serve as a catalyst for improved performance [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommend" rating for China P&C Insurance (02328 HK) with a target price of HKD 15 2 [1] Core Views - China P&C Insurance achieved insurance service revenue of RMB 364 306 billion in 2024Q1-3, a year-on-year increase of 5 3% Net profit reached RMB 26 750 billion, up 38 0% year-on-year, close to the upper limit of the previous performance forecast [1] - The comprehensive cost ratio (COR) for the first three quarters was 98 2%, up 0 3 percentage points year-on-year, mainly due to frequent natural disasters such as typhoons [1] - The total investment yield for the first three quarters was 4 4% (not annualized), an increase of 1 7 percentage points year-on-year, driven by the recovery of the equity market [1] - The company's premium growth accelerated, with motor insurance, health insurance, and liability insurance showing significant growth [1] Business Performance - In 2024Q1-3, the company's original premium income reached RMB 428 330 billion, a year-on-year increase of 4 6% Motor insurance contributed 49 8% of the original premium income, with a year-on-year growth of 3 2% [1] - Non-motor insurance premium income increased by 5 9% year-on-year, with health insurance and liability insurance growing by 8 0% and 11 8% respectively [1] - The COR for motor insurance was 96 8%, within the target range of 97%, while the COR for non-motor insurance was 100 5%, mainly affected by natural disasters [1] Investment Performance - The company's investment income significantly improved, with a total investment yield of 4 4% in 2024Q1-3, up 1 7 percentage points year-on-year [1] - The recovery of the equity market, especially after the "924" market rally, contributed to the increase in investment income [1] - The company's net profit growth was close to the upper limit of the forecast, driven by investment income [1] Financial Forecast - The report revised the EPS forecast for 2024-2026 to RMB 1 51/1 59/1 70, up from the previous forecast of RMB 1 37/1 54/1 70 [1] - The target PB ratio for 2025 is set at 1 1x, corresponding to a target price of HKD 15 2 [1] Market Performance - The current price of China P&C Insurance is HKD 12 08, with a total market capitalization of HKD 268 7 billion and a circulating market capitalization of HKD 83 3 billion [3] - The company's 12-month high/low price range is HKD 14 04/8 08 [3]