Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved double-digit growth across key financial metrics, with new business profit and adjusted operating profit per share both growing by 12% [5][12] - Gross operating free surplus generation increased by 14%, and dividends per share rose by 13% [5][12] - The return on embedded value improved to 15%, with net operating free surplus generation up by 20% [12][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The agency business remains a primary acquisition channel, contributing to 55% of new business profit growth [23] - New business profit in Hong Kong grew by 16%, while Indonesia saw a remarkable 34% growth [8] - The NBP margin expanded by two percentage points to 38% compared to the previous year [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Hong Kong market showed strong performance with a 15% growth rate in the first half, while the second quarter saw an increase to around 20% [91][92] - The company reported a 45% increase in new agency recruits in Mainland China, indicating strong growth potential despite regulatory changes [20][23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is halfway through its strategic transformation launched in August 2023, focusing on high-quality new business and operational effectiveness [6][11] - Investments of $400 million have been made in technology and capabilities to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency [7] - The company aims to return over $5 billion to shareholders between 2024 and 2027, with additional returns expected from the potential IPO of the asset management business in India [6][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving 2027 financial objectives, citing strong momentum and a focus on quality business [11][17] - The macro environment remains volatile, but the company is well-positioned due to its multichannel and multimarket franchise [8] - Management highlighted the importance of addressing underperformance in certain markets, particularly Malaysia and Vietnam, while capitalizing on growth opportunities in others [37][38] Other Important Information - The company has settled the dividend claim in Malaysia, which is expected to enhance shareholder returns [5][6] - The capital management update reflects a shift to a total return orientation, with a focus on sustainable cash returns [12][14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Outlook on Mainland China agency business - Management noted a strong focus on quality recruitment, with active agents up by 6% and a change management program in place to improve performance [23][24] Question: Capital management framework and future buybacks - The CFO explained that the capital management update reflects confidence in the business model, with a focus on sustainable annual net capital generation [28][30] Question: Key drivers of confidence in achieving 2027 objectives - Management cited a strong balance between agency and bank assurance, with specific change management programs in place to address underperformance in certain markets [36][37] Question: Margin improvement potential - The CFO highlighted opportunities for margin improvement through repricing, operating leverage, and improved health contributions [39][52] Question: Active agents and productivity metrics - Management acknowledged a 7% year-on-year decline in active agents but projected a growth rate of 7% to 10% for 2026 and 2027 [80][81] Question: Timing of remaining investment in capabilities - Management indicated that an additional $100 million to $120 million is expected to be invested by the end of the year, with further investments planned for 2026 [78][79] Question: Impact of regulatory changes on Hong Kong business - Management confirmed that the regulatory changes have not significantly impacted demand, with robust product margins maintained [92][98]

智通财经APP讯，保诚(02378)发布公告，于2025年8月26日斥资296.1万英镑回购30.26万股。 ...

FF305 公司名稱： Prudential plc 保誠有限公司* (* 僅供識別) 呈交日期： 2025年8月27日 如上市發行人的已發行股份或庫存股份出現變動而須根據《香港聯合交易所有限公司（「香港聯交所」）證券上市規則》(「《主板上市規則》」)第13.25A條 / 《香港聯合交易所有限公司GEM證券 上市規則》(「《GEM上市規則》」)第17.27A條作出披露，必須填妥第一章節 。 | 第一章節 | | | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | 於香港聯交所上市 | | 是 | | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 02378 | 說明 | 普通股每股0.05英鎊 | | | | | | A. 已發行股份或庫存股份變動 | | | | | | | | | | | | 已發行股份（不包括庫存股份）變動 | 庫存股份變動 | | | | | 事件 | | 已發行股份（不包括庫存股份）數 目 | 佔有關事件前的現有已發 行股份（不包括庫存股 份）數目百分比 (註3) | ...

Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index (HSI) closed at 25,524 points, down 304 points or 1.2%[1] - The Shanghai Composite Index fell 15 points or 0.39%, closing at 3,868 points[1] - The total market turnover for the day was 317.871 billion HKD[1] Economic Indicators - The People's Bank of China conducted a 405.8 billion CNY reverse repurchase operation at a steady rate of 1.4%[1] - The CNY/USD midpoint was adjusted down by 27 points to 7.1188[1] Corporate Earnings - China Petroleum reported a net profit of 84.007 billion CNY, a year-on-year decline of 5.4%[3] - Nongfu Spring's revenue increased by 15.6% to 25.622 billion CNY, with a net profit rise of 22.2% to 7.622 billion CNY[3] - China Ping An's total revenue was 546.469 billion CNY, down 1.4% year-on-year, with a net profit of 68.047 billion CNY, down 8.8%[3] - China Duty Free's revenue decreased by 10% to 28.151 billion CNY, with a net profit decline of 20.7% to 2.622 billion CNY[4] Other Corporate Results - Zijin Mining reported a revenue increase of 11.5% to 167.711 billion CNY, with a net profit growth of 54.4% to 23.292 billion CNY[4] - Conch Cement's revenue fell by 9.4% to 41.292 billion CNY, while net profit rose by 32.8% to 4.631 billion CNY[4] - China Resources Land's revenue increased by 19.9% to 94.921 billion CNY, with a net profit growth of 16.2% to 11.88 billion CNY[4]

保诚发布了截至2025年6月30日的六个月中期业绩。报告显示，按传统内含价值基准计算的新业务利润 增长了12%，达到12.60亿美元。经调整税前经营溢利增长了6%，为16.44亿美元；经调整税后经营溢利 增长了7%，为13.66亿美元。每股盈利(以经调整经营溢利为基础)为49.3美分，增长了12%。 执行总裁Anil Wadhwani对上半年业绩表示满意，指出关键指标均实现了双位数增长，符合公司此前提 出的指引。他提到公司已达到资本产生的转折点，能够更新资本管理计划并增加股东回报。公司对下半 年度及未来持续增长充满信心。 ...

Financial Performance - The company achieved double-digit growth across key financial metrics, with new business profit increasing by 12% to $1.3 billion and operating profit after tax per share growing by 12% [3][28][29] - Gross operating free surplus generation grew by 14%, marking an inflection point in capital generation [4][29] - The dividend per share increased by 13% to 7.71¢, with a commitment to greater than 10% annual growth from 2025 to 2027 [4][29][31] Business Lines Performance - New business profit in Hong Kong rose by 16%, driven by growth in both agency and bank assurance channels [9][32] - Indonesia saw exceptional growth with new business profit up 34%, while Malaysia experienced a decline due to lower agency contributions [11][32][33] - The health business reported a 13% increase in new business profit, supported by innovative product development [15][35] Market Performance - The company reported strong growth in key markets, with 13 out of 19 life markets showing new business profit growth [32] - In Singapore, new business profit grew by 5%, while Vietnam faced challenges impacting performance [11][12][32] - The agency channel contributed 55% of new business profit, highlighting its importance in the distribution model [17][19] Strategic Direction and Industry Competition - The company is focused on high-quality sustainable growth and enhancing shareholder returns through a disciplined capital allocation framework [2][5] - Investments in technology and capabilities are aimed at improving customer engagement and operational effectiveness [21][22] - The strategic focus includes strengthening the agency force and expanding bank assurance partnerships [7][9][18] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving 2025 guidance and 2027 objectives, despite ongoing market volatility [2][26] - The long-term growth fundamentals in Asia and Africa are seen as significant opportunities for the company [24][56] - The company is committed to writing high-quality new business, particularly in health and protection sectors [23][54] Other Important Information - The company has initiated a $2 billion share buyback program, with $850 million completed as of August 18 [4][5] - A potential IPO of the Indian asset management business could provide additional capital returns to shareholders [6][31][53] - The company has invested $400 million in modernizing technology and capabilities since 2023 [20][21] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the growth expectations for the company in the coming years? - The company is confident in achieving double-digit growth in capital generation beyond 2027, supported by strong positioning in growth markets [49][56] Question: How is the company addressing challenges in specific markets? - The company has clear plans to rebuild momentum in Malaysia and Vietnam, focusing on improving agency performance and market strategies [20][32]

Financial Performance - The company achieved double-digit growth across key financial metrics, with new business profit increasing by 12% to $1.3 billion and operating profit after tax per share growing by 12% [3][28][29] - Gross operating free surplus generation rose by 14%, marking a significant inflection point in capital generation [4][29] - The dividend per share increased by 13% to 7.71¢, reflecting strong financial performance and commitment to shareholder returns [4][29] Business Lines Performance - New business profit in Hong Kong rose by 16%, driven by growth in both agency and bank assurance channels [9][32] - Indonesia saw exceptional growth with new business profit up 34%, benefiting from a strong agency and bank assurance performance [11][32] - The health segment reported a 13% increase in new business profit and earned premiums, with over 300,000 new health customers acquired [15][32] Market Performance - In Malaysia, bank assurance performed strongly, but agency contributions were lower, leading to an overall decline in new business profit [33] - Across growth segments, new business profit was up 11%, driven by strong performances in Taiwan, Thailand, and African markets, partially offset by Vietnam [12][32] - The company remains optimistic about its Mainland China business, focusing on quality growth and effective risk management [10][32] Strategic Direction and Industry Competition - The company is focused on high-quality sustainable growth and enhancing shareholder returns through a revised capital allocation framework [5][26] - Strategic priorities include strengthening distribution capabilities, particularly in agency and bank assurance, and enhancing customer engagement [7][24] - The company is well-positioned to capture growth opportunities in high-growth markets such as Greater China, ASEAN, India, and Africa [2][24] Management Commentary on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving 2025 guidance and 2027 objectives, emphasizing disciplined execution of strategy [3][25] - The company is committed to returning over $5 billion to shareholders between 2024 and 2027, reflecting strong capital generation [5][55] - Management highlighted the importance of quality new business and effective management of in-force products to drive future growth [23][55] Other Important Information - The company has invested $400 million in modernizing technology and capabilities since launching its five-year strategy in 2023 [20][21] - The agency force remains a key strength, contributing 55% of new business profit, with ongoing efforts to enhance recruitment and training [16][18] - The company is leveraging AI and digital platforms to improve productivity and customer engagement [19][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for new business profit growth in the second half of the year? - Management expects growth to normalize in the second half due to strong prior year comparators, particularly in Indonesia [11][32] Question: How is the company addressing challenges in Malaysia and Vietnam? - The company has clear plans to rebuild momentum and strengthen its position in both markets, focusing on agency performance improvements [20][32] Question: What is the outlook for the Mainland China business? - Management is optimistic about the Mainland China business, prioritizing quality growth and effective risk management [10][32]

Core Insights - Prudential (02378.HK) reported a 12% increase in new business profit to $1.26 billion for the first half of 2025, based on traditional embedded value [1] - Operating free surplus from effective insurance and asset management increased by 14% to $1.56 billion [1] - Adjusted pre-tax operating profit rose by 6% to $1.644 billion, while adjusted post-tax operating profit increased by 7% to $1.366 billion [1] Financial Performance - Adjusted operating profit per share was $0.493, reflecting a 12% increase [1] - The group's traditional embedded value equity stood at $35 billion, equivalent to $13.54 per share [1] - Free surplus ratio decreased to 221% from 234% as of December 31, 2024, with regulatory shareholder surplus exceeding $16.2 billion, representing a coverage ratio of 267% [1] Shareholder Returns - The company repurchased 72 million shares for $711 million, with plans to complete the current buyback program by year-end [2] - The first interim dividend increased by 13% to $0.0771 per share, compared to $0.0684 per share in 2024 [2] - The capital management update indicates a shift to total return-oriented capital flow, with expected annual ordinary share dividend growth of over 10% from 2025 to 2027 [2] Management Commentary - CEO Anil Wadhwani expressed satisfaction with the strong performance in the first half of 2025, noting double-digit growth in key metrics [2] - The company has reached a turning point in capital generation, allowing for an updated capital management plan and enhanced shareholder returns [2] - The company is confident in sustaining growth momentum into the second half of the year and beyond, aiming for financial targets by 2027 [2]

执行总裁Anil Wadhwani(华康尧)谈及业绩时表示："我们对2025年上半年度的强劲表现感到满意。关键 指标均录得双位数增长，符合我们于今年较早前提出的指引。我们已达至资本产生的转折点，从而能够 更新资本管理计划并提升股东回报，这印证我们的业务模式及其持续产生现金回报的能力。凭藉业务增 长驱动因素方面的策略进展及投资，我们深信能够将此增长势头延续至下半年度以至更长远的未来，并 稳定迈向2027年财务目标。" 保诚(02378)发布截至2025年6月30日止6个月中期业绩，按传统内含价值基准的新业务利润增加12%至 12.60亿美元;经调整税前经营溢利增加6%至16.44亿美元，经调整税后经营溢利增加7%至13.66亿美元;以 经调整经营溢利为基础的每股盈利为49.3美分，增加12%。 ...

执行总裁 Anil Wadhwani(华康尧)谈及业绩时表示："我们对2025年上半年度的强劲表现感到满意。关键 指标均录得双位数增长，符合我们于今年较早前提出的指引。我们已达至资本产生的转折点，从而能够 更新资本管理计划并提升股东回报，这印证我们的业务模式及其持续产生现金回报的能力。凭藉业务增 长驱动因素方面的策略进展及投资，我们深信能够将此增长势头延续至下半年度以至更长远的未来，并 稳定迈向2027年财务目标。" 智通财经APP讯，保诚(02378)发布截至2025年6月30日止6个月中期业绩，按传统内含价值基准的新业务 利润增加12%至12.60亿美元;经调整税前经营溢利增加 6%至16.44亿美元，经调整税后经营溢利增加7% 至13.66亿美元;以经调整经营溢利为基础的每股盈利为 49.3 美分，增加 12%。 ...