MANULIFE(HK:00945)2025-05-07 23:59Business Performance - The new business value in the insurance sector reached a record high, with a year-on-year growth of 43% in Asia, contributing to a 36% increase in new business value overall [4]. - Core earnings for Q1 2025 were CAD 1.767 billion, a decrease of 1% compared to Q1 2024, while net income attributable to shareholders was CAD 485 million, down 47% [6]. - Core EPS increased by 3% to CAD 0.99, while overall EPS fell by 48% to CAD 0.25 [6]. - APE sales rose by 37% to CAD 2.689 billion, and new business CSM increased by 31% to CAD 907 million [6]. - In Q1 2025, core earnings were CAD 1.8 billion, a decrease of 1% compared to Q1 2024 [13]. - Net income attributable to shareholders in Q1 2025 was CAD 500 million, down CAD 400 million from Q1 2024, primarily due to increased net provisions from market experience [14]. - APE sales, new business CSM, and new business value in the insurance sector grew by 37%, 31%, and 36% year-over-year, respectively, in Q1 2025 [15]. - Core earnings for Q1 2025 totaled CAD 1,767 million, a decrease from CAD 1,907 million in Q4 2024 but an increase from CAD 1,710 million in Q1 2024 [24]. - The net income attributable to shareholders for Q1 2025 was CAD 485 million, down from CAD 1,638 million in Q4 2024 and CAD 866 million in Q1 2024 [24]. Financial Metrics - The LICAT ratio remained strong at 137%, and the financial leverage ratio was 23.9%, within the mid-term target range of 25% [4]. - The core EBITDA margin for the global wealth and asset management business expanded by 290 basis points to 28.4% [8]. - The market experience loss for Q1 2025 was CAD 1,332 million, compared to a loss of CAD 192 million in Q4 2024 and a loss of CAD 779 million in Q1 2024 [24]. - The company reported a core earnings tax adjustment of $331 million for Q1 2025, consistent with the effective rates applied during the reporting period [31]. - The company reported a total investment income of $3,242 million for Q1 2025, down from $4,628 million in Q4 2024 [49]. - The company’s total income before tax was $1,252 million, with a significant contribution from the Asia segment at $594 million [35]. - The company’s core earnings tax adjustment for Q1 2024 was $330 million, reflecting the effective tax rate applied [37]. Market and Strategic Initiatives - The company launched FutureStepTM, a new digital retirement plan product for small businesses in the U.S., enhancing its market presence [9]. - A strategic partnership with China Banking Corporation was extended for 15 years to provide comprehensive financial solutions in the Philippines [9]. - The company completed a reinsurance transaction with Reinsurance Group of America, releasing capital to be returned to shareholders through a new share buyback plan [9]. - The company is focusing on expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings as part of its strategic initiatives [23]. - The company plans to return capital through share buybacks as part of its strategy to achieve mid-term financial and operational goals [50]. Regional Performance - In Asia, APE sales, new business CSM, and new business value reached record highs, growing by 50%, 38%, and 43% year-over-year, respectively [18]. - In Canada, APE sales increased by 9%, with new business value growing by 15% compared to Q1 2024 [18]. - The net income from Asia for Q1 2025 was $624 million, up from $583 million in Q4 2024, while the U.S. reported a loss of $569 million [45]. - The net income from Canada for Q1 2025 was $222 million, a decrease from $439 million in Q4 2024 [45]. Risks and Uncertainties - The company emphasizes that forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations [50]. - Key factors affecting actual performance include general business and economic conditions, market volatility, interest rates, and credit spreads [52]. - Future performance may be influenced by geopolitical uncertainties, including international disputes and trade issues [52]. - The potential impact of climate change and environmental factors on the company's operations is acknowledged as a significant risk [52]. - The company acknowledges the importance of adapting to market changes and retaining key personnel to ensure operational effectiveness [52].