Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-03-31 00:26Core Viewpoint - Xinhua Insurance aims to serve as a key player in supporting the real economy and maintaining financial stability, showcasing significant growth in revenue and profit in 2024 [1][4]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Xinhua Insurance achieved an operating income of 1325.55 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of 85.27% [3][4]. - The net profit for 2024 reached 262.29 billion yuan, marking a 201.07% increase compared to the previous year, setting a historical record [3][4]. - Total assets as of the end of 2024 amounted to 1.69 trillion yuan, also a new high for the company [4]. Investment Strategy - As of December 31, 2024, Xinhua Insurance's investment scale was 1.63 trillion yuan, with a total investment return rate of 5.8% and a comprehensive investment return rate of 8.5% [2][5]. - The company supported the real economy with an investment scale of 1.09 trillion yuan and a balance of investments aligned with national strategies of approximately 483.3 billion yuan [2][8]. Business Development - Xinhua Insurance's life insurance business saw a premium income of 1705.11 billion yuan in 2024, a 2.8% increase year-on-year [4]. - The new business value for the year was 62.53 billion yuan, reflecting a significant growth of 106.8% [4]. - The company established a comprehensive framework to enhance its service to national strategies, including a three-tier management structure [7]. Shareholder Returns - In 2024, Xinhua Insurance initiated a mid-term dividend distribution, paying out 0.54 yuan per share, totaling 1.685 billion yuan [10]. - The company plans to distribute a year-end cash dividend of 1.99 yuan per share, amounting to 6.208 billion yuan, leading to a total proposed dividend of 78.93 billion yuan for the year, an increase of 197.6% from the previous year [11][10]. Future Outlook - The year 2025 is anticipated to be a pivotal year for the insurance industry, with significant growth potential as the "New National Ten Articles" are fully implemented [12]. - The chairman of Xinhua Insurance emphasized the importance of leveraging opportunities for high-quality development by integrating insurance, investment, and service strategies [12].