Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the insurance sector, indicating a positive outlook for the industry in the next six months [1]. Core Insights - The implementation of new accounting standards for non-listed insurance companies starting January 1, 2026, is expected to lead to increased volatility in net profits and downward pressure on net assets [4]. - The shift to new standards will likely drive insurance capital towards OCI stocks, enhancing the stability of profit statements [4]. - The report highlights that the insurance sector is currently undervalued, with PEV ratios ranging from 0.58 to 0.94 and PB ratios from 0.94 to 2.19, indicating a historical low [4]. Summary by Sections New Accounting Standards - Non-listed insurance companies will adopt new accounting standards in 2026, with provisions for simplified processing for those facing difficulties [4]. - The transition is expected to result in a significant drop in revenue, increased profit volatility, and pressure on net assets [4]. Impact on Financial Metrics - For five early-adopting bank-affiliated insurance companies, revenue under the new standards decreased by 76% compared to the old standards, while net assets fell by 16% [5]. - In 2024, these companies are projected to see a substantial increase in net profits, with a year-on-year growth of approximately 1,192% [5]. Asset Allocation Trends - Since 2023, listed insurance companies have been increasing their allocation to FVOCI stocks, with a notable rise in the proportion of these investments [4]. - By the end of 2024, the combined FVOCI stock proportion for five listed insurance companies is expected to reach 31.9%, up by 9.4 percentage points from the beginning of the year [4]. Market Conditions - The report notes that the demand for savings remains strong, and regulatory guidance is expected to gradually lower liability costs, alleviating pressure from interest rate spreads [4]. - The stability of long-term bond yields around 1.65% is anticipated to ease the pressure on new fixed-income investment returns for insurance companies [4].

新保险合同会计准则"进阶版"来袭。6月12日，财政部、金融监管总局联合印发了《关于进一步贯彻落实新保险合同会计准则的通知》（以下简称《通 知》）。根据《通知》，已提前执行的企业，应当继续执行新保险合同会计准则；非上市企业2026年强制执行；确有困难需暂缓执行的保险公司，应当在一 定时间提交书面材料说明原因。此外，《通知》还细化了保险公司可选择采用的简化处理规定。 财政部会计司有关负责人表示，为做好《通知》的实施指导，将引导企业，特别是中小保险公司准确理解把握《通知》的各项要求，高度重视新旧准则转换 工作，并联合金融监管总局密切跟踪评估新保险合同会计准则的实施情况，及时进行监管指导和政策协调，适时完善准则实施要求。 明确实施时间线 早在2020年，财政部发布《企业会计准则第25号—保险合同》（财会〔2020〕20号，以下简称"新保险合同会计准则"），保险业内一般称之为"新会计准 则"或"IFRS17"，并于2023年起落地执行。 新保险合同会计准则是保险行业财务报告的一场"大革新"。它的出现，旨在让保险公司的账本更透明、更真实，且避免"雾里看花"，让读不懂报表的大众也 能看懂保险公司的生意"好坏成色"。 根据《 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Finance has issued a notice to further implement the new insurance contract accounting standards, requiring all insurance companies to comply by January 1, 2026, with provisions for non-listed companies to simplify the execution process [1][3][8]. Summary by Relevant Sections Implementation Timeline - All insurance companies must execute the new standards by 2026, with the option to apply for a deferral if difficulties arise [3][10]. - Non-listed insurance companies can simplify the execution of the new standards to reduce complexity and costs [4][14]. Simplification Measures - The simplification of the new standards involves four main areas: grouping and recognition of insurance contracts, measurement, reporting, and transitional provisions [12][16]. - Non-listed companies can adopt simplified rules, which is beneficial for smaller firms facing implementation pressures [14][15]. Specific Simplification Details - Simplifications include: 1. Simplified assessment of insurance contract profitability, allowing companies to use observable market variables and reliable experience data for evaluations [20]. 2. Adjustments to the timing of recognition for reinsurance contracts and simplified accounting treatment for contracts terminated during the same accounting year due to policyholder withdrawal [22][23]. 3. Reduced disclosure requirements for certain financial metrics, such as amounts repayable to policyholders and adjustments related to financial assets [25][27]. Transitional Provisions - The notice outlines simplified methods for reporting comparative information and adjustments during the initial application of the new standards [28].

因此，此次《通知》要求，在境内外同时上市和仅在境外上市并采用国际财务报告准则或企业会计准则 编制财务报表的企业，以及在本《通知》施行前根据财会〔2020〕20号已提前执行的企业，应当继续执 行新保险合同会计准则。 财政部出新规，为非上市企业提供了保险合同会计简化处理的选择，降低了其实施的成本和复杂性。 明年起，多数保险公司等将执行修订后的新保险合同会计准则，但部分中小保险公司因历史数据积累有 限、人才配备不足和信息系统改造成本较高等原因，希望财政部出台一些简化措施以降低准则实施的难 度和成本，对此，财政部给出了新举措。 6月12日，财政部、金融监管总局联合印发了《关于进一步贯彻落实新保险合同会计准则的通知》（下 称《通知》），进一步细化新保险合同会计准则的实施安排和指导，为非上市企业提供了简化处理的选 择，并对新保险合同会计准则的组织实施提出要求。 2020年底财政部修订了《企业会计准则第25号——保险合同》，其中在境内外同时上市的企业以及在境 外上市并采用国际财务报告准则或企业会计准则编制财务报表的企业，已在2023年1月1日起执行。 财政部会计司有关负责人表示，从跟踪分析上市公司年报以及专项调研等了解的情 ...

Core Viewpoint - The notification aims to further guide the implementation of the new insurance contract accounting standards, enhancing the quality of financial reporting in the insurance industry and promoting high-quality development [12][18]. Implementation Arrangements - Companies listed both domestically and internationally, as well as those listed only abroad that adopt international financial reporting standards, must continue to implement the new insurance contract accounting standards from January 1, 2023. Other companies must comply by January 1, 2026, unless they submit a written request for a delay by June 30, 2025 [2][15]. - Companies that have already adopted the new standards prior to this notification must report their early adoption by June 30, 2025 [2]. Simplified Processing for Non-Listed Companies - Non-listed companies can choose to adopt simplified accounting policies when first implementing the new standards, effective from January 1, 2025 [3][15]. - Simplified processing includes grouping and recognition of insurance contracts, measurement, and reporting requirements [17]. Grouping and Recognition - Companies can assess the profitability of insurance contracts using updated market variables and reliable data, with annual updates required [3]. - Cash flows related to insurance acquisition can be allocated to the relevant contract groups without recognizing them as assets [3][4]. Measurement - Companies may separate certain cash flows from insurance contracts and measure them as financial assets or liabilities, while still applying the new standards for reporting [5][6]. - Non-listed companies can use industry-related information for measuring non-financial risk adjustments if reliable data is not available [5][6]. Reporting - If the net amount of reinsurance assets does not exceed 30% of the net insurance liabilities, companies may omit certain disclosures related to reinsurance [8][9]. - Companies can choose not to disclose certain amounts related to policyholder claims if they provide the total cash value of all life insurance business [9][10]. Transition Provisions - Companies can report comparative information for the most recent accounting year under the new standards without disclosing certain risk-related comparisons [9]. - Non-listed companies must consistently apply the simplified processing across all contracts within the scope of the new standards [10]. Organizational Implementation - The implementation of the new standards is crucial for accurately reflecting the financial status and operational results of insurance companies, thereby enhancing the quality of accounting information [10][18]. - Companies are encouraged to prepare for the transition by improving business processes, information systems, and training personnel [10][18]. - The Ministry of Finance and the Financial Regulatory Bureau will monitor the implementation and provide ongoing guidance [10][18].