Core Viewpoint - China Pacific Insurance (601601.SH, 02601.HK) has successfully issued zero-coupon H-share convertible bonds amounting to HKD 15.556 billion, marking the largest scale of such bonds in history and the second issuance by a listed insurance company in 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Convertible Bond Issuance - The zero-coupon convertible bonds were issued on September 18, 2025, and began trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 19, 2025 [2]. - This issuance is notable for being the first overseas convertible bond by a state-owned financial enterprise listed both domestically and internationally, as well as the largest zero-coupon convertible bond in Hong Kong history [2][4]. - The initial conversion price for the bonds is set at HKD 39.04 per share, with a conversion potential of approximately 398 million shares, representing about 14.36% of the existing H-share capital [3][4]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Strategy - The funds raised will primarily support the core insurance business and the implementation of three strategic initiatives: "Great Health", "Artificial Intelligence+", and "Internationalization" [1][6]. - As of June 30, 2025, the company reported a solvency ratio of 264% and a core solvency ratio of 190%, both showing an increase of 8 percentage points from the end of 2024 [1][7]. - For the first half of 2025, the company achieved a revenue of CNY 200.5 billion, a year-on-year increase of 3%, with a net profit of CNY 27.9 billion, reflecting an 11% growth [6][7]. Group 3: Market Interest and Investor Activity - The issuance has attracted significant interest from foreign investors and peers, with Ping An Life increasing its stake in China Pacific Insurance to 10% and JPMorgan Chase acquiring over HKD 13.489 billion worth of shares [1][8]. - The convertible bonds were oversubscribed, with long-term investors accounting for over 70% of the subscriptions, indicating strong market confidence [4][6].

NO.2 零息H股可转债发行添新例，中国太保拟发155.56亿港元可转债 9月11日，中国太保公告，拟发行本金总额155.56亿港元、2030年到期的零息H股可转换债券。这是今年 继中国平安之后，又一家拟发行零息H股可转换债券的上市险企。 点评：有保险业内人士分析称，通过低成本的融资来补充资本金，是当前险资的迫切需求。除了资本补 充债和永续债以外，零息可转债也是多渠道资本补充方式之一。与资本补充债和永续债相比，可转债一 旦转股后，可以补充核心资本而非附属资本，可提升核心偿付能力充足率，具有更强的风险抵御能力。 每经编辑｜张益铭 ｜2025年9月12日 星期五｜ NO.1 央行：将加大对要素市场化配置综合改革试点地区的金融支持力度 9月11日，中国人民银行研究局局长王信在国新办例行发布会上表示，下一步，中国人民银行将围绕增 加有效金融服务供给，推动更高水平的金融开放合作，推动数智赋能金融发展等方面，加大对要素市场 化配置综合改革试点地区的金融支持力度，为建设全国统一大市场作出积极贡献。 点评：中国人民银行加强对要素市场化配置综合改革试点地区的金融支持，彰显了其促进经济结构转型 和高质量发展的决心。这一举措有助于 ...

到期后，若债券按初始转换价全部转换，且不再发行其他股份，预计可转换为约3.98亿H股股份，占中 国太保当前已发行H股数量的14.36%，现有总股本的4.14%。 对于此次发行可转债的原因，中国太保表示，发行债券所得款项净额主要用于支持保险主业，支持"大 康养、人工智能+、国际化"三大战略实施。而前述三大战略是太保新一轮5年规划中的重要方向。 9月11日早间，中国太保在港交所发布公告称，计划根据一般授权发行本金总额155.56亿港元于2030年 到期的零息H股可转换债券。 此次发行中国太保还在零票息前提下，实现了溢价发行。初始转换价为每股H股39.04港元，较中国太保 前一个交易日收盘价，溢价约21%，较近五个交易日平均收市价每股31.87港元，溢价约22.49%。 高盛方面认为，这是中国太保利用过去12个月股价上涨及低成本融资的机会所进行的股票募集。鉴于长 期债券收益率走向的不确定性，该行相信额外资本可让公司在资本管理上更具弹性。 从二级市场上看，中国太保H股股价已从今年年初的22港元左右上涨至当前的33港元左右，涨幅已有 50%，年内股价最高报37.86港元。 事实上，除中国太保外，中国平安也在去年11月也 ...

Core Viewpoint - China Pacific Insurance (CPIC) announced the issuance of zero-coupon H-share convertible bonds maturing in 2030, with a total principal amount of HKD 15.556 billion, aimed at supporting its core insurance business and strategic initiatives [1][3]. Summary by Sections Bond Issuance Details - CPIC successfully issued zero-coupon convertible bonds at a premium, with a financing scale of HKD 15.556 billion and over 70% subscription from long-term investors, resulting in a conversion premium rate of 25% [2]. - This issuance marks the largest zero-coupon convertible bond in Hong Kong's history and the largest overseas refinancing project in the Asia-Pacific financial sector since 2025 [3]. Use of Proceeds - The net proceeds from the bond issuance will be used to support the core insurance business, implement three strategic initiatives: "Great Health and Elderly Care," "Artificial Intelligence+," and "Internationalization," as well as to replenish working capital [3][5]. Conversion Terms - The bonds are exclusively issued to "professional investors" as defined by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange rules. The initial conversion price is set at HKD 39.04 per H-share, representing a premium of approximately 21.24% over the closing price of HKD 32.20 on September 10, 2025 [4]. - If fully converted at the initial conversion price, the bonds could convert into approximately 398 million shares, accounting for about 14.36% of the existing H-shares and 4.14% of the total issued share capital [4]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, CPIC reported operating revenue of CNY 200.496 billion, a year-on-year increase of 3%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of CNY 27.885 billion, up 11% [5]. - The group's embedded value reached CNY 588.927 billion, growing by 4.7% compared to the end of the previous year, with solvency ratios significantly exceeding regulatory requirements [5]. Strategic Focus - The bond issuance reflects CPIC's commitment to optimizing its capital structure and enhancing sustainable capital supply capabilities to support strategic initiatives and business development [5].

Core Viewpoint - China Pacific Insurance (China Taibao) plans to issue zero-coupon convertible bonds totaling HKD 15.556 billion, maturing in 2030, to support its business development and capital structure needs [2][6]. Group 1: Bond Issuance Details - The initial conversion price for the bonds is set at HKD 39.04 per share, representing a premium of approximately 21.24% over the closing price of HKD 32.20 on September 10 [6]. - If fully converted at the initial conversion price, the bonds could convert into approximately 398.46 million shares, accounting for about 14.36% of the existing H-shares and 4.14% of the total issued share capital as of the announcement date [6][7]. - The net proceeds from the bond issuance will be used to support the insurance core business, implement three major strategies ("Great Health, AI+, Internationalization"), and supplement working capital [2][6]. Group 2: Regulatory and Market Considerations - The company has obtained the necessary approval from the National Development and Reform Commission for the bond issuance and will apply for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [7]. - Following the completion of the bond issuance, the company will also file with the China Securities Regulatory Commission and seek approval from the financial regulatory authority for any subsequent capital increase related to the conversion of shares [7]. Group 3: Industry Context - The issuance of zero-coupon convertible bonds is becoming a trend among insurance companies, as seen with China Ping An's recent announcement to issue HKD 11.765 billion in similar bonds [9]. - Industry experts highlight that zero-coupon bonds offer lower financing costs and flexible terms, making them suitable for insurance companies' capital replenishment needs [9].

9月11日盘前，中国太保（601601）公告称，拟根据一般授权发行本金总额155.56亿港元于2030年到期的零息H股可转换 债券，初始转股价格为每股H股39.04港元。 为何要发行债券？中国太保表示，公司从自身的业务发展需求及资本结构考虑，希望获得中长期境外低成本资金，以更 好地支持业务长足发展。据此，公司拟发行债券，债券及转换股份将在香港联交所上市，进一步充实资本实力，增强营 运韧性，构筑全球竞争优势。 公告称，中国太保拟将可转换债券发行所得款项净额用于支持保险主业、支持"大康养、人工智能+、国际化"三大战略 实施及补充营运资金等一般企业用途。 根据公告，9月10日（交易时段后），中国太保与经办人签署认购协议。公司拟发行的债券本金总额为155.56亿港元， 可于条款及条件所载情形下转换为H股。初始转换价为每股H股39.04港元（可予调整），较H股于9月10日在香港联交所 所报收市价每股32.20港元溢价约21.24%。 假设债券按每股H股39.04港元的初始转换价全部转换且不再发行其他股份，则债券将可转换为约3.9846亿股转换股份， 约占公司于该公告日现有已发行H股数目的14.36%及现有已发行股本总数 ...

Core Viewpoint - China Pacific Insurance (601601) plans to issue HKD 15.556 billion in convertible bonds, which can be converted into H-shares under specified terms and conditions [1] Summary by Relevant Sections Convertible Bonds Issuance - The company intends to issue HKD 15.556 billion in convertible bonds [1] - The initial conversion price is set at HKD 39.04 per H-share, subject to adjustments [1] Conversion Details - If the bonds are fully converted at the initial conversion price, they will convert into approximately 398 million shares [1] - This represents about 14.36% of the company's existing issued H-shares and 4.14% of the total issued share capital as of the announcement date [1] - After full conversion, the new shares would account for approximately 12.55% of the enlarged issued H-shares and 3.98% of the total issued share capital, assuming no other changes to the company's share capital [1]

假设债券按每股H股39.04港元的初始转换价全部转换且不再发行其他股份，则债券将可转换为约3.98亿 股转换股份，约占公司于本公告日现有已发行H股数目的14.36%及现有已发行股本总数的4.14%;以及约 占公司于债券获全部转换后经发行转换股份扩大后已发行H股数目的12.55%及已发行股本总数的3.98% (亦假设公司股本未因任何原因而发生变动)。 智通财经APP讯，中国太保(601601.SH)公告，公司拟发行155.56亿港元，可于条款及条件所载情形下转 换为H股。初始转换价为每股H股39.04港元(可予调整)。 ...

Group 1 - The insurance industry is experiencing increased competition and regulatory improvements, leading to a heightened demand for capital replenishment [1] - New capital replenishment methods are emerging, such as China Ping An's issuance of zero-interest H-share convertible bonds and Dinghe Property Insurance's capital reserve conversion to registered capital [1][7] - The exploration of various capital replenishment methods reflects the industry's emphasis on solvency management and indicates a trend towards diversification in capital replenishment strategies [1] Group 2 - China Ping An announced the issuance of HKD 11.765 billion zero-interest H-share convertible bonds, with a conversion price set at HKD 55.02 per share, representing a premium of approximately 18.45% over the closing price on June 3 [2][4] - The zero-interest design of the bonds means investors will not receive interest during the bond's term, but can benefit from potential share price appreciation upon conversion [4][6] - The funds raised will primarily support the company's financial core business and strategic emerging sectors such as healthcare and elderly care, aligning with its "comprehensive finance + technology + ecology" strategy [7] Group 3 - Smaller insurance companies face more restrictions in capital replenishment compared to larger firms, with the comprehensive solvency of the property insurance industry dropping to 364.15% in Q1 2025 [8] - Some smaller insurers are exploring capital reserve conversion to registered capital as a means to enhance core capital without cash flow implications, as seen with Dinghe Property Insurance increasing its registered capital from approximately CNY 4.643 billion to CNY 6 billion [8][9] - This method avoids introducing new shareholders or additional funding, thus reducing financing costs and maintaining stable equity structures for smaller insurers [9]

Core Viewpoint - The insurance industry is exploring new methods for capital replenishment to enhance capital strength and meet solvency requirements [3][4]. Group 1: Capital Replenishment Methods - China Ping An plans to issue approximately HKD 11.765 billion zero-coupon H-share convertible bonds maturing in 2030, with proceeds aimed at business development, capital replenishment, and general purposes [3]. - Smaller insurance companies are utilizing capital reserves to increase registered capital, with Jin Tai Insurance and Ding He Property Insurance planning to issue shares and convert capital reserves to registered capital, respectively [3]. - As of June 9, 11 insurance companies have issued bonds totaling CNY 49.6 billion in 2023, indicating a strong demand for capital among insurers [3]. Group 2: Regulatory Support and Market Outlook - Regulatory bodies are implementing measures to enhance counter-cyclical adjustments, optimizing solvency supervision requirements and encouraging capital replenishment through various channels [4]. - The industry anticipates continued high demand for capital replenishment, primarily through the issuance of capital supplement bonds and perpetual bonds in the short term [4]. - Large insurance companies are expected to explore new financing methods, while smaller firms need to improve business quality to match capital efficiency, indicating sustained high levels of capital replenishment across the industry [4].