Positive Outlook and Strategic Growth for Ping An Insurance: A Buy Recommendation by Richard Xu

Analyst Richard Xu from Morgan Stanley maintained a Buy rating on Ping An Insurance Company of China and keeping the price target at HK$70.00.TipRanks Black Friday Sale Claim 60% off TipRanks Premium for the data-backed insights and research tools you need to invest with confidence. Subscribe to TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks and see our data in action through our high-performing model portfolio - now also 60% off Richard Xu’s rating is based on several compelling factors that suggest a positive outlook for Ping An Insurance Company of China. The company’s management has identified a favorable risk-reward scenario in China’s long-term interest rate environment, which supports their strategy of maintaining a three-year duration gap and increasing allocations to high-dividend stocks. This strategic positioning is expected to enhance the company’s investment returns.Moreover, Ping An’s business operations have shown strong year-to-date results, with management expressing confidence in continued growth in value of new business (VNB) into 2026. The company is also focusing on expanding its healthcare and senior care services, as well as leveraging artificial intelligence and technology to drive future growth. Additionally, the agent and banca channels are expected to see improvements, with a focus on productivity and bank outlet expansion, respectively. These factors collectively contribute to Richard Xu’s Buy rating for Ping An Insurance Company of China. According to TipRanks, Xu is a 3-star analyst with an average return of 5.8% and a 58.54% success rate. Xu covers the Financial sector, focusing on stocks such as Ping An Insurance Company of China, AIA Group, and Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing.