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Goldman Sachs Raises 2026 Profit Forecast for China Life by 8%

Morgan Stanley Raises Target Price for China Life to HKD 38.9

China Ping An Life Insurance Increases Holdings in China Life

UBS Report: China Life Sees 76% Increase in New Business Value, 32% Drop in Net Profit in Q1

The total net profit of the five major listed insurance companies decreased by 16.98% in Q1 2026, but the new business value of life insurance saw comprehensive growth

China Ping An Insurance Buys 1.266 Million Shares of China Life Insurance

JPMorgan Releases Q1 Earnings Analysis for China Life

Fujian Xinrui Relay Sci-Tech Equity Investment Partnership Established with an Investment of About 4 Billion Yuan

CHINA LIFE released FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 29 After-Market (BJT), actual revenue HKD 61.86 B, actual EPS HKD 0

LaSalle Investment Management and National Life Capital Collaborate on Shanghai Long-Term Rental Apartment Acquisition

China Life Releases 2025 ESG Report, MSCI Rating Upgraded to AA

China Life Insurance Reports 75.5% Increase in New Business Value in Q1

China Life Sees Growth in Sales Force Quality in Q1

China Life's Q1 2026 Net Profit Falls 32.3% to 19.505 Billion Yuan

Ping An Asset Management Co., Ltd.增持 China Life Insurance

Significant Growth in Dividend Insurance Sales via Banking Channels

Insurance industry focuses on technological innovation and green transformation in Q1 2026

HKEX announces the addition of weekly contracts for 17 option classes, including China Life

Shareholding disclosure reveals Ping An Insurance increased its stake in China Life

China Insurance Industry Association Announces Q1 2026 Data, Premium Income Up 6.2% YoY

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Morgan Stanley has raised its target price for CHINA LIFEfrom HKD37.9 to HKD38.9, reflecting a 2.6% increase. This adjustment follows strong growth in the company's new business value in Q1 2026, prompting slight increases in earnings forecasts for 2026 to 2028 by 0.1%, 0.3%, and 0.4%. The firm maintains an Overweight rating on the stock.

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M Stanley Raises CHINA LIFE  TP to HKD38.9, Reiterates Overweight

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CICC reported that CHINA LIFEexceeded expectations in its 1Q26 results, with a 75.5% YoY increase in new business value (NBV), despite a 32.3% YoY decline in net profit to RMB19.505 billion. CICC maintained its Outperform rating and unchanged earnings forecasts, setting a target price of RMB60.3 for A shares and HKD44.5 for H shares, indicating potential upside of 65% and 62%, respectively.

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CICC: CHINA LIFE  1Q26 NBV Far Exceeds Expectations; Maintains Outperform Rating

UBS reported that CHINA LIFEachieved a 76% year-on-year increase in new business value for 1Q26, significantly surpassing expectations. However, the company's net profit after tax fell 32% year-on-year to RMB20 billion, aligning with market forecasts due to weak equity performance and high investment leverage. UBS maintains a Buy rating on CHINA LIFE with a target price of HKD40.

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UBS: CHINA LIFE  1Q26 New Business Value +76% YoY Far Beats; Buy, TP HKD40

Hong Kong stocks declined ahead of the May 1 holiday, with the HSI closing down 335 points at 25,776. China Life rose 4.5% after quarterly results, while SMIC gained 7.8%. Brent oil futures reached $120.92 per barrel. The US Federal Reserve maintained interest rates, and the DJIA fell 0.6%. Southbound trading will be suspended during the holiday. YOFC shares plummeted 13.8% after disappointing Q1 results, despite significant year-on-year profit growth. Overall, the HSI saw a weekly decline of 0.8%, but a monthly gain of 4%.

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Hong Kong Stocks Weaken Ahead of Long Holiday; CHINA LIFE  Up 4%; SMIC Sought After

NCIshares rose 2.8% at midday, closing at HKD52. BofAS reported a net profit of RMB6.5 billion for 1Q26, up 11% YoY, but noted one-off gains. NCI's investment yield was 2.1%, lower than CHINA LIFE's 2.2%. M Stanley and UBS also reported positive earnings, with M Stanley assigning an Underweight rating and a TP of HKD43, while UBS maintained a Neutral rating with a TP of HKD48.5. Overall, NCI's performance exceeded market expectations despite challenges in the equity market.

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NCI  Up 2.8% at Midday; Brokers Say 1Q26 Earnings Beat Expectations

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The HSI fell 322 points to 25,789 at midday, influenced by a 280-point drop in the DJIA. CHINA LIFE rose nearly 5% despite a 32.3% drop in 1Q net profit, while SMIC surged over 6%. Other major stocks like CCB and BANKCOMM reported profit increases but saw share declines. Tech stocks faced mixed results, with TENCENT down 3% and NTES up 2.2%. International oil prices rose, benefiting PETROCHINA, while auto stocks like BYD and NIO experienced significant drops. HSBC is involved in a USD40 billion loan arranged by SoftBank, with its shares down 0.7%.

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HSI Down 322 pts at Half Day; CHINA LIFE  Up Nearly 5%; SMIC Surges Over 6%

CLSA has raised its target price for CHINA LIFEfrom HKD33 to HKD37 following the company's 1Q26 results, which showed a 76% YoY increase in new business value, despite a 32% YoY decline in net profit. The broker has adjusted its forecasts for 2026 EPS and DPS downwards but increased earnings and net asset value estimates for 2027 and 2028. CLSA maintains an Outperform rating for CHINA LIFE, its top pick among Chinese insurers, while lowering its A-share target price from RMB45 to RMB39 with a Hold rating.

CLSA Raises CHINA LIFE  TP to HKD37; 1Q26 Net Profit Largely In Line

JPM's report highlights that CHINA LIFE's 1Q new business value surged 75.5% YoY, significantly exceeding expectations. Despite a 32% YoY decline in net profit to RMB19.5 billion, the bank maintains an Overweight rating, citing strong sales momentum and a robust solvency ratio of 157%. The target price is set at HKD40, based on an 8x projected 2026 P/E ratio, indicating a positive outlook for the stock.

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JPM: CHINA LIFE  1Q New Business Value Surges 75.5% YoY Far Above Expectations; Reiterates Overweight as Top Pick

JPMorgan released a report on CHINA LIFE, stating that despite a 32% YoY decline in net profit for 1Q26, the strong new business sales in life insurance offset this decline. The broker maintains an Overweight rating with a target price of HKD40, believing the profit drop won't impact share prices in the near term. The company has adjusted its dividend policy, reducing dividend risk despite earnings forecast revisions. CHINA LIFE's new business value surged 75.5% YoY, indicating market share growth and improved distribution capabilities.

JPM: CHINA LIFE  Profit Slump Not a Near-term Share Price Risk, Reiterates Overweight with TP HKD40

CHINA LIFEshares rose over 5% following the release of its first-quarter results, despite a 32.3% year-on-year decline in net profit to RMB19.505 billion. The company reported a 15.3% drop in operating revenue but a 1.1% increase in total premium income. Notably, new business value surged by 75.5%. Analysts from JPM and M Stanley praised the strong growth in new business value, maintaining Overweight ratings with target prices of HKD40 and HKD37.9, respectively.

CHINA LIFE  Jumps Over 5% Post-Results; M Stanley and JPM Cite Strong 1Q New Business Value Growth

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The HSI opened down 103 points at 26,008, following a 0.6% drop in the DJIA. CHINA LIFE shares rose 4% despite a 32.3% YoY drop in net profit for 1Q26. AIA also gained nearly 2% after reporting better-than-expected new business value. Other major stocks like HSBC and BOC Hong Kong opened down, while tech stocks generally fell. International oil prices rose, benefiting CNOOC, which opened up 0.7%. Overall, the market showed mixed performance with several companies reporting varied financial results.

HSI Opens Down 103 pts; CHINA LIFE  Up 4%, AIA Gains Nearly 2%

CHINA LIFEreported a 32.3% year-on-year decline in net profit for Q1 2026, totaling RMB19.505 billion. Operating revenue fell 15.3% to RMB93.291 billion, while total premium income rose 1.1% to RMB358.478 billion. The Value of New Business increased by 75.5%. Total investment income was RMB35.536 billion, with a yield of 2.21%. As of March 31, total assets reached RMB7.715 trillion, up 1.6% from last year, and net assets were RMB611.987 billion, up 0.6%.

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A study warns that medical claims paid by Hong Kong insurers could double in a decade, raising sustainability concerns. Claims rose over 60% from 2019 to 2023, driven by inpatient bills, particularly for day procedures. Total reimbursements reached HK$17.73 billion in 2023. Industry leaders urge prudent claims filing to avoid premium increases, while suggesting a review of the Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme's regulatory framework to address rising costs. The ageing population complicates efforts to reverse the trend, prompting calls for stakeholder discussions on managing growth in medical claims.

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M Stanley Raises CHINA LIFE TP to HKD38.9, Reiterates Overweight

CICC: CHINA LIFE 1Q26 NBV Far Exceeds Expectations; Maintains Outperform Rating

UBS: CHINA LIFE 1Q26 New Business Value +76% YoY Far Beats; Buy, TP HKD40

Hong Kong Stocks Weaken Ahead of Long Holiday; CHINA LIFE Up 4%; SMIC Sought After

NCI Up 2.8% at Midday; Brokers Say 1Q26 Earnings Beat Expectations