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Ping An Reports 7.6% Growth in Q1 Operating Profit for 2026

Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. has announced buoyant financial results for the first quarter of 2026, marking a robust 7.6% year-on-year growth in operating profit attributable to the parent company's shareholders. The total operating profit reached an impressive RMB 40,780 million for the three months ending March 31, 2026.

In tandem with this achievement, the Group also recorded significant progress in its life and health insurance segment, reflecting a healthy 20.8% increase in new business value (NBV), reaching RMB 15,574 million. The first-year premium (FYP) for the life and health business surged by 45.5%, indicative of strong demand and strategic execution in the market.

Continued Growth Amid Challenges

2026 illustrates the start of China's 15th Five-Year Plan. Despite a turbulent economic backdrop, the nation's economy has displayed resilience, with Ping An positioning itself firmly within the integrated finance and senior care ecosystem to advance its strategic vision. This integrated model aims to not only grow its core financial services but also elevate customer experiences through innovative solutions.

The overall assets of Ping An surpassed RMB 14 trillion, standing at approximately RMB 14.17 trillion as of March 31, 2026. The equity attributable to shareholders also appreciated by 1.8% from the year's commencement. The robustness of Ping An's operations reflects both its adaptability to changing market conditions and its commitment to enhancing customer offerings.

Customer Growth and Engagement

Ping An's integrated service approach has successfully enhanced customer engagement. As of March 31, 2026, the Group reported nearly 252 million retail customers, with a minimal growth of 0.2% from the start of the year. Notably, the retention rates among customers holding products across multiple lines remained exceptionally high, with a 99% rate for those with over three product lines.

The evolving digital landscape has played a crucial role in Ping An's recent success. The introduction of AI-driven services has revolutionized customer interactions—allowing for seamless experiences where approximately 90 million monthly active users engaged through Ping An's applications, seeing a year-on-year increase of 7.7%.

Innovative Health and Senior Care Strategies

Ping An has made commendable strides in its health and senior care initiatives, indicating their essential role in the financial ecosystem. The Group's health insurance premium income reached RMB 47.3 billion, demonstrating a year-on-year growth of 6.4%. Meanwhile, the foray into home-based senior care attracted over 290,000 eligible customers, underscoring the agility and significance of these services.

The QR code payment system for pharmacies has been a pivotal part of Ping An's growth trajectory, with coverage extending to 111,000 pharmacies nationwide, reinforcing the integration of healthcare into its financial services framework.

Commitment to Technology and Service Innovation

Technology has become an indispensable element of Ping An’s strategy. The ongoing development of AI capabilities has transformed operational efficiencies, achieving an unannualized net investment yield of 0.8% on its insurance funds investment portfolio, valued at about RMB 6.55 trillion as of March 31, 2026. Furthermore, Ping An's AI Assistant is capable of handling up to 84% of business volume, paving the way for improved service and efficiency.

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