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Ping An's Sustainability Journey

In a significant achievement, Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. has received an upgrade from A to A+ in the 2026 Sustainability Rating released by the Hang Seng Indexes Company. This marks the third consecutive year of improvement for Ping An, securing its place among the top 10% of financial institutions, underlining its exceptional performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.

An Overview of the Upgrade

Ping An's rating upgrade reflects its strong commitment to sustainability. The company scored high in two categories:

• - The A-share (601318) of Ping An ranked in the top 10% of the A-share universe.
• - The H-share (02318) was recognized among the top 20% in the Hong Kong market.

The Hang Seng Sustainability Rating assesses corporate ESG performance and is a crucial benchmark for sustainable investment practices, influencing the compilation of various Hang Seng Sustainability Indexes. The recent assessment included 636 Hong Kong-listed members of the Hang Seng Composite Index as well as 1,562 A-share constituents from the Hang Seng China A Index.

Ping An's Commitment to Sustainability

Richard Sheng, Board Secretary of Ping An, emphasized that sustainability is fundamental to the Group's development strategy and competitive edge. The company is committed to addressing customer needs while focusing on technology-driven solutions in finance and healthcare, reinforcing its governance and promoting green development.

This commitment is evident in their innovative dual strategy: integrating finance with health and senior care services. Ping An's comprehensive and customer-focused service model aims to offer health services that directly respond to the needs of an aging society in China, where wealth is increasing.

As of June 30, 2026, Ping An boasted 253 million retail customers, showcasing a 99% retention rate for clients holding multiple products. The numbers speak for themselves; 11.51 million Life customers used the company's health and senior care services, illustrating the effectiveness of its strategy.

Financial Growth and Stability

Ping An has also shown robust financial health. For the first half of 2026, the Group announced revenues of RMB575.138 billion, marking a 15% year-on-year increase. Their operating profit grew by 8.3% year-on-year, resulting in RMB84.196 billion, while net profits soared by 36.1% to RMB92.585 billion. Notably, the company has increased its cash dividends for over a decade, with this year’s interim cash dividend reaching RMB0.98 per share, a rise of 3.2% compared to the previous year.

Technology and Customer Experience Optimization

Ping An's journey towards sustainability also entails technological advancements aimed at enhancing the customer experience. The introduction of an AI-driven platform—dubbed the