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Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) generates a steady flow of corporate and regulatory news as a technology-empowered personal financial services platform and financial services enabler for small business owners in China. This news page focuses on announcements and disclosures that the company releases to investors, regulators and the market.
According to its press releases, Lufax frequently reports on extraordinary general meetings, including meeting notices, circulars, and the results of shareholder votes on framework agreements and collaboration arrangements. These items often involve services and products purchasing framework agreements, financial services framework agreements, consumer finance collaboration agreements, and account management agreements, many of which relate to connected transactions with Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. and its subsidiaries and associates.
Visitors can also expect news on corporate governance and management changes, such as appointments and resignations of independent non-executive directors, changes in board committee composition, and senior management hires. Recent disclosures have covered the appointment of new senior executives, including a Co-Chief Executive Officer, an Executive Deputy General Manager and Chief Marketing Officer, and a new Chief Risk Officer.
Another important category of news concerns auditor changes and listing compliance. Lufax has announced shareholder approval to remove and appoint auditors and has reported on communications with the New York Stock Exchange regarding its continued listing standards and extensions to file its annual report on Form 20-F.
By following LU news, investors and observers can track how Lufax manages its framework agreements, connected transactions, board and management structure, and regulatory obligations across the New York and Hong Kong markets.
Ping An Insurance announced its 2022 financial results, achieving an operating profit of RMB148,365 million, a 0.3% year-on-year increase. Net profit totaled RMB107,432 million, with RMB83,774 million attributed to shareholders. The annual cash dividend per share grew by 1.7% to RMB2.42. The company reported a stable operating ROE of 17.9% and highlighted steady growth in its integrated financial services model, expanding its retail customer base to 227 million. Despite challenges, Ping An expects positive growth momentum in 2023, focusing on enhancing financial services.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) reported its financial results for Q4 and the full year ended December 31, 2022, revealing a net loss of RMB 806 million (US$117 million), a significant decline from a profit of RMB 2,896 million in Q4 2021. Total income fell by 22.2% to RMB 12,318 million (US$1,786 million), primarily due to decreased loan sales and a drop in retail credit service fees. Total expenses rose 12.4% to RMB 12,922 million (US$1,874 million), largely attributed to a 147.1% increase in credit impairment losses. In contrast, net interest income increased by 3.2% to RMB 4,369 million (US$633 million). Lufax declared a cash dividend of US$0.05 per ADS for the six-month period ending December 31, 2022.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) announced it will release its fourth quarter 2022 financial results on March 12, 2023, at 4:30 P.M. U.S. Eastern Time. An earnings conference call will be held at 9:00 P.M. the same day, allowing management to discuss the results. Participants must register in advance for the call to obtain access details. The call will also be available for replay until March 20, 2023, and a webcast can be accessed on the company’s investor relations website. Lufax is a key financial services provider for small businesses in China, partnering with over 550 financial institutions to offer tailored financing solutions.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) announced an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) for shareholders on April 12, 2023, at 9 a.m. in Shanghai. The meeting's agenda includes proposals detailed in the forthcoming EGM Notice. Shareholders must be on record by March 6, 2023, to attend and vote. The EGM Notice will be available on the Company's website, along with a proxy form. Additionally, Lufax has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, with the SEC, accessible on its website and the SEC's site.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) reported a substantial decline in financial performance for Q3 2022, with total income falling by 17.2% to RMB13,193 million (US$1,855 million) compared to RMB15,924 million in Q3 2021. Net profit plummeted 67.1% to RMB1,355 million (US$190 million) from RMB4,115 million. Expenses increased 11.5% to RMB11,082 million driven by a 137.7% rise in credit impairment losses. The company anticipates a 23% to 24% decline in new loans facilitated for 2022 and a 47% to 49% drop in net profit year-over-year.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) will announce its third quarter 2022 financial results on November 23, 2022, after market close. An earnings conference call is scheduled for the same day at 8:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time. Participants can register online for access details. The call will be available for replay until November 30, 2022. Lufax is a leading technology-empowered financial services platform in China, providing credit facilitation services and wealth management solutions to small businesses and the growing middle class.
OneConnect Financial Technology reported third quarter 2022 results, with revenue rising 0.4% to RMB1,069 million. The net loss attributable to shareholders improved to RMB133 million from RMB270 million year-over-year, resulting in a net profit margin of -12.4%. Gross margin slightly decreased to 35.1%. The company noted stable revenue despite macro challenges, with growth in AI customer service and international markets like Hong Kong and UAE. However, transaction-based product revenue declined due to pandemic restrictions. Operating expenses reduced, improving operational efficiency.
OneConnect Financial Technology Co., Ltd. (NYSE: OCFT) reported a 17.2% increase in revenue for Q2 2022, reaching RMB 1,134 million, compared to RMB 968 million in the prior year. The company improved its adjusted net profit margin by 17.3 percentage points year-over-year, reaching -18.8%. Operating loss narrowed to RMB 278 million from RMB 395 million, while net loss attributable to shareholders decreased to RMB 245 million from RMB 349 million. The board authorized a share repurchase program, having repurchased approximately 2.1% of total shares as of June 30, 2022.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) reported its Q2 2022 financial results on Aug 4, 2022, revealing a 3.1% increase in total income to RMB 15,288 million (US$2,282 million) but a significant 37.9% drop in net profit to RMB 2,936 million (US$438 million). Expenses surged by 29.0% to RMB 10,935 million, primarily due to heightened credit impairment losses. The company anticipates a decline in new loans facilitated and net profit for H2 2022, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market.
Lufax Holding Ltd (NYSE: LU) announced it will release its second quarter 2022 financial results on August 4, 2022, after market close. Management will host an earnings call at 9:00 P.M. EDT on the same day to discuss the results. Investors can register online to join the call and will receive a unique access PIN. A recording will be available until August 11, 2022. Lufax, a technology-driven financial services platform in China, offers retail credit and wealth management solutions through a capital-light, technology-focused model.