Noah Hldgs Ltd Stock Price, News & Analysis

Noah Holdings (NYSE: NOAH, HKEX: 6686) has distributed a record RMB 1,018 million (approximately USD 140.1 million) dividend to shareholders under its new capital management and shareholder return policy. This payout, processed on July 25 for Hong Kong shareholders and August 1 for U.S. shareholders, represents 100% of the company's annual non-GAAP net income for 2023.

The dividend consists of both a final and special dividend, each amounting to RMB 509.0 million, or RMB 1.54 per share. Noah's new policy allocates up to 50% of its non-GAAP net income to a Corporate Actions Budget, with at least 35% dedicated to annual dividend distributions. This move reflects the company's strong financial position and commitment to delivering sustained returns to shareholders in the wealth management sector.

Noah Holdings (NYSE: NOAH, HKEX: 6686), a leading wealth management service provider, announced changes to its Board of Directors effective June 30, 2024. Dr. Zhiwu Chen retired, and Mr. Jinbo Yao resigned after a decade of service. Mr. David Zhang and Ms. Xiangrong Li have been appointed as Independent Directors. Ms. Li will be the new Chairwoman and join the Audit Committee along with Mr. Zhang. These appointments are expected to enhance Noah's governance and financial operations. Mr. Zhang brings extensive legal expertise, while Ms. Li has a strong background in financial management. Noah aims to maintain its commitment to high corporate governance standards through these changes.

Noah Holdings (NYSE: NOAH and HKEX: 6686), a leading wealth management service provider, held its annual general meeting (AGM) on June 12, 2024, in Hong Kong. All proposed resolutions were approved. The company announced a final dividend of RMB509.0 million (approx. US$70.2 million) and a special dividend of the same amount for the year ending December 31, 2023. The dividends, equivalent to RMB1.54 (approx. US$0.21) per share, will be paid to shareholders recorded as of July 3, 2024. Noah Holdings will announce final payment rates in USD and HKD close to the dividend record date.

In Q1 2024, the company distributed RMB18.9 billion (US$2.6 billion) in investment products and managed RMB153.3 billion (US$21.2 billion) through Gopher Asset Management. The company's network spans major cities in China, Hong Kong, New York, Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Los Angeles, serving 457,705 clients with 1,109 relationship managers.

Noah Holdings announced Q1 2024 unaudited financial results, showing a 19.2% YoY decrease in net revenues to RMB649.5 million (US$90.0 million). This decline was attributed to reduced performance-based income and recurring service fees from private equity products. Income from operations fell by 56.4% to RMB121.5 million (US$16.8 million), while net income attributable to shareholders decreased by 46.2% to RMB131.5 million (US$18.2 million). The number of registered clients grew by 3.9%, and the aggregate value of investment products distributed increased by 12.4% to RMB18.9 billion (US$2.6 billion). The asset management business saw a slight dip in assets under management to RMB153.3 billion (US$21.2 billion).

Noah Holdings (NYSE: NOAH, HKEX: 6686), a leading wealth management provider, will announce its unaudited Q1 2024 financial results on May 29, 2024, after U.S. markets close. An earnings call will follow at 8:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time, accessible via dial-in and webcast. The company, serving high-net-worth Mandarin-speaking investors, distributed RMB74.1 billion (US$10.4 billion) in 2023 and managed RMB154.6 billion (US$21.8 billion) in assets through Gopher Asset Management. Noah's extensive network includes 1,252 relationship managers across 44 cities, providing tailored financial solutions to 455,827 registered clients.

Noah Holdings provided updates on the legal proceedings against Camsing International Holding and its affiliates related to certain credit funds managed by Shanghai Gopher Asset Management Co., Shanghai Financial Court ruled in favor of Shanghai Gopher, ordering Camsing to pay RMB3.4 billion for the outstanding amount of the Camsing Receivables, along with legal fees and expenses. The judgment will become effective after the appeal period.