Ping An Ins Group Co China Ltd Stock Price, News & Analysis

On March 13, 2023, Benjamin Deng, Chief Investment Officer of Ping An Insurance, highlighted the company's commitment to align its investments with China's green transition policies. Ping An aims for annual growth rates for green investments of at least 20% and plans to reach RMB400 billion in green investments and RMB250 billion in green insurance premiums by 2025. As of Q3 2022, Ping An's green investment totaled RMB319.8 billion. The company holds a leading A- rating in climate action and actively contributes to drafting China's first ESG disclosure standards.

Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China announced that its Hong Kong Branch has received an insurance agency license from the Hong Kong Insurance Authority. This milestone allows the branch to expand its offerings, targeting high-net-worth individuals with diverse financial products, including wealth management and insurance services. Launched in November 2021, the branch aims to enhance customer experience through digital transformation and innovative services, such as real-time payment systems. The branch plans to introduce more investment and insurance products, contributing to Ping An's strategy as a leading financial services provider in Asia.

On February 14, 2023, Ping An Property & Casualty Insurance launched its inaugural ocean carbon sink index insurance policy in Dalian. This policy provides up to RMB400,000 protection for marine species like kelp and shellfish against environmental damage that impairs carbon sequestration. The ocean is vital for carbon capture, absorbing around 2 billion tons of CO2 annually. Ping An aims to support China's carbon neutrality efforts through innovative insurance products, having reported RMB110.5 billion in premium income from sustainable products in 2022. The initiative underscores Ping An's commitment to environmental protection and ESG principles.

Ping An Insurance has been named the World's Most Valuable Insurance Brand for the seventh consecutive year, with a brand value of US$44.7 billion. The company ranked 30th among global brands and 5th among financial enterprises. In 2022, it registered a 3.8% increase in operating profit attributable to shareholders, totaling RMB123,288 million, despite a 6.3% decline in net profit to RMB76,463 million. Customer growth was steady, with retail customers increasing by 2.6%. Ping An also emphasized its commitment to sustainability, achieving an A rating in MSCI ESG ratings and significant green investments totaling RMB319.8 billion as of September 2022.

Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (HKEx:2318, SSE:601318) was awarded the CSR Initiative of the Year by InsuranceAsia News, recognizing its commitment to social responsibility and technology integration in insurance. The group’s Digital Risk System 2.0 has issued over 4.33 million disaster prevention warnings and reduced client losses by over RMB200 million. Ping An’s innovative Catastrophe Parametric Insurance streamlines claims for natural disasters, aiding government recovery efforts. Additionally, initiatives in agricultural risk management have boosted the income of over 7,000 farmers. Ping An aims to enhance resilience against climate-related risks while integrating financial services with social impact.

Ping An Insurance, a major Chinese financial technology and health company, is focusing on financing climate change opportunities. Chief Innovation Officer Jonathan Larsen highlighted the company's commitment to high ESG standards and innovation. The firm has launched an AI-based ESG evaluation system covering thousands of companies and bonds, and a personal carbon account platform for its credit card customers. The National Disaster Risk Platform 2.0 was introduced to mitigate climate-related risks, showing the company's proactive role in supporting China's low-carbon economy.