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2628 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$28.44
HK$0.22(0.77%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
HK$28.44
HK$0.22(0.77%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$20.90 - HK$36.16
Previous CloseN/A
Volume30.12M
Average Volume (3M)56.83M
Market Cap
HK$1.17T
Enterprise ValueHK$1.12M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$137.69B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$36.92B
Price to Earnings (P/E)7.7
Beta1.44
Next Earnings
Aug 28, 2026EPS Estimate
5.37Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.32%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.13
Shares Outstanding7,441,175,000
10 Day Avg. Volume70,792,378
30 Day Avg. Volume56,825,661
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.10
Price to Book (P/B)1.17
Price to Sales (P/S)1.15
P/FCF Ratio1.52
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$36.28Price Target Upside27.57% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)5.27
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$613.71B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationConsistently large operating and free cash flow that tracks reported earnings indicates durable earnings quality and high cash-to-earnings conversion. Over 2–6 months this supports reserve funding, dividend capacity, capital returns, and reinvestment in distribution or product development without relying on external financing.
Improved Profitability And ROEMaterial improvement in ROE reflects better capital efficiency and operating performance that is likely to persist if underwriting discipline and investment returns hold. Higher ROE expands internal capital generation, supports solvency buffers and long-term shareholder returns, and signals effective use of policyholder and shareholder capital.
Extensive Distribution And Diversified Product MixA broad agent network and multiple channels create durable competitive advantage through scale, customer reach, and cross-sell opportunities across life, annuity and health lines. This structural distribution strength supports new business generation, persistency and fee income over time, lessening dependence on any single channel.
Bears Say
Revenue Volatility And Recent ContractionVolatile top-line performance and a recent TTM revenue decline reduce predictability of earnings and cash flow for long-duration insurance products. Persistent revenue swings complicate planning for reserves, product pricing and distribution incentives, and can pressure margins and new business targets over multiple quarters.
Step-up In Leverage (TTM Debt/equity)A sharp increase in reported TTM leverage weakens financial flexibility and raises interest and refinancing sensitivity. For an insurer, higher leverage can amplify balance-sheet stress under adverse markets and heighten regulatory/capital scrutiny, potentially limiting strategic options or increasing cost of capital over the medium term.
Earnings Dependent On Investment ReturnsHeavy reliance on investment income to fund guarantees and savings-type products exposes profitability to interest-rate and market volatility. Structural shifts in bond yields or equity markets can materially alter net spread and reserves, making earnings and solvency outcomes sensitive to macro trends beyond underwriting control.
China Life Insurance Co News
2628 FAQ
What was China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s price range in the past 12 months?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H lowest stock price was HK$20.90 and its highest was HK$36.16 in the past 12 months.
What is China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s market cap?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s market cap is HK$1.17T.
When is China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s upcoming earnings report date?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 28, 2026 which is in 21 days.
How were China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s earnings last quarter?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H released its earnings results on Apr 29, 2026. The company reported HK$0.7 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H pay dividends?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H pays a Semiannually dividend of HK$0.711 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.32%. See more information on China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H dividends here
What is China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s EPS estimate?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s EPS estimate is 5.37.
How many shares outstanding does China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H have?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H has 7,441,175,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H’s price movement after its last earnings report?
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H reported an EPS of HK$0.7 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.14%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:2628
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
China Life Insurance Co Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
HK$36.28 (27.57% Upside)
HK$36.28 (27.57% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
55.34%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.32%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
16.09%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
China Life Insurance Co Ltd Class H
Operating across the People's Republic of China, China Life Insurance Company Limited, supported by its various subsidiaries, serves as a prominent provider of life insurance services. The company structures its extensive operations into four principal divisions: Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Accident Insurance, and a category for Other Businesses. It offers a wide array of protective insurance products, which include critical illness coverage, annuity schemes, specialized policies targeting children, women, and pension planning, in addition to general security, life, medical, and accident safeguards. The firm's origins trace back to 1949, and its central office is situated in Beijing, PRC. Ultimately, China Life Insurance Company Limited is an integral part of the China Life Insurance (Group) Company Limited, operating as one of its subsidiaries.
2628 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$36.28
▲(27.57% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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