China Reinsurance (Group) (1508) Stock Overview
Operates as a reinsurance company in the People's Republic of China and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 6/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 4/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
1508 Community Fair Values
Create NarrativeSee what others think this stock is worth. Follow their fair value or set your own to get alerts.
Analyst Price Targets
China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | HK$1.12 |
| 52 Week High | HK$1.84 |
| 52 Week Low | HK$1.03 |
| Beta | 0.77 |
| 1 Month Change | -5.88% |
| 3 Month Change | -23.29% |
| 1 Year Change | -11.81% |
| 3 Year Change | 115.38% |
| 5 Year Change | 47.37% |
| Change since IPO | -58.52% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 18
1508: Dividend Timetable And Slight Assumption Tweaks Will Support Long Term Upside
Analysts have made a small upward adjustment to their fair value estimate for China Reinsurance (Group) stock to HK$1.92 from HK$1.91, citing updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels. What's in the News China Reinsurance (Group) has scheduled a board meeting for May 29, 2026 to consider the nomination of Zhang Xueyong as an independent non executive director candidate for the fifth board session, along with other agenda items.
Narrative Update • Jun 04
1508: Board And Dividend Decisions Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their HK$ price target for China Reinsurance (Group) broadly steady, with only a slight adjustment reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E forecasts. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for May 29, 2026 to consider and approve the nomination of Zhang Xueyong as an independent non executive director candidate for the fifth session of the board, along with other matters.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 18
1508: Dividend Timetable And Slight Assumption Tweaks Will Support Long Term Upside
Analysts have made a small upward adjustment to their fair value estimate for China Reinsurance (Group) stock to HK$1.92 from HK$1.91, citing updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels. What's in the News China Reinsurance (Group) has scheduled a board meeting for May 29, 2026 to consider the nomination of Zhang Xueyong as an independent non executive director candidate for the fifth board session, along with other agenda items.Narrative Update • Jun 04
1508: Board And Dividend Decisions Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their HK$ price target for China Reinsurance (Group) broadly steady, with only a slight adjustment reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E forecasts. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for May 29, 2026 to consider and approve the nomination of Zhang Xueyong as an independent non executive director candidate for the fifth session of the board, along with other matters.Narrative Update • May 20
1508: Governance Decisions And Dividend Policy Will Guide Balanced Risk Profile
Analysts have modestly raised their HK$ price target for China Reinsurance (Group), citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, which together point to a slightly higher assessed valuation. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for March 30, 2026 to consider the 2025 annual results, a potential final dividend, and other business matters (company event filing).Narrative Update • May 06
1508: Dividend Outlook And Modest Assumption Shifts Will Support Long Term Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on China Reinsurance (Group) by about HK$0.03, citing updated assumptions that include slightly higher discount rates, more moderate revenue growth, a small improvement in profit margins and a marginally higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for Mar 30, 2026 to consider the 2025 annual results, the payment of a final dividend if any, and other business, which could shape upcoming shareholder distributions and disclosures (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 21
1508: Governance Changes And Dividend Outlook Will Shape Future Risk Balance
Analysts have trimmed their price target on China Reinsurance (Group) slightly to HK$1.32 from HK$1.33, citing updated assumptions that combine a modestly higher revenue growth outlook with a slightly lower profit margin and a small adjustment to the projected future P/E multiple. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for 30 March 2026 to consider the annual results for the year ended 31 December 2025 and the potential payment of a final dividend, along with other business (company announcement).Narrative Update • Apr 06
1508: Governance Changes And Higher Discount Rate Will Temper Fair Value Outlook
Analysts have reduced their HK$ price target on China Reinsurance (Group), citing updated assumptions that reflect a higher discount rate along with revised views on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for 30 March 2026 to review annual results for the year ended 31 December 2025 and to consider a final dividend, along with other business on the agenda (company announcement).Narrative Update • Mar 23
1508: Governance Changes And Slightly Higher Fair Value Will Restrain Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target for China Reinsurance (Group) slightly higher to reflect modest revisions to fair value, discount rate, revenue, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, resulting in a small upward adjustment in their HK$ valuation framework for the shares. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for Mar 30, 2026 to review annual results for the year ended Dec 31, 2025 and consider a final dividend payment, if any, along with other business (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 08
1508: Governance Overhaul And Lower P/E Assumptions Will Pressure Shares
Analysts have slightly raised their HK$ price target for China Reinsurance (Group), citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that indicate a modestly higher valuation framework. What's in the News An extraordinary general meeting held on 28 November 2025 approved amendments to the Articles of Association, which were later cleared by the National Financial Regulatory Administration.Narrative Update • Feb 22
1508: Governance Overhaul And Disaster Support Will Strengthen Long-Term Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their HK$ price target for China Reinsurance (Group), reflecting slightly more conservative fair value and growth assumptions, along with small adjustments to expected profitability and future P/E levels. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for January 30, 2026, to consider announcing the nomination of Mr. Lyu Zhi as a non-executive director candidate for the fifth session of the Board and to consider other matters (company announcement).Narrative Update • Feb 07
1508: Governance Overhaul And Tai Po Fire Support Will Pressure Shares
Analysts have raised their price target for China Reinsurance (Group), citing a higher assessed fair value, a lower discount rate of 8.05%, and updated assumptions for revenue growth, a profit margin of 11.23%, and a future P/E of 5.13x as key drivers of the change. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for January 30, 2026 to consider the nomination of Mr. Lyu Zhi as a non executive director candidate for the fifth session of the board, along with other matters (Board Meeting).
Narrative Update • Jan 24
1508: Governance Reforms And Adjusted Assumptions Will Shape A Steady Outlook
Analysts have lifted their price target for China Reinsurance (Group), citing model updates that reflect the revised fair value estimate, adjusted discount rate, refreshed revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a lower projected future P/E multiple. What's in the News The board meeting on 31 October 2025 approved proposed amendments to the Articles of Association, including changes related to shareholder meetings, board powers, director and senior management qualifications, and the removal of the board of supervisors, with oversight functions to be assumed by the board audit committee (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 08
1508: Governance Reforms And Disaster Support Will Underpin Stronger Long-Term Prospects
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on China Reinsurance (Group). This reflects slightly lower fair value estimates alongside modest adjustments to discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Dec 14
1508: Governance Overhaul Will Support Stronger Prospects Despite Margin Pressure
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on China Reinsurance Group, reflecting improved fair value estimates to approximately $2.11, along with expectations for stronger revenue growth despite slightly lower profit margins and a reduced future price to earnings multiple. What's in the News Board approves extensive amendments to the Articles of Association, including aligning with the latest PRC Company Law, transferring supervisory functions to the board audit committee, and revising provisions on compliance responsibilities and financial assistance for share purchases (company announcement).Analysis Article • Dec 10
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation's (HKG:1508) Low P/E
When close to half the companies in Hong Kong have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 13x, you may consider...Analysis Article • Nov 03
With EPS Growth And More, China Reinsurance (Group) (HKG:1508) Makes An Interesting Case
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Narrative Update • Sep 23
Digital Transformation And EV Insurance Will Open New Markets
The notable upward revision in China Reinsurance (Group)’s revenue growth forecasts has driven higher consensus expectations, resulting in an increased fair value estimate, as reflected in the analyst price target rising from HK$1.54 to HK$1.69. What's in the News Mr. Zhuang Qianzhi will no longer serve as president; he will act as provisional person-in-charge until a new president is appointed.Analysis Article • Aug 25
There's No Escaping China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation's (HKG:1508) Muted Earnings Despite A 26% Share Price Rise
Despite an already strong run, China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation ( HKG:1508 ) shares have been powering on, with a...Narrative Update • Aug 20
Digital Transformation And EV Insurance Will Open New Markets
The higher consensus price target for China Reinsurance (Group) reflects improved investor sentiment, as evidenced by a rising future P/E and a slightly lower discount rate, resulting in an increased fair value estimate from HK$1.21 to HK$1.42. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled to consider and approve interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 and other business matters.Narrative Update • Aug 06
Digital Transformation And EV Insurance Will Open New Markets
The increase in China Reinsurance (Group)’s future P/E ratio suggests higher earnings growth expectations or improved sentiment, supporting the upward revision of its consensus analyst price target from HK$1.13 to HK$1.21. What's in the News Announced final ordinary dividend of RMB 0.05 per share for the year ended 2024.Analysis Article • Jul 17
Here's Why We Think China Reinsurance (Group) (HKG:1508) Is Well Worth Watching
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...
New Narrative • Feb 09
Ambitious Expansion Will Strain Resources Amid Global Risks
Focus on high-risk insurance markets might overestimate growth potential due to market unpredictability and volatility.Shareholder Returns
| 1508 | HK Insurance | HK Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -0.9% | -1.1% | -1.9% |
| 1Y | -11.8% | 11.1% | -4.5% |
Return vs Industry: 1508 underperformed the Hong Kong Insurance industry which returned 11.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: 1508 underperformed the Hong Kong Market which returned -4.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| 1508 volatility | |
|---|---|
| 1508 Average Weekly Movement | 4.8% |
| Insurance Industry Average Movement | 5.5% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.4% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in HK Market | 16.5% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in HK Market | 3.5% |
Stable Share Price: 1508 has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Hong Kong market.
Volatility Over Time: 1508's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 47,912 | Xiaoyun Zhu | www.chinare.com.cn |
China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a reinsurance company in the People's Republic of China and internationally. The company operates through Property and Casualty Reinsurance, Life and Health Reinsurance, Primary Property and Casualty Insurance, Asset Management, and Other segments. It offers reinsurance products, including motor, commercial and household property, engineering, marine hull, liability, credit and guarantee, health, agriculture, space and aviation, energy, nuclear, etc.; and insurance agency services, such as risk identification, assessment and consulting, insurance program design, insurance procurement, insurance policy management, claim management, disaster and accident prevention management, overall risk management, and reinsurance arrangement products.
China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| 1508 fundamental statistics | |
|---|---|
| Market cap | HK$47.58b |
| Earnings (TTM) | HK$11.30b |
| Revenue (TTM) | HK$124.78b |
4.2x
P/E Ratio0.4x
P/S RatioIs 1508 overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| 1508 income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | CN¥107.92b |
| Cost of Revenue | CN¥90.31b |
| Gross Profit | CN¥17.61b |
| Other Expenses | CN¥7.84b |
| Earnings | CN¥9.77b |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.23 |
| Gross Margin | 16.32% |
| Net Profit Margin | 9.05% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 56.2% |
How did 1508 perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
7.1%
Current Dividend Yield30%
Payout RatioDoes 1508 pay a reliable dividends?
See 1508 dividend history and benchmarks| China Reinsurance (Group) dividend dates | |
|---|---|
| Ex Dividend Date | Jun 30 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Aug 21 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 4 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 48 days |
Does 1508 pay a reliable dividends?
See 1508 dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/07/03 17:00 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/03 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Financials | 10 years |
| |
| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
|
|
| Market Prices | 30 years |
| |
| Ownership | 10 years |
| |
| Management | 10 years |
| |
| Key Developments | 10 years |
|
* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
Analysis Model and Snowflake
Details of the analysis model used to generate this report is available on our Github page, we also have guides on how to use our reports and tutorials on Youtube.
Learn about the world class team who designed and built the Simply Wall St analysis model.
Industry and Sector Metrics
Our industry and section metrics are calculated every 6 hours by Simply Wall St, details of our process are available on Github.
Analyst Sources
China Reinsurance (Group) Corporation is covered by 15 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Linda Sun-Mattison | Bernstein |
| Gigi Chen | BofA Global Research |
| Louis Liu | China Galaxy International Securities (Hong Kong) |