New China Life EPS Miss, Shares Down 2.8%

New China Life reported Q4 2025 EPS of $1.10 versus forecast $1.96, a -43.9% surprise.
The earnings miss triggered a 2.82% decline in the stock, closing at $45.46 from $46.78.
2025 net profit rose 38.3% to CNY 36.3 bn, revenue up 19% to CNY 157.8 bn.
Company posted record ROE 34.7%, GWP CNY 195.9 bn, dividend yield 5.94% and set FY2026 EPS guidance of $1.57.