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Strong Premium Growth: Net premium income surged to ₹1,683,184 lakh, up from ₹1,527,325 lakh in Q3 FY23–24.
Improved Profitability: PAT grew to ₹42,131 lakh, with EPS rising to ₹1.96 from ₹1.71 year-on-year.
Stable Customer Retention: Persistency ratio (13th month) remained robust at 87.3%.
Operational Efficiency: Management expenses were at 20.2%, reflecting effective cost management.
Solvency and Financial Stability: Solvency ratio stood at 188%, comfortably above regulatory requirements.
Asset Quality: Gross NPAs remained minimal at 0.02% (Non-Linked Par) and 0.01% (Non-Linked Non-Par).
Market-Linked Product Demand: Increased traction in unit-linked and non-participating products driven by customer preferences.
Resilient Investments: Net investment income at ₹19,542 lakh, despite market challenges.
HDFC Life’s Q3 results reflect its consistent growth, financial strength, and leadership in adapting to market and operational dynamics.
HDFC Life Insurance reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹421.31 crore, reflecting a 14% YoY growth from crore.
The company demonstrated strong growth in its core business, supported by a focus on policy renewals and customer retention.
Participating Plans (Individual & Group Life):
Net premium income stood at ₹918,093 lakh for the nine months, demonstrating consistent growth.
Investment income for this segment totaled ₹374,575 lakh, showcasing robust fund performance.
Non-Participating Plans (Individual & Group Life):
This segment reported a net premium income of ₹1,890,470 lakh, significantly contributing to overall revenues.
Investment income reached ₹681,770 lakh, driven by strategic portfolio management.
Unit Linked Plans (Individual Life):
Achieved net premium income of ₹968,540 lakh, reflecting customer preference for market-linked products.
Investment income was strong at ₹1,174,768 lakh, highlighting favorable market conditions.
Annuity and Pension Plans:
Non-Participating Annuity segment garnered ₹382,946 lakh in net premiums, supported by stable customer demand.
Non-Participating Pension recorded net premium income of ₹66,580 lakh, with a notable investment income of ₹16,717 lakh.
Segment Surplus/Deficit:
Total segment surplus stood at ₹80,191 lakh, with a strong contribution from Unit Linked Individual Life plans at ₹39,554 lakh.
Persistency Ratios (13th Month):
Persistency on a premium basis was 87.3%, reflecting strong policyholder retention.
The ratio on a policy basis stood at 80.9%, underscoring robust customer engagement.
Overall Growth:
Total assets reached ₹33,056,321 lakh, indicating a strong balance sheet and effective fund management.
Particulars | Q3 FY24-25 (₹ in Lakhs) | Q3 FY23-24 (₹ in Lakhs) |
Net premium income | 1,683,184 | 1,527,325 |
Other income | 7,090 | 7,053 |
Income from investments (Net) | 19,542 | 1,137,204 |
Profit after tax and Extraordinary Items | 42,131 | 36,754 |
Profit after tax and before Extraordinary Items | 42,131 | 36,754 |
Profit before tax | 45,237 | 36,944 |
Profit/(Loss) carried to Balance Sheet | 914,606 | 782,917 |
Other Assets (Net of current liabilities and provisions) | 192,221 | 111,169 |
% of Gross NPA | 0 | 0 |
Non Linked | ||
Par | 0.02 | 0.02 |
Non Par | 0.01 | 0.01 |
Linked | ||
Non Par | 0.1 | 0.1 |
% of Net NPA | 0 | 0 |
Non Linked | ||
Par | 0 | 0 |
Non Par | 0 | 0 |
Linked | ||
Non Par | 0 | 0 |
Solvency Ratio | 188% | 190% |
Expenses of Management Ratio | 20.2% | 19.5% |
Earnings per share (Rs.): | ||
(a) Basic EPS before and after extraordinary items (net of tax expense) for the period (not annualized for three / nine months) | 1.96 | 1.71 |
(b) Diluted EPS before and after extraordinary items (net of tax expense) for the period (not annualized for three / nine months) | 1.96 | 1.71 |
Premium Growth: Consolidated net premium income rose to ₹1,683,184 lakh, a testament to strong market demand.
Profitability: Profit after tax (PAT) increased to ₹42,131 lakh, with EPS growing to ₹1.96 from ₹1.71 in Q3 FY23-24.
Investment Impact: Net investment income dropped sharply to ₹19,542 lakh due to market volatility.
Cost Efficiency: Management expenses rose slightly to 20.2% but remain effectively managed.
Customer Retention: A persistency ratio of 87.3% highlights robust customer loyalty.
Strong Solvency: A solvency ratio of 188% reinforces financial stability.
Low NPAs: Gross NPAs held steady at minimal levels, reflecting solid risk management.
Product Trends: Growth in non-participating and unit-linked products demonstrates shifting customer preferences.
Digital Resilience: Strengthened IT systems following a recent data-theft incident set industry benchmarks.
HDFC Life’s results underscore resilience and growth, aligning with broader sector trends of digital transformation and evolving customer needs.
Vibha Padalkar, MD & CEO of HDFC Life Insurance, emphasized the company's focus on innovation, financial stability, and customer-centric solutions. She highlighted disciplined underwriting, a diversified portfolio, and strategies to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth in a competitive market.
Sources:
HDFC Life Insurance Q3 Financial Results FY’24-25 Submitted on BSE
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