Great Eastern Holdings has reported a 34% year-on-year increase in profit attributable to shareholders, reaching S$587.1 million (RM2.02 billion) for the first half ended June 30, 2024 (1HFY2024). This growth was driven by higher profits from the insurance business and favorable investment performance of the shareholders’ fund.
Key Drivers
- Insurance Business: The company's life business contributed significantly with higher contract service margins and risk adjustment releases.
- Investment Performance: A favorable investment environment positively impacted the performance of the shareholders' fund, contributing to the overall profit growth.
Detailed Financial Performance
- Life Business: The increased contract service margin and risk adjustment release indicate improved operational efficiency and effective risk management within the life insurance segment.
Great Eastern Holdings' robust performance in the first half of 2024 underscores its strategic focus on enhancing profitability through core insurance operations and prudent investment management.
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