Fanhua Inc. American Depositary Shares - FANH STOCK NEWS

Fanhua Inc. (Nasdaq: FANH) filed its 2022 annual report on Form 20-F with the SEC on April 25, 2023, providing audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022. The report is accessible on the SEC's website and the Company's Investor Relations page. As of December 31, 2022, Fanhua operates 675 sales outlets across 24 provinces and has 99 service outlets in 31 provinces, offering a range of financial products, including insurance and value-added services. The Company emphasizes its growth strategy and the importance of effective competition in the evolving Chinese insurance market. Investors are reminded of inherent risks affecting future performance, including changes in the regulatory environment and macroeconomic conditions. For further information, shareholders can request hard copies of the report.

Fanhua reported a significant rise in net income attributable to shareholders for Q4 2022, up 545.0% year-over-year, reaching RMB 70.6 million (US$ 10.2 million). Despite a 4.4% decline in total net revenues to RMB 767.4 million (US$ 111.3 million), the company showed resilience with operating income increasing 3.1% to RMB 84.9 million (US$ 12.3 million). However, the fiscal year saw a 15.0% revenue drop to RMB 2.78 billion (US$ 403.3 million) and a 60.0% decrease in net income. Looking ahead, Fanhua aims for at least 50% growth in life insurance premiums and operating income for 2023.

Fanhua Inc. (Nasdaq: FANH) will disclose its unaudited financial results for Q4 and FY 2022 on March 13, 2023, after U.S. markets close. The company's leadership, including CEO Hu Yinan and CFO Peng Ge, will host a conference call at 9:00 p.m. EDT, providing insights into their financial performance. Investors can pre-register online for the call. Fanhua is a leading independent financial services provider in China, offering diverse financial products and services, including insurance and claims adjusting services. As of December 31, 2022, Fanhua's distribution network consisted of 675 sales outlets across 23 regions in China.

Fanhua Inc. (Nasdaq: FANH) has signed an agreement to acquire 51% of Wuhan Taiping Online Insurance Agency Co., Ltd. The acquisition, valued with stock considerations of up to 455,357 American Depositary Shares, is set to enhance Fanhua's market position in China's financial services sector. Taiping is projected to generate gross written premiums of at least RMB160 million and net income of RMB10 million by 2025, reflecting significant growth rates of 40% and 26%, respectively. This strategic move aligns with Fanhua's goals to improve service capabilities through advanced digital platforms.

Fanhua Inc. (Nasdaq: FANH) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 51% of Jilin Zhongji Shi’An Insurance Agency for a stock consideration of up to 683,036 American Depositary Shares. This acquisition aims to expand Fanhua’s market presence in Jilin Province, where Zhongji is the largest insurance agency, with projected gross written premium of RMB208 million and net income of RMB15 million by 2025. The stock consideration is contingent on Zhongji achieving performance targets over the next three years, with a lock-up period of three years on the shares.

Fanhua Inc. (Nasdaq: FANH) announced on December 23, 2022, that its CEO, Yinan Hu, has withdrawn a preliminary non-binding proposal to take the company private. This decision follows recent developments that reduce delisting risks for U.S.-listed Chinese companies. Hu emphasized that maintaining the U.S. listing aligns better with the company's long-term interests after observing preliminary success in its strategic transformation.

Fanhua Inc. (Nasdaq: FANH) has announced a share repurchase program of up to US$20 million to buy back its American depositary shares (ADSs). This initiative aims to utilize repurchased shares for future acquisitions that will support the expansion of its open platform. The program will be funded from the company’s available cash reserves and executed based on prevailing market conditions. Chairman and CEO Yinan Hu emphasized that this strategy is intended to enhance shareholder value and restart rapid growth in 2023.