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Prudential gets CCI nod to acquire 75 pc stake in Bharti Life Insurance

India's fair trade regulator CCI has approved Prudential Corporation Holdings' stake acquisition. This acquisition involves a significant equity shareholding in Bharti Life Insurance Company. UK-based Prudential plc will acquire a majority 75 percent stake for Rs 3,500 crore. The transaction requires Prudential to reduce its holding in an existing venture.…

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Oil price moves higher as insurers hold back FTSE

Oil prices pushed up once more with the US and Iran appearing to not make much progress towards a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Evening Standard

Global Market: Prudential shares tumble as China offshore insurance tax report rattles investors

Shares of Prudential plunged after reports that Chinese tax authorities had begun collecting personal income tax on returns from offshore insurance policies, stoking concerns over tighter regulatory oversight of cross-border investments. The development also weighed on other Hong Kong-focused financial stocks amid fears of weaker demand from mainland Chinese customers.

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Global Market: Hong Kong insurers slump after report on China taxing offshore policy income

Hong Kong-listed insurance stocks slumped after reports that Chinese tax authorities have begun levying a 20% personal income tax on income earned from offshore insurance policies. The move has raised concerns over demand from mainland Chinese customers, weighing on insurers and financial stocks with significant cross-border exposure.

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Strong miners offset weak Asia-focused financials

Next gained 5.7% as it raised profit guidance once again.

Evening Standard

ICICI Pru Life seeks investor status for Prudential after Bharti Life deal

UK-based Prudential Corporation Holdings is seeking regulatory approval to shift its status from promoter to investor in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance. This move is necessitated by Prudential's agreement to acquire a 75% stake in Bharti Life. Indian regulations prohibit an entity from being a promoter in two insurance ventures simultaneously.…

The Economic Times

FTSE 100 closes higher despite Middle East tensions and ECB rate hike

The FTSE 100 closed up 49.07 points, 0.5%, at 10,303.88.

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FTSE 100 down as Asia-focused financials struggle

Oil prices also fell after US President Donald Trump said negotiations over a peace deal to end the Middle East war were in their final stages.

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 up despite Asia-focused financials falls

The FTSE 100 closed up 28.02 points, 0.3%, at 10,360.32.

Evening Standard

Prudential Hits Employees With New Layoffs Amid $1 Billion Global Misconduct and Sales Ban Disaster

Prudential Financial is pressing ahead with another round of layoffs in Newark as it absorbs a $1 billion blow from misconduct and a sales suspension at its Japan affiliate.

International Business Times UK

Retail health premium growth rises to 31% YoY in April 2026, anchoring non-life insurance sector: Kotak Institutional Securities

Indian non-life insurance saw robust growth in April 2026. Retail health premiums surged 31 percent year-on-year. Motor insurance also performed well. Private players and standalone health insurers are gaining market share from public sector companies. Commercial lines faced challenges, though marine and engineering segments showed resilience. This indicates a dynamic…

The Economic Times

ICICI Pru Life shares crash nearly 9% after Prudential plans stake cut below 10%

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance shares fell sharply on Monday after reports that promoter Prudential plc may reduce its stake below 10% following the acquisition of Bharti Life Insurance. The move raised concerns over ownership structure and strategic alignment, though ICICI Bank clarified it will retain majority control in the insurer.

The Economic Times

Prudential to acquire 75% stake in Bharti’s insurance business for Rs 3,500 crore

Prudential plc is set to acquire a 75% stake in Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited from Bharti Life Ventures Pvt Ltd. This strategic partnership aims to expand access to life and health protection solutions across India, leveraging the combined strengths of both organizations. The deal signifies a significant development in…

The Economic Times

Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Annuity Providers

These are the best annuity providers chosen by Kiplinger readers.

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Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live 18 March: Index extends run despite $100 oil, rates outlook in focus

An oil price above $100 a barrel has failed to prevent the FTSE 100 from posting fresh gains.

International Business Times UK

Life Insurance Was Supposed to Be Safe — Instead, Customers Lost $20 Million to Insider Fraud

Prudential Life's leadership recently disclosed that many of its former and current employees defrauded clients over decades with fictitious investment schemes and by borrowing money.

MarketBeat

Will the Fed Cut or Pause? These Finance Stocks Can Win Either Way

With rate cuts or a pause on the table, Bank of America, Charles Schwab, and Prudential offer financial exposure built to perform in multiple market scenarios

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2 Retirement Risks Affluent Americans Often Overlook

Even wealthy retirees face two major risks: inflation and healthcare costs. Here’s how to plan ahead.

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3 Finance Stocks to Buy on Rising 10-Year Treasury Rates

Rising 10-year Treasury rates are creating new opportunities in financial stocks. See why JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Prudential could outperform in 2026

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Prudential Financial Stock: Analyst Estimates & Ratings

Prudential Financial has underperformed the broader market over the past year and analysts are sceptical about its future potential.

Fortune

The remaking of the CFO role is freeing execs up to focus on strategy and AI

Three Fortune 500 chief financial officers talk about how they're doing far more than just ensuring fiscal discipline.

Barchart

Prudential Financial Earnings Preview: What to Expect

Prudential Financial is poised to report its third-quarter results by month’s end, and analysts are projecting a modest uptick in earnings.

Kiplinger

This Is How Life Insurance Can Fund Your Dreams Now

Beyond a death benefit, life insurance can provide significant financial value and flexibility through 'living benefits' while you are still alive, helping with expenses like education, business ventures or retirement.

Barchart

Is Prudential Financial Stock Underperforming the Dow?

Prudential Financial has notably underperformed the Dow over the past year and in recent months, and analysts have remained cautious about the stock’s prospects.

Evening Standard

Banks hold FTSE 100 back on windfall tax worry

The FTSE 100 index closed down 29.48 points, 0.3%, at 9,187.34.

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