China Life Insurance Co (SHSE:601628) Research & Development: ¥0 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


SHSE:601628 China Life Insurance Co Ltd SHSE:601628
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Price ¥38.78
GF Value ¥46.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is China Life Insurance Co Research & Development?

China Life Insurance Co SHSE:601628 +9.70% 50 Research & Development is ¥0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:601628 with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥46.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. China Life Insurance Co's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥0 Mil.

China Life Insurance Co  (SHSE:601628) Research & Development Explanation

If competitive advantage is created by a patent or tech advantage, at some point it will disappear.

High R&D usually dictates high SG&A which threatens the competitive advantage.

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China Life Insurance Co Research & Development Historical Data

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China Life Insurance Co Research & Development Calculation

This is the expense the company spent on research and development.

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was ¥0 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Research & Development →
What does a Research & Development of ¥0 Mil mean?
China Life Insurance Co (SHSE:601628) has a Research & Development of ¥0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on China Life Insurance Co and its competitors.
Is China Life Insurance Co's Research & Development too high?
China Life Insurance Co's current Research & Development is ¥0 Mil. Overall, China Life Insurance Co has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does China Life Insurance Co's Research & Development compare to AFL and MET?
China Life Insurance Co's Research & Development of ¥0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Insurance industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Research & Development for an Insurance company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Insurance industry context. However, Research & Development should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Research & Development mean?
A high Research & Development can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on China Life Insurance Co and its competitors. China Life Insurance Co's current Research & Development is ¥0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is China Life Insurance Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Life Insurance Co (SHSE:601628) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥46.29, compared to a current price of ¥38.78 — trading 16.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is ¥0 Mil. China Life Insurance Co's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Research & Development calculated?
Research & Development is calculated from a company's financial statements. For China Life Insurance Co (SHSE:601628), the current Research & Development is ¥0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is China Life Insurance Co (SHSE:601628) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, China Life Insurance Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥38.78 is trading 16.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥46.29. GuruFocus considers China Life Insurance Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:601628:

  • Research & Development: ¥0 Mil
  • GF Value™: ¥46.29 vs. price of ¥38.78 (16.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:601628 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

China Life Insurance Co Business Description

Address 16, Financial Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, CHN, 100033
As the largest life insurance company in China, China Life commands about 16% market share by end-2024. The firm offers group and individual life insurance through exclusive agents, bancassurance, and other marketing platforms. While the bulk of profits stem from life insurance policies, additional operations include short-term policies such as accident and health insurance. The company is focusing on building a senior-care ecosystem and reforming a new agent team for long-term growth.
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