<div id="readability-page-1"><div> By P.R. Venkat <pre></pre> Prudential PLC's new business profit rose 10% in the first quarter supported by strong growth in mainland China, Hong Kong and Malaysia. At a constant exchange rate, the new business profit was $686.0 million compared to $625 million a year earlier, Prudential PLC said Wednesday. The insurance and investment company said that annual premium equivalent sales--a key metric for the industry--rose to $1.823 billion, up 6% on year. &#34;We remain confident in delivering double-digit growth across our key financial metrics in 2026 and achieving our 2027 financial objectives,&#34; Chief Executive Officer Anil Wadhwani said. <pre></pre> Write to P.R. Venkat at venkat.pr@wsj.com <pre></pre> (END) Dow Jones Newswires April 28, 2026 18:37 ET (22:37 GMT)Copyright (c) 2026 Dow Jones &amp; Company, Inc.</div></div>

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Prudential PLC reported a 10% increase in new business profit for Q1, reaching $686 million, driven by growth in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Annual premium equivalent sales rose 6% to $1.823 billion. CEO Anil Wadhwani expressed confidence in achieving double-digit growth across key financial metrics by 2026 and meeting 2027 objectives.

Prudential PLC 1Q New Business Profit $686.0 Million, Up 10% on Year