0235 GMT - AIA Group's strong growth momentum in China in January-February keeps DBS Group Research's Ken Shih bullish on the stock. While the insurer's 2025 new business value was slightly below market expectations, growth in the nine new regions it expanded to in China was in line with its long-term growth compound annual growth rate target of 40% over 2025-30, he says in a note. Its China business segment continues to be strong in the first two months of 2026, gaining more than 20% on year, he adds. The Hong Kong market also remains robust for the insurer, he says. DBS maintains its buy rating and HK$106.00 target price. Shares fall 1.8% to HK$83.05. (megan.cheah@wsj.com)

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