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Prudential PLC ADR(PUK)

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1-STAR RATING
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09/25/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PUK

09/25/2026: PUK (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Prudential PLC is a leading life and health insurance provider that has successfully transitioned into a pure-play focused on the growth of Asian and African markets. Its main strength lies in its extensive distribution networks and deep regional market expertise, which support a compelling long-term growth story driven by the expanding middle class. However, the company faces risks from currency volatility, geopolitical tensions, and intense regional competition. The stock may suit investors seeking long-term exposure to emerging market insurance demand who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of these regions. Investors should monitor regional regulatory developments and the company’s progress in digital distribution efficiency.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company is positioned to capture long-term expansion in Asian and African middle-class insurance demand.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on positive trends in Asian market sentiment and interest rate stability.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that reflect emerging market discounts relative to peers.
Dividend investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company has a history of prioritizing shareholder dividends as part of its capital allocation policy.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to emerging market currencies and geopolitical risks introduces significant volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highEmerging market assets are subject to higher swings in valuation due to macro factors.
Valuation riskMediumStock performance is heavily tethered to regional economic growth forecasts.
Competition risk (Regional Insurance Competition)HighPrudential faces intense competition from local and regional insurers in Asia.
Business qualityStrongThe firm holds a strong franchise and operational history in key Asian growth markets.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend payouts depend on regional earnings volatility and capital requirements.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing a diverse set of regulatory regimes remains a core operational challenge.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 8.09%
Avg. Invested days 51
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
PUK receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PUK has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+74.3%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.8%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PUK's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.2B (7.8% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is PUK's strongest growth driver at +241.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+74.3%, strong) is also strong, while free-cash-flow growth (-38.1%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 3.0% and approximately 382.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 0.40%
Bank of America Corp 0.35%
FMR Inc 0.32%
The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 0.22%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 0.21%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PUK generates approximately $1,000 of gross profit, $178 of operating income, and $78 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 16.64%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PUK has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 31.14B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.89
1Y Target Price 38.05
Price to earnings Ratio 8.89
1Y Target Price 38.05
Volume (30-day avg) 1.1M shares
Beta 0.89
52 Weeks Range 24.45 - 33.36
Updated Date 09/26/2026
52 Weeks Range 24.45 - 33.36
Updated Date 09/26/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.10%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.84

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Asia InsuranceLife and health insurance products sold across various Asian nations.Most revenue comes from insurance policies sold to growing Asian middle-class populations.
Africa InsuranceProtection and savings products in expanding African markets.This is a smaller but faster-growing segment for future geographic diversification.
Asset ManagementInvestment services through Eastspring Investments.The company earns fees by managing money for institutional and retail investors.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 8.89
Forward PE 9.74
Enterprise Value 31.16B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.18
Enterprise Value 31.16B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.18
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.05
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 1.23B
Shares Floating 4.71B
Shares Outstanding 1.23B
Shares Floating 4.71B
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 3.02

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Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

About Prudential PLC ADR

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 1990-07-03
CEO & Executive Director Mr. Anil Wadhwani
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Life
Full time employees 15338
Full time employees 15338

Prudential plc, through its subsidiaries, provides life and health insurance, and asset management solutions to individuals in Asia and Africa. It offers savings and investments products; and wealth, health, and protection products. The company was founded in 1848 and is headquartered in Central, Hong Kong.