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SANLAM LIMITED - Operational update for the three months ended 31 March 2026

Sanlam Limited
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Sanlam reported strong volume growth of 29% and net client cash flows of R38.6 billion, but profitability was weighed down by a 22% decline in the value of new covered business and severe weather claims.

Bull case

  • Comparable operating profit increased by 8%, supported by higher asset-based fee income and a positive investment variance of R467 million.
  • Management reaffirmed its commitment to 2026 full-year earnings and dividend guidance, underpinned by a solid liquidity position.

Bear case

  • The Value of New Covered Business (VNB) declined sharply by 22%, driving the VNB margin down to 1.5% due to a shift towards capital-light savings products and regulatory impacts in India.
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Category
Operational Update
Event posture
No Edge
Published
May 21, 2026

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