Caixin

Taikang Life’s Leadership Change Highlights Divergent Fortunes of China’s Insurers

Published: Oct. 10, 2026  12:10 a.m.  GMT+8
00:00
00:00/00:00
Listen to this article 1x
Taikang Life’s new general manager, Xue Jihao (left), and the company’s former president, Cheng Kangping. Photo: File photo
Taikang Life’s new general manager, Xue Jihao (left), and the company’s former president, Cheng Kangping. Photo: File photo

Taikang Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has appointed Xue Jihao as its new general manager, following his predecessor’s departure to a rival damaged by the collapse of developer China Evergrande Group.

The executive transition highlights the divergent paths of Chinese insurers, as major industry players consolidate their management while distressed firms continue to grapple with the financial fallout of the country’s protracted property crisis.

loadingImg
You've accessed an article available only to subscribers
VIEW OPTIONS

Unlock exclusive discounts with a Caixin group subscription — ideal for teams and organizations.

Subscribe to both Caixin Global and Bloomberg - for the price of one.

Share this article
Open WeChat and scan the QR code