Proactive Investors
18 May 2026, 14:47 UTC · 3d ago
Aviva's pension profits are under pressure, but RBC still sees upside
Source · https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/companies/news/1092474
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Proactive Investors
18 May 2026, 14:47 UTC · 3d ago
Source · https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/companies/news/1092474
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Aviva's retirement margin fell sharply from 3.6% to 1.2% due to fierce competition and tighter pricing in the bulk annuity (pension risk transfer) market. — A significant collapse in margins for a core business line indicates pricing pressure and reduced profitability that is expected to worsen.
-0.60RBC Capital Markets maintains an 'outperform' rating on Aviva with a 770p price target, implying a potential 24% upside. — A high-conviction price target from a major broker serves as a positive catalyst for investor sentiment.
+0.50Aviva's wealth management net inflows increased by 49% to £3.3 billion, driven by higher wages and tax year-end demand. — Strong growth in assets under management and inflows suggests robust organic growth in the wealth division.
+0.40Ariana Resources raised US$19.5 million by selling a 13.6% stake in Turkish gold producer Zenit to fund its Dokwe gold project in Zimbabwe. — Successful capital raising allows the company to progress a specific development project without issuing new equity.
+0.30UK motor insurance claims performance remains on track to meet full-year targets despite mid-single-digit inflation expectations. — Confirms the resilience of the general insurance business and effective price pass-through.
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Successfully raised US$19.5 million to fund its Dokwe gold project.
Shares were boosted following Aviva's results.
Mentioned as an owner of Just Group; no direct sentiment provided for the parent company.