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Key Takeaways Strategic focus on agency channels and tech productivity is set to boost new business in health and protection, driving revenue growth. Expansion in Indian and high-potential Asian and African markets aims to enhance market share and long-term revenue growth.

Prudential PLC's full-year 2024 financial results show promising growth and progress toward its 2027 strategic objectives. Here are the key highlights: - New Business Profit: Up 11% to $3,078 million - Operating Free Surplus: Steady at $2,642 million - Adjusted Operating Profit: - Before tax: Up 10% to $3,129 million - After tax: Up 7% to $2,582 million - Earnings Per Share: 89.7 cents per share, an 8% increase from 2023 - Group EEV Equity: $44.2 billion - Free Surplus Ratio: 234% - Share Buybacks: Completed $1,045 million under its $2 billion program, expected to finish by end-2025 - Dividend: 23.13 cents per share, a 13% increase - Total Shareholder Returns: $1.4 billion for FY24 Looking ahead to 2025, Prudential expects growth of over 10% in new business profit, basic earnings per share, and operating free surplus.