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Max Life's Embedded Value Stands at ₹28,870.5 Crore as of March 31, 2026

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Axis Max Life Insurance Limited's embedded value stood at ₹28,870.5 crore as of March 31, 2026. The value of new business for FY26 was ₹2,647.1 crore. Willis Towers Watson issued the independent actuarial opinion, confirming compliance with industry standards.

Why it matters

The embedded value is a key metric for insurance companies, reflecting the present value of future profits. An independent opinion on this value provides stakeholders with assurance and insight into the subsidiary's financial health and future earning potential, thus having a medium impact.

The market read

The announcement provides an update on the embedded value of a subsidiary based on an independent actuarial opinion. While the figures are substantial, there is no explicit positive or negative development mentioned that would significantly impact the company's immediate outlook.

Max Financial Services Limited (MFSL) has announced an independent actuarial opinion on the embedded value of its material subsidiary, Axis Max Life Insurance Limited. The opinion, issued by Willis Towers Watson Actuarial Advisory LLP, states that the embedded value as of March 31, 2026, is ₹28,870.5 crore.

Additionally, the value of new business (VNB) for the financial year 2025-2026 was ₹2,647.1 crore. The actuarial review covered the methodology, economic and operating assumptions, and calculations for the embedded value results. Willis Towers Watson confirmed that the methodology and assumptions comply with the standards set by the Institute of Actuaries of India.

The report also noted that economic assumptions are internally consistent and align with capital market valuations. Operating assumptions have been set with regard to past, current, and future experience. The solvency margin targets for participating and non-participating business were met, and appropriate allowances were made for residual non-hedgeable risks. For participating business, assumed bonus rates and profit allocation between policyholders and shareholders are consistent with company practice and market standards.

Willis Towers Watson performed a high-level review of the modelled calculations and is satisfied that the disclosed embedded value and VNB have been prepared in accordance with the reviewed methodology and assumptions. This opinion was issued on May 6, 2026.

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