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Regulator inspects investment risks

The insurance regulator has launched an inspection of the sector's risk controls over stock, private equity and real estate investments, the Shanghai Securities News reported on Wednesday. The move comes as the country's insurers have reported strong profits, despite the wider economic stutters. But analysts have warned of a possible pivot by companies to riskier investments. The inspection will cover both onshore and offshore investments.

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