If you’re looking for a solid pick among Chinese stocks, I’d say Ping An Insurance,$PING AN(02318)$  , $Ping An Insurance (Group) Company Of China, Ltd.(601318)$ and some of the other big insurance companies in China are great choices, and here’s why I’m leaning that way.

First off, Ping An is not just your typical insurance company; it’s one of the largest in the world, and they’re really forward-thinking. They’ve invested a ton into tech like AI and big data to not only improve their insurance products but to expand into areas like healthcare. For example, their Ping An Good Doctor platform is making big waves in health tech, and that’s a massive growth area in China right now.

Another reason is the long-term demand for insurance in China. With a growing middle class and more awareness around financial security and healthcare, the need for life and health insurance is shooting up. Plus, the Chinese government is actually pushing this sector through policies aimed at increasing insurance coverage. This is a trend that’s only going to get stronger as more people look for financial safety nets.

Also, even though some sectors in China, like tech, have been pretty volatile, the insurance industry offers a more stable, defensive play. The stock has a good balance between stability and growth, especially since Ping An is at the forefront of modernizing its offerings with tech. It’s not just another boring insurance stock—they’re growing in smart ways.

I’m also looking at a couple of other insurance companies like China Life Insurance, $CHINA LIFE(02628)$ and China Pacific Insurance. They’re all benefiting from these same trends, but Ping An just has that edge with its tech-driven approach.

So yeah, if you’re looking to get into Chinese stocks with some upside but want something with solid growth potential and a bit more stability, Ping An Insurance is my top pick. You’re getting the best of both worlds—steady income from insurance and growth from their tech investments.