Core Viewpoint - Nine joint-stock banks in China have followed state-owned banks in rapidly lowering deposit interest rates, focusing on medium to long-term deposits, particularly three-year and five-year terms [2][4][5] Group 1: Deposit Rate Adjustments - As of May 21, seven banks including Ping An Bank and CITIC Bank have announced reductions in deposit rates, with three-year and five-year fixed deposit rates lowered by 25 basis points (BP) [2][4] - The adjusted rates for Ping An Bank are now 0.70% for three months, 0.95% for six months, 1.15% for one year, 1.20% for two years, and 1.30% for three years, reflecting a decrease of 15 BP for shorter terms and 25 BP for longer terms [3][4] - Minsheng Bank has also reduced its deposit rates, with similar decreases across various terms, including a 25 BP drop for three-year and five-year deposits [3][4] Group 2: Market Expectations and Reactions - Investors had anticipated the recent reductions in deposit rates, with no significant rush to lock in rates observed at bank branches [4][5] - The speed of the banks' responses to the need for lower deposit rates aligns with market expectations, indicating a proactive approach to stabilize net interest margins and support the real economy [5][6] Group 3: Implications for Banking Sector - The adjustments in deposit rates are seen as necessary to reduce financing costs for the real economy, with banks needing to lower their liability costs to maintain profitability [5][8] - The current trend shows that the reductions in deposit rates are larger than the Loan Prime Rate (LPR) decreases, which may help banks manage interest expenses and improve their financial performance [8]

Core Viewpoint - The recent adjustment of deposit rates by major banks marks the seventh round of rate cuts, significantly lowering the cost of bank liabilities and stabilizing profit margins, which is expected to enhance the banks' internal growth capabilities and maintain sound operations [4][7]. Group 1: Deposit Rate Adjustments - As of May 21, nine joint-stock banks have announced adjustments to their deposit rates, following the lead of the six major state-owned banks [5]. - The new rates include a 5 basis point reduction in demand deposit rates and a 15-25 basis point reduction in time deposit rates, with the one-year fixed deposit rate falling below 1% [3][5]. - The current demand deposit rate is now close to zero, and the one-year fixed deposit rate has been set at 1.15% for most banks [5][6]. Group 2: Impact on Banking Sector - The reduction in deposit rates is expected to lower banks' funding costs, thereby stabilizing net interest margins and enhancing their ability to support the real economy [8][12]. - Analysts suggest that the ongoing low interest rate environment may lead to a shift in deposits from large banks to smaller banks, which could affect the competitive landscape [8][12]. - The overall banking sector is entering a low interest rate and low spread cycle, with net interest margins for various types of banks showing a downward trend [10][12]. Group 3: Future Outlook - The adjustments in deposit rates are anticipated to lead to a decrease in overall deposit rates by approximately 0.11-0.13 percentage points, which may help stabilize banks' net interest margins [13]. - Despite the downward pressure on net interest margins, it is expected that the decline will not continue indefinitely, as measures to control funding costs are taking effect [12][13]. - The shift in deposit rates may also influence the allocation of bank assets towards bonds, potentially increasing demand in the bond market [8][13].

Core Viewpoint - A new round of interest rate cuts for large-denomination certificates of deposit (CDs) has begun, with some products' rates falling below 1% for the first time in recent years, indicating a significant shift in the banking sector's approach to deposit rates [1][9]. Summary by Category Interest Rate Changes - Major banks, including state-owned banks, have reduced the annualized interest rates for 1-month and 3-month large-denomination CDs to 0.9%, marking a historic low [1][3]. - The latest issuance by Bank of China shows a reduction of 25 basis points for 1-month, 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year products, while the 3-year product saw a reduction of 35 basis points [3][10]. - Other banks, such as Industrial and Agricultural Banks, have also lowered their rates to 0.9% for similar products [3][6]. Implications for the Banking Sector - The reduction in deposit rates is seen as a strategy to alleviate pressure on net interest margins, which have been declining [10][11]. - Analysts suggest that lowering deposit rates will help banks stabilize their net interest margins and reduce financing costs for the real economy [10][11]. Investor Guidance - Investors are advised to adjust their expectations regarding investment returns and consider a diversified asset allocation strategy in light of the declining interest rates [1][8][11]. - The trend of decreasing deposit rates is expected to continue, prompting investors to seek alternative investment options such as cash management products, money market funds, and government bonds [11].

每经编辑｜张锦河 5月21日，平安银行在官网发布公告称，我行自2025年5月21日起调整储蓄及单位人民币存款利率。 存款利率迎来新一轮下调。 在5月20日中国银行、中国工商银行、中国建设银行及招商银行等多家银行宣布下调人民币存款利率后，5月21日，平安银行、中信银行、兴业银行、浦发银 行、民生银行、广发银行、华夏银行7家银行也跟进下调存款利率。 上述7家股份制银行将1年、2年定期利率均调降了15个基点。其中，1年定期存款利率均下调至1.15%；2年定期存款利率普遍下调至1.20%，民生银行下调至 1.15%。3年、5年定期存款利率普遍下调了25个基点，分别下调至1.30%、1.35%。 | 适用日期: 2025-5-21 | | 单位:年利率% | | --- | --- | --- | | 期限 | 基准利率 | 挂牌利率 | | (一)活期存款 | 0.35 | 0.05 | | (二) 定期存款 | | | | 三个月 | 1.10 | 0.70 | | 未 年 | 1.30 | 0.95 | | 一 年 | 1.50 | 1.15 | | 二年 | 2.10 | 1.20 | | 三 年 | 2.75 ...

7家股份制银行跟进下调人民币存款利率 智通财经5月21日电，中国银行、工商银行、建设银行、招商银行等多家银行5月20日宣布下调人民币存 款利率后，5月21日，平安银行、中信银行、兴业银行、浦发银行、民生银行、广发银行、华夏银行7家 银行跟进下调存款利率，将1年、2年定期利率均下调15个基点。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Several Chinese banks have announced a reduction in RMB deposit interest rates effective from May 21, 2025, indicating a trend towards lower interest rates in the banking sector [1][2]. Group 1: Interest Rate Adjustments - The seven joint-stock banks, including Ping An Bank, Industrial Bank, Minsheng Bank, CITIC Bank, Huaxia Bank, Guangfa Bank, and Pudong Development Bank, will lower the interest rate on demand deposits from 0.1% to 0.05%, a decrease of 5 basis points [1]. - The fixed deposit rates for 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year terms will be adjusted from 0.85%, 1.10%, and 1.30% to 0.70%, 0.95%, and 1.15%, respectively, each down by 15 basis points [1]. - For 3-year and 5-year fixed deposits, the rates will be reduced from 1.55% and 1.60% to 1.30% and 1.35%, representing a decrease of 25 basis points [1]. Group 2: Specific Bank Adjustments - Minsheng Bank will adjust its 2-year deposit rate from 1.30% to 1.15%, while the other six banks will lower their rates from 1.35% to 1.20%, a reduction of 15 basis points [2]. - Prior to this announcement, China Merchants Bank and Everbright Bank had already adjusted their deposit rates effective May 20, aligning their rates with the six major state-owned banks [2]. - After the adjustments, China Merchants Bank's fixed deposit rates for various terms will be set at 0.65%, 0.85%, 0.95%, 1.05%, 1.25%, and 1.30% for 3-month, 6-month, 1-year, 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year deposits, respectively [2].

Core Viewpoint - The meeting emphasized the need for a moderately loose monetary policy to support the real economy, enhance financing efficiency, and ensure sustainable economic recovery amid external uncertainties [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Implementation - The meeting highlighted the importance of implementing a comprehensive monetary policy package to stabilize employment, businesses, markets, and expectations [1]. - Financial institutions are encouraged to enhance support for key areas such as technological innovation, consumption, small and micro enterprises, and foreign trade [1]. - The meeting called for maintaining a reasonable growth in total financial volume while ensuring effective financing for the real economy [1]. Group 2: Policy Tools Optimization - The total quota of two financial tools has been merged to 800 billion, improving convenience and flexibility [5]. - The range of participating institutions for swap facilities has been expanded from 20 to 40, and the collateral scope now includes Hong Kong stocks and restricted shares [5]. - The maximum loan term for repurchase and refinancing has been extended from 1 year to 3 years [5]. Group 3: Financial System Resilience - Despite significant external shocks, the domestic financial system remains robust, demonstrating strong resilience in the financial market [6]. - The RMB/USD exchange rate experienced slight depreciation before recovering to 7.2, with cross-border capital flows remaining relatively balanced [6]. Group 4: Future Expectations - Research indicates that further monetary policy easing is likely, with potential for rate cuts in the second quarter [12]. - Structural tools may be expanded to support sectors like technological innovation and green finance [13]. - The real estate financial policy is expected to be further optimized, with potential reductions in mortgage rates and relaxed lending policies in certain cities [14]. - Challenges remain for small and micro enterprises regarding financing difficulties, suggesting a need for improved credit loan ratios and guarantee mechanisms [15].

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Viewpoints - The reduction in deposit rates is greater than expected, with the average reduction being 16 basis points, which is higher than the 10 basis points reduction in loan rates, indicating a clear regulatory support for interest margins [5] - The phenomenon of deposit disintermediation is expected to persist long-term, although the degree of disintermediation is weaker than last year due to manual interest compensation governance [2] - The average annualized yield for cash management products is 1.46%, which is higher than the actual interest rate for state-owned banks' 1-year deposits by 36 basis points, suggesting that wealth management products still have a comparative advantage over deposits [2] Summary by Sections Deposit Rate Adjustments - As of May 20, 2025, the LPR for 1-year and 5-year has been lowered by 10 basis points to 3.0% and 3.5% respectively, with significant reductions in various deposit rates across state-owned banks and China Merchants Bank [5] - The new rates for different deposit types include a reduction in the current deposit rate to 0.05% and a 15 basis point reduction for 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year fixed deposits [5] Market Impact - Short-term market expectations for interest rate cuts have been fully priced in, with limited immediate impact on bond market prices. However, in the medium to long term, the reduction in deposit rates may improve funding costs and lead to a decline in bond yields [3] - The improvement in funding costs is expected to enhance the ticket yield for banks, as previous constraints on allocation due to funding costs are alleviated [3] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that bank stocks are not in the latter stage but rather at the beginning of a long cycle, with regulatory support for interest margins and declining rates benefiting dividend stocks [6] - Key recommendations include city commercial banks such as Jiangsu Bank and Chengdu Bank, as well as dividend-paying banks like Agricultural Bank and China CITIC Bank [6]

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