(A joint stock company incorporated in the People's Republic of China with limited liability) （在中華人民共和國註冊成立的股份有限公司） (Stock Code：1658) （股份代號：1658） Dear non-registered holder(s), 17 March 2026 Arrangement of Electronic Dissemination of Corporate Communications Pursuant to Rule 2.07A of the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited under the expansion of paperless listing regime and electronic dissemination of corporate communications that came into effect on 31 Decem ...

(A joint stock company incorporated in the People's Republic of China with limited liability) （在中華人民共和國註冊成立的股份有限公司） (Stock Code：1658) （股份代號：1658） Dear registered shareholder(s), If the Bank does not receive a functional email address in your reply, until such time that the functional email address is provided to the Share Registrar, the Bank will send you the Actionable Corporate Communications in printed form in the future. If you want to receive the Corporate Communications in printed form, please complet ...

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準確性 或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚 賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 杜春野 聯席公司秘書 中國，北京 2026年3月17日 於本公告日期，本行董事會包括董事長及非執行董事鄭國雨先生；執行董事蘆葦先生、 姚紅女士；非執行董事劉新安先生、張宣波先生、劉瑞鋼先生、陳雪女士、胡宇霆先生、 丁向明先生及余明雄先生；獨立非執行董事溫鐵軍先生、鍾瑞明先生、潘英麗女士、 唐志宏先生、洪小源先生、楊勇先生及浦永灝先生。 * 中國郵政儲蓄銀行股份有限公司並非一家根據銀行業條例（香港法例第155章）之認可 機構，並不受限於香港金融管理局的監督，亦不獲授權在香港經營銀行及╱或接受存 款業務。 1658 董事會會議通告 中國郵政儲蓄銀行股份有限公司（「本行」）董事會（「董事會」）謹此宣佈，董事 會會議將於2026年3月27日（星期五）舉行，藉以（其中包括）審議及批准本行及 其附屬公司截至2025年12月31日止年度業績及其發佈，以及考慮派發末期股 息（如有）。 承董事會命 中國郵政儲蓄銀行股份有 ...

Core Insights - The report emphasizes the financial impact of rising inflation, particularly due to the recent increase in oil prices, which is expected to have a more significant effect on the price system compared to previous instances, such as during the 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict [21][22] - The current economic cycle is positioned differently than in 2022, with signs indicating a potential recovery in corporate inventory and an increase in long-term loans, suggesting a shift towards a demand cycle [21][22] - The report predicts that long-term bond rates will likely break through their upper resistance levels as nominal economic recovery continues, with structural monetary policy adjustments being a key focus for the central bank [3][23] Financial Implications - The report outlines three main financial implications: 1. Long-term bond rates are expected to rise, with the ten-year government bond yield likely to break its current range [3][23] 2. A decrease in market risk appetite may lead to a shift from liquidity-driven asset valuation to profit-driven valuation, potentially resulting in a challenging period for financial assets [3][23] 3. The ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East may drive capital flows towards safer assets, including RMB-denominated assets, depending on the pace of financial infrastructure opening [3][23] Banking Sector Adjustments - The banking sector is advised to adjust its mindset regarding the interest rate down cycle, preparing for a scenario where interest rates and funding costs may no longer decline [4][24] - Large banks should focus on reducing the duration of loans and increasing the acquisition of settlement deposits, while smaller banks need to extend the duration of liabilities to mitigate potential impacts from cyclical shifts [4][24] Market Performance - During the observation period from March 9 to March 13, 2026, the banking sector overall increased by 1.5%, outperforming the broader market [19][56] - The report notes that the A-share banking sector showed a positive performance, while H-share banks lagged behind, indicating a divergence in market performance [19][56] Profit Forecasts - The report indicates that profit growth expectations for banks in 2025 remain largely unchanged, with minor adjustments noted for specific banks [20][56]

Core Viewpoint - The frequent changes in bank executives since 2025 reflect a deeper logic aimed at promoting high-quality development within the banking sector [2][8]. Group 1: Executive Changes - Zhang Jingke has been officially approved as the new president of Hangzhou Bank as of February 28, 2025, marking a significant leadership change [4]. - The wave of executive changes since 2025 includes major state-owned banks and joint-stock banks, with several banks such as Agricultural Bank of China, Bank of China, and China Construction Bank undergoing leadership transitions [6][7]. Group 2: Performance Metrics - As of the end of 2025, Hangzhou Bank reported total assets of 236.49 billion, an increase of 11.96% year-on-year; total loans of 107.19 billion, up 14.33%; and total deposits of 144.06 billion, rising by 13.20% [5]. - The bank's wealth management subsidiary has over 600 billion in outstanding wealth management products, reflecting a 39% growth compared to the previous year [5]. - The non-performing loan ratio stands at 0.76%, unchanged from the previous year, while the ratios of overdue loans to non-performing loans and overdue loans over 90 days to non-performing loans have decreased by 16.87 and 10.17 percentage points, respectively [5]. Group 3: Underlying Logic of Executive Changes - The banking sector is facing challenges such as rapid financial technology development, intensified market competition, and increasing regulatory requirements, prompting the need for executive changes to facilitate high-quality development [9]. - The shift from a scale-driven to a value-driven model in banking is essential due to adjustments in interest rates and pressures related to deposit migration, necessitating a transformation in profitability and operational logic [9]. - The rapid advancement of financial technology is disrupting traditional banking models, requiring banks to accelerate digital transformation and innovate products and services to meet diverse customer needs [9].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Buy" [3] Core Views - The expectation for interest rate cuts and reserve requirement ratio reductions has weakened, indicating a shift towards a more cautious monetary policy approach [14] - The central bank is expected to maintain a balanced approach in using monetary policy tools, focusing on supporting the economy while ensuring bank profitability [14] - Personal mortgage rates in China are nearing the average levels seen during the zero interest rate periods in the US, UK, and Japan, reflecting a stable monetary policy stance [14] - The central bank aims to keep interbank liquidity ample without resorting to excessive liquidity injections, supporting banks in capital replenishment and reducing funding costs [14] Summary by Sections Section 1: Weakening Expectations for Rate Cuts - The central bank's recent actions indicate a preference for a "prudent choice" in monetary policy, balancing multiple objectives [14] - The current credit interest rates are at historical lows, with a focus on maintaining bank interest margins while promoting low financing costs through market regulation [14] - The central bank's operations have resulted in a net withdrawal of 2,511 billion CNY, with a focus on maintaining liquidity stability [15] Section 2: Central Bank Dynamics and Market Rates - The central bank conducted 1,765 billion CNY in 7-day reverse repos at a rate of 1.40%, with a net withdrawal of 2,511 billion CNY overall [15] - Market rates have shown slight increases, with R001 and R007 rising to 1.39% and 1.50% respectively [15] - Upcoming liquidity events include a significant reverse repo maturity and tax payment dates, which may affect market liquidity [25] Section 3: Bank Financing Tracking - The total outstanding amount of interbank certificates of deposit (NCD) is 18.47 trillion CNY, with a weighted average interest rate of 1.67% [22] - The issuance of interbank certificates of deposit totaled 8,459 billion CNY, with a completion rate of 94.1% [22] - The commercial bank bond market remains stable, with no new issuances reported during the period [22]

Group 1 - The core point of the article is the announcement of a new round of capital injection for state-owned commercial banks in China, with a plan to issue 300 billion yuan in special government bonds to support capital replenishment [1] - The first round of capital injection in 2025 involved 500 billion yuan for four major banks, and the current focus is on Industrial and Agricultural Banks, which are expected to receive priority in this round of funding [1][2] - As of the end of Q3 2025, the core Tier 1 capital adequacy ratios for Industrial Bank and Agricultural Bank were 13.57% and 11.16%, respectively, both meeting regulatory requirements despite year-on-year declines [1] Group 2 - The need for continuous capital replenishment for state-controlled large banks arises from the pressure on net interest margins and profitability, limiting their ability to accumulate internal capital [2] - The issuance of special government bonds is part of a strategic deployment to enhance the stability of large commercial banks and their role in supporting the real economy [3]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government plans to issue 300 billion yuan in special bonds to support the capital replenishment of state-owned commercial banks, following a previous issuance of 500 billion yuan in 2025 for four major banks [3][4]. Group 1: Capital Replenishment Plans - The second batch of capital replenishment for state-owned banks is underway, with the first batch having successfully injected 500 billion yuan into four major banks, including China Bank, Postal Savings Bank, Transportation Bank, and Construction Bank, totaling 520 billion yuan [3][4]. - The issuance of special bonds is aimed at enhancing the asset allocation capacity and service capabilities of these banks to support the real economy and ensure sustainable development [4][5]. Group 2: Regulatory and Market Context - The six major state-owned banks are classified as systemically important banks, facing higher capital adequacy requirements. The government’s move to inject capital is seen as a proactive measure to alleviate pressures from narrowing net interest margins and slowing profits [4][5]. - The capital adequacy ratios required for these banks are set at 9.5% for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, 9% for Agricultural Bank of China, China Bank, and Construction Bank, and 8.5% for Transportation Bank [5][6]. Group 3: Current Capital Adequacy Status - As of the end of Q3 2025, the core Tier 1 capital adequacy ratios for Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Agricultural Bank of China were 13.57% and 11.16%, respectively, showing a decline from the end of 2024 [6].

FF301 本月底法定/註冊股本總額： RMB 120,095,053,492 | 證券代號 (如上市) | 601658 | 說明 | A股(上海證券交易所) | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | 面值 | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 100,238,886,492 RMB | | 1 RMB | | 100,238,886,492 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | RMB | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 100,238,886,492 RMB | | 1 RMB | | 100,238,886,492 | 1. 股份分類 普通股 股份類別 H 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) 是 證券代號 (如上市) 01658 說明 H股 法定/註冊股份數目 面值 法定/註冊股本 上月底結存 19,856,167,000 RMB 1 RMB 19,856,167,000 增加 / 減少 (-) RMB 本月底結存 19,856,167,000 RMB ...

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Buy" [5]. Core Viewpoints - The report forecasts a social financing growth rate of 8.1% for February 2026, with a total social financing increment of 2.1 trillion CNY, which is a year-on-year decrease of 0.1 trillion CNY [4][7]. - It is expected that the total outstanding social financing will reach 451.1 trillion CNY by the end of February, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of 8.1% and a month-on-month decline of 0.07 percentage points [4][7]. - The report highlights that credit growth is anticipated to be lower year-on-year due to the impact of the Spring Festival, with corporate credit demand expected to remain flat and retail loans likely to decrease year-on-year [4][7]. Summary by Sections Social Financing Estimates - The estimated social financing stock for February 2026 is 451.1 trillion CNY, up from 449.1 trillion CNY in January 2026 and 417.3 trillion CNY in February 2025, showing a month-on-month increase of 2.0% and a year-on-year increase of 33.8% [7]. - The report predicts a decrease in new RMB loans for February 2026, estimating an increment of 0.5 trillion CNY, which is a year-on-year decrease of 0.1 trillion CNY [4][7]. Credit and Bond Financing - The report anticipates a decrease in government and credit bond net financing for February, with government bonds expected to net finance 1.4 trillion CNY, down 0.3 trillion CNY year-on-year [4][7]. - The report also notes that the demand for bank bills is expected to remain strong, with a decrease of 1,000 billion CNY in discounted bank acceptance bills, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 2,000 billion CNY [4][7]. Monetary Growth - The report emphasizes the importance of M2 growth, which is expected to remain high at around 9.0% in February, supported by strong government bond financing and improved corporate cash flow [4][7]. - M1 growth is projected to rise to approximately 5.1%, influenced by a low base effect and the reduced impact of deposit migration [4][7].