Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2023, Shengjing Bank reported interest income of RMB 38,376,991, a decrease of 11.5% compared to RMB 43,348,175 in 2022[6]. - Net interest income fell by 31.0% to RMB 8,866,241 from RMB 12,853,684 in the previous year[6]. - Non-interest income decreased significantly by 64.4% to RMB 1,173,584, down from RMB 3,299,427 in 2022[6]. - Total operating income was RMB 10,039,825, reflecting a decline of 37.8% from RMB 16,153,111 in 2022[6]. - Operating profit decreased by 22.7% to RMB 920,365 compared to RMB 1,191,249 in the previous year[6]. - Net profit for the year was RMB 764,759, down 25.0% from RMB 1,019,269 in 2022[6]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 732,434, a decrease of 25.3% from RMB 979,898 in the previous year[6]. - The bank's operating expenses increased by 3.6% to RMB 5,999,866 from RMB 5,790,240 in 2022[6]. Asset Quality and Risk Management - Asset impairment losses significantly decreased by 66.0% to RMB 3,119,594 compared to RMB 9,171,622 in the previous year[6]. - The total non-performing loan ratio improved to 2.68% in 2023, down from 3.22% in 2022, a reduction of 0.54%[7]. - The coverage ratio for provisions increased to 159.50% in 2023, up from 140.30% in 2022, an increase of 19.20%[7]. - The bank's non-performing loan balance decreased by RMB 6.957 billion, with a non-performing loan coverage ratio of 159.50%, up by 19.2 percentage points[17]. - The impairment provision for loans and advances decreased by RMB 7.10 billion or 25.9%, totaling RMB 20.28 billion, with a coverage ratio of 159.50%, up 19.2 percentage points[70]. - The bank continues to optimize credit risk management and enhance asset quality through various measures[85]. Capital and Liquidity - The company's operating income for 2023 was RMB 10.04 billion, with a capital adequacy ratio of 14.12%, an increase of 2.60% compared to 2022[8]. - The company's core tier 1 capital ratio improved to 10.42% in 2023, an increase of 0.56% from 2022[8]. - The loan-to-deposit ratio decreased significantly to 62.78% in 2023 from 79.50% in 2022, a drop of 16.72%[8]. - The bank's total capital adequacy ratio was 14.12% as of December 31, 2023, compared to 11.52% in the previous year[95]. - The bank's total liabilities decreased by RMB 6.05 billion or 66.0% year-on-year, totaling RMB 3,119.59 billion[60]. Customer Engagement and Digital Transformation - The bank's digital transformation initiatives have led to improved operational efficiency and customer engagement, contributing to the growth in personal deposits[78]. - The company is actively implementing digital transformation initiatives, enhancing its digital risk control capabilities with the launch of an automated retail credit approval system[107]. - The company has launched innovative deposit products, including the "Orange Long Time - Cute Baby Series," which received significant social media attention[106]. - The company aims to enhance customer wealth management service experience, receiving the "Excellence in Wealth Management City Commercial Bank" award in 2023[111]. - The company has established a mobile learning platform to broaden training channels and enrich training resources[187]. Corporate Governance and Management - The board of directors includes 14 members, with key positions held by 孫進 (Chairman) and 柳旭 (President)[159]. - Recent management changes include 柳旭 being approved as President on July 11, 2023, and 孫進 being elected as Chairman on August 25, 2023[161]. - The company has established various committees, including risk control and consumer rights protection, with designated chairs and members[163]. - The company has increased the level of information disclosure and standardized investor relations management activities[188]. - The bank's governance report indicates no financial, business, or familial relationships among its directors and senior management[194]. Future Outlook - The bank's future outlook and development strategy will be discussed in detail in the annual report[3]. - The company anticipates a stable economic recovery in 2024, with a focus on maintaining adequate liquidity and aligning monetary supply with economic growth[132]. - The company aims to support the digital transformation of industries in Liaoning Province, targeting the development of 22 key industrial clusters and four trillion-yuan industrial bases[132].

Asset Growth and Composition - Total assets increased by 1.2% to RMB 1,095.16 billion as of June 30, 2023, compared to the end of 2022[10] - Total assets increased to RMB 1,095,164,969 thousand as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 1,082,413,109 thousand as of December 31, 2022[175] - Total assets increased to RMB 1,095,164,969 thousand as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 1,056,268,387 thousand in the same period last year[196][199] - Corporate banking segment assets grew to RMB 608,502,744 thousand, up from RMB 583,205,736 thousand in 2022[196][199] - Retail banking segment assets increased to RMB 117,286,771 thousand, compared to RMB 105,664,679 thousand in 2022[196][199] - Loans and advances increased to RMB 648.14 billion as of June 30, 2023, from RMB 630.6 billion at the end of 2022[173] - Loans and advances increased by RMB 6.922 billion, a 1.1% increase, accounting for 56.6% of total assets[61][62] - Corporate loans accounted for 69.0% of total loans and advances, while personal loans accounted for 16.7%[62] - Corporate loans increased by RMB 3.309 billion (0.6%) to RMB 516.792 billion, accounting for 83.3% of total loans and advances, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points from the end of the previous year[63] - Personal loans increased by RMB 3.613 billion (3.6%) to RMB 103.493 billion, accounting for 16.7% of total loans and advances, an increase of 0.4 percentage points from the end of the previous year[63] - Guaranteed, pledged, and mortgaged loans decreased by RMB 6.263 billion (1.1%) to RMB 541.612 billion, accounting for 87.4% of total loans and advances[64] - Credit loans increased to RMB 78.673 billion, accounting for 12.6% of total loans and advances, up from 10.7% at the end of the previous year[65] - Financial investments decreased by RMB 17.480 billion (5.3%) to RMB 312.132 billion, accounting for 28.5% of total assets, a decrease of 2 percentage points from the end of the previous year[68] - Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss decreased to RMB 105.228 billion, accounting for 34.6% of total financial investments, down from 39.9% at the end of the previous year[69] - Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income increased to RMB 65.079 billion, accounting for 21.4% of total financial investments, up from 13.8% at the end of the previous year[69] - Financial assets measured at amortized cost totaled RMB 304.05 billion as of June 30, 2023, a decrease from RMB 322.90 billion at the end of the previous year[70] - Government bonds accounted for 7.2% of financial assets measured at amortized cost as of June 30, 2023, down from 9.4% at the end of the previous year[70] - Policy bank bonds increased to 11.1% of financial assets measured at amortized cost as of June 30, 2023, up from 9.8% at the end of the previous year[70] - The provision for impairment losses on financial assets measured at amortized cost was RMB 9.11 billion as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 5.86 billion at the end of the previous year[70] - The expected credit loss for the next 12 months was RMB 2.52 million as of June 30, 2023, up from RMB 2.19 million at the end of the previous year[71] - The total expected credit loss for the lifetime of financial assets was RMB 1.28 billion as of June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 1.30 billion at the end of the previous year[71] Deposit Growth and Composition - Total deposits grew by 4.8% to RMB 808.83 billion as of June 30, 2023, compared to the end of 2022[10] - Total deposits increased to RMB 808.83 billion as of June 30, 2023, up from RMB 771.57 billion at the end of 2022, with personal deposits accounting for 66.8% of the total[77] - Customer deposits grew to RMB 825.4 billion as of June 30, 2023, from RMB 788.75 billion at the end of 2022[174] - Deposits from customers totaled RMB 8,088.33 billion as of June 30, 2023, an increase of RMB 372.67 billion or 4.8% compared to the end of the previous year, accounting for 79.9% of total liabilities[76] - Personal deposits increased by RMB 37.94 billion compared to the end of the previous year, driven by digital transformation and intelligent marketing strategies[76] - Corporate deposits decreased by RMB 496 million compared to the end of the previous year, reflecting efforts to reduce customer concentration and focus on low-cost, short-term deposits[76] - Customer base grew to 28.52 million, with personal deposits increasing by RMB 37.94 billion to RMB 540.604 billion, accounting for 66.8% of total deposits[12] - Personal deposits balance reached RMB 540.604 billion as of June 30, 2023[105] Loan Growth and Composition - Total loans increased by 1.1% to RMB 620.28 billion as of June 30, 2023, compared to the end of 2022[10] - Total loans amounted to RMB 620.28 billion as of June 30, 2023, with a non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 3.17%, slightly improved from 3.22% at the end of 2022[86][90] - Loans to the top five industries (wholesale and retail, leasing and business services, real estate, manufacturing, and construction) accounted for 62.9% of total loans, totaling RMB 389.94 billion as of June 30, 2023[87] - The real estate sector had an NPL ratio of 1.81%, with outstanding NPLs of RMB 1.35 billion, while the manufacturing sector had a higher NPL ratio of 6.39% with NPLs of RMB 2.37 billion[86] - Retail loans reached RMB 103.49 billion, with an NPL ratio of 2.07%, slightly improved from 2.16% at the end of 2022[90][91] - The top ten single borrowers accounted for 10.67% of total loans, with the largest borrower in the leasing and business services sector holding RMB 8.50 billion[89] - Short-term corporate loans had the highest NPL ratio at 8.36%, with NPLs of RMB 14.10 billion, while medium- and long-term corporate loans had a lower NPL ratio of 1.31%[90] - The power, heat, gas, and water supply sector had the highest NPL ratio at 19.74%, with NPLs of RMB 653.41 million[86] - Credit card overdrafts showed an NPL ratio of 5.23%, with NPLs of RMB 605.28 million, an improvement from 6.72% at the end of 2022[90] - Corporate loans (excluding bill discounts) increased by RMB 7.25 billion to RMB 428.26 billion as of June 30, 2023[102] - Personal loan balance increased by RMB 3.613 billion to RMB 103.493 billion as of June 30, 2023[106] - Credit card loan balance reached RMB 11.565 billion, an increase of RMB 2.539 billion (28.1%) compared to the end of the previous year[111] Interest Income and Expenses - Net interest income decreased by 1.3% to RMB 5,978.32 million in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022[4] - Interest income increased by 1.2% to RMB 21.300 billion, while interest expenses rose by 2.2% to RMB 15.322 billion, resulting in a 1.3% decline in net interest income to RMB 5.978 billion[19] - Net interest margin (NIM) decreased to 1.30%, down by 0.01 percentage points, and net interest yield declined to 1.22%, down by 0.08 percentage points[20] - Interest income from loans and advances reached RMB 17.47 billion, accounting for 82.0% of total interest income, up from 81.0% in the previous year[30] - Corporate loans (including bill discounts) contributed RMB 14.59 billion in interest income, representing 68.5% of total interest income, with an average yield of 5.28%[32] - Personal loans generated RMB 2.89 billion in interest income, accounting for 13.5% of total interest income, with an average yield of 5.84%[32] - Interest income from financial investments decreased to RMB 3.02 billion, down from RMB 3.18 billion in the previous year, with a lower average yield of 2.75%[22] - Interest income from deposits with central banks was RMB 497.61 million, accounting for 2.3% of total interest income[30] - Financial investment interest income decreased by RMB 156 million (4.9%) to RMB 3.02 billion in H1 2023 due to lower average investment yields[33] - Interest income from deposits with central bank decreased by RMB 20 million (3.8%) to RMB 498 million in H1 2023 due to lower average balance[34] - Interest income from interbank and other financial institutions decreased by RMB 4 million (4.9%) to RMB 83 million in H1 2023 due to lower average balance[35] - Interest expense increased by RMB 336 million (2.2%) to RMB 15.32 billion in H1 2023, mainly due to a RMB 665 million increase in interest expense from repurchase agreements[37] - Deposit interest expense decreased by RMB 174 million (1.4%) to RMB 12.49 billion in H1 2023 due to optimization of liability structure and lower deposit interest rates[40] - Interest expense from interbank and other financial institutions decreased by RMB 173 million (14.2%) to RMB 1.04 billion in H1 2023 due to lower average balance and interest rates[42] - Interest expense from repurchase agreements increased by RMB 665 million (79.8%) to RMB 1.50 billion in H1 2023 due to higher average balance and interest rates[43] - Net interest income for corporate banking was RMB 4,863,975 thousand, while retail banking recorded RMB 1,185,520 thousand[198] Non-Interest Income and Expenses - Non-interest income dropped significantly by 42.4% to RMB 1,165.62 million in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022[4] - Operating income decreased by 11.6% to RMB 7.144 billion, with non-interest income dropping by 42.4% to RMB 1.166 billion[17] - Net fee and commission income increased by RMB 86 million (156.4%) to RMB 140 million in H1 2023, mainly due to higher income from financing guarantees and asset management services[45] - Net trading loss was RMB 127 million in H1 2023, a decrease of RMB 353 million YoY, mainly due to foreign exchange market fluctuations[47] - Net investment income decreased by RMB 590 million (34.1%) to RMB 1.14 billion in H1 2023, mainly due to lower gains from disposal of bond assets[48] - The retail banking segment recorded a net fee and commission expense of RMB 53,678 thousand[195] - The funds business segment reported a net trading loss of RMB 126,981 thousand[195] Profitability and Financial Performance - Net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 21.8% to RMB 737.88 million in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022[4] - Net profit for H1 2023 was RMB 789.635 million, a YoY decrease of 18.1%, primarily due to narrowing net interest margins and reduced non-interest income[14][15] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 737.88 million, down from RMB 944.11 million in the same period last year[171] - Basic and diluted earnings per share were RMB 0.08 in H1 2023, down from RMB 0.11 in H1 2022[172] - Total comprehensive income for H1 2023 was RMB 897.96 million, compared to RMB 1.048 billion in H1 2022[172] - Net profit for the first half of 2023 was RMB 737,875 thousand, contributing to a total comprehensive income of RMB 846,196 thousand[177] - The company allocated RMB 64,871 thousand to surplus reserves and RMB 510,691 thousand to general reserves during the first half of 2023[177] - Pre-tax profit for corporate banking was RMB 2,034,088 thousand, while retail banking reported a loss of RMB 1,072,147 thousand[198] - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 919,254 thousand, with the corporate banking segment contributing RMB 3,253,163 thousand[195] Asset Quality and Risk Management - The non-performing loan ratio improved slightly to 3.17% as of June 30, 2023, down from 3.22% at the end of 2022[7] - Non-performing loan ratio decreased to 3.17%, down by 0.05 percentage points, while the provision coverage ratio increased to 142.90%, up by 2.60 percentage points[13] - The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio decreased to 3.17% as of June 30, 2023, down by 0.05 percentage points from the end of 2022, with the provision coverage ratio rising to 142.90%, up by 2.59 percentage points[82] - Total non-performing loans amounted to RMB 19.65 billion as of June 30, 2023, with substandard loans making up 2.9% of total loans and doubtful loans accounting for 0.2%[83][84] - Loan impairment provisions increased by RMB 233 million to RMB 27.609 billion, with a loan provision ratio of 4.53%, up 0.01 percentage points from the end of the previous year[66] - Asset quality improved, with enhanced risk management systems and increased efforts in recovering non-performing assets[13] - The company has optimized its credit risk management by focusing on ten preferred industries, leveraging regional advantages, and targeting high-quality customers[119] - The company has strengthened its market risk management by revising policies, improving risk measurement systems, and enhancing risk limit monitoring and early warning mechanisms[121] - The company has actively managed interest rate risk by adjusting asset-liability structures and using tools like internal fund transfer pricing (FTP) to mitigate the impact of interest rate fluctuations[122] - The company has improved liquidity risk management by optimizing asset-liability structures, enhancing dynamic monitoring, and expanding emergency funding channels[123] - The company has upgraded its credit risk management system to achieve full electronic and refined management across all customers, products, and processes[119] - The company has implemented a dedicated approver framework for credit approval, emphasizing independent decision-making and expert judgment[119] - The company has strengthened operational risk management by enhancing employee compliance awareness, improving internal control processes, and conducting risk assessments[120] - The company has focused on reducing concentration risks by strictly managing large credit exposures and implementing reduction plans for high-risk clients[119] - The company has enhanced its risk management capabilities by integrating technology, improving data governance, and upgrading system functionalities[118] - The company has established a multi-level liquidity reserve mechanism to ensure stable and secure liquidity management[123] - The company has completed on-site evaluation of eight systems including online banking, mobile banking, and comprehensive wealth management for security level protection, with a cumulative participation of over 1,100 employees in related training[124] - The company has strengthened its reputation risk management through proactive evaluation, media communication, and innovative training methods, including creating educational videos[125] - The company has optimized its internal control system, focusing on compliance management and risk prevention, while promoting a compliance culture through training and peer exchanges[126] - The company has enhanced anti-money laundering (AML) risk management by improving monitoring models, conducting regular training, and expanding public awareness campaigns[127] - The company has established a country risk management system, including internal assessment ratings and risk reserve provisions based on sovereign credit ratings[128] Capital Adequacy and Funding - The capital adequacy ratio increased to 12.4% as of June 30, 2023, up by 0.88 percentage points from the end of 2022[10] - The bank's core tier 1 capital adequacy ratio stood at 9.19%, with a total capital adequacy ratio of 12.40% as of June 30, 2023, supported by a RMB 15 billion local government special bond issuance[92] - Core Tier 1 capital increased to RMB 81.42 billion as of June 30, 2023, up from RMB 80.55 billion at the end of 2022[94] - Total capital adequacy ratio improved to 12.40% in 2023 from 11.52% in 2022[94] - The bank successfully raised RMB 15 billion through a local government special bond issuance to enhance its capital adequacy[92] - The company plans to issue financial bonds with a total principal amount of up to RMB 30 billion, including no more than RMB 15 billion in perpetual capital bonds and no more than RMB 15 billion in other types of financial bonds[150] - The perpetual capital bonds will have no fixed maturity, with the trigger event date being the maturity date, while other financial bonds will have a maximum term of 10 years[150] - The funds raised from the bond issuance will be used to optimize the company's asset and liability structure, stabilize medium- and long-term funding sources, and support medium- and long-term asset business development

Financial Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2023, Shengjing Bank reported net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 737,875,000, a decrease of 21.8% compared to RMB 944,113,000 for the same period in 2022[24]. - Net profit for the first half of 2023 was RMB 789.635 million, a decrease of RMB 174.220 million or 18.1% year-on-year[35]. - Operating income for the first half of 2023 was RMB 7.144 billion, down RMB 937.132 million or 11.6% year-on-year[37]. - The bank's total comprehensive income for the first half of 2023 was RMB 846,196, compared to RMB 1,028,751 for the same period in 2022, indicating a decrease of approximately 17.7%[198]. - The basic and diluted earnings per share for the first half of 2023 were RMB 0.08, down from RMB 0.11 in the same period of 2022[24]. Asset and Liability Management - Total assets as of June 30, 2023, reached RMB 1,095,164,969, reflecting a 1.2% increase from RMB 1,082,413,109 at the end of 2022[25]. - The bank's total liabilities increased by 1.2% to RMB 1,012,829,918 from RMB 1,000,976,014 at the end of 2022[25]. - The capital adequacy ratio as of June 30, 2023, was 12.40%, up from 11.52% at the end of 2022[27]. - The company's total financial assets amounted to RMB 304.05 billion, a decrease from RMB 322.90 billion at the end of 2022[91]. Loan and Deposit Growth - The bank's total loans and advances amounted to RMB 620,284,642, reflecting a 1.1% increase from RMB 613,362,329 at the end of 2022[25]. - Total deposits amounted to RMB 808.833 billion, up RMB 37.267 billion or 4.8% from the end of the previous year[31]. - The total amount of loans and advances issued was RMB 620.285 billion as of June 30, 2023, an increase of RMB 6.922 billion, representing a growth of 1.1%[82]. - Individual deposits increased by RMB 37.94 billion compared to the end of the previous year, while corporate deposits decreased by RMB 0.5 billion[96]. Income Sources - The bank's non-interest income decreased by 42.4% to RMB 1,165,615,000 from RMB 2,024,777,000 year-on-year[24]. - Interest income increased to RMB 21.300 billion, a rise of RMB 257.810 million or 1.2% year-on-year[36]. - The bank's net interest income for the first half of 2023 was RMB 5.98 billion, down RMB 0.08 billion or 1.3% year-on-year[50]. - The bank's net fee and commission income rose to RMB 140 million, an increase of RMB 86 million or 156.4% year-on-year[66]. Risk Management - The bank continues to enhance risk management capabilities, focusing on asset quality management and optimizing risk management strategies[138]. - Credit risk management has been strengthened with a focus on maintaining stable growth in asset quality and optimizing credit structure[139]. - The bank has implemented a comprehensive credit risk control process, emphasizing pre-loan marketing and post-loan management[139]. - The bank has established a multi-level liquidity reserve mechanism to broaden emergency funding channels[143]. Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2023, the total number of shares was 8,796,680,200, consisting of 6,455,937,700 domestic shares and 2,340,742,500 H-shares, with no changes during the reporting period[150]. - Shenyang Shengjing Financial Holdings Group Co., Ltd. is the largest shareholder, owning 1,829,225,327 shares, which is 20.79% of the total[153]. - The total number of domestic shareholders is 3,466, while H-share shareholders number 126 as of June 30, 2023[152]. Corporate Governance and Management - The company’s governance practices comply with the corporate governance code, except for three directors who were unable to attend the annual general meeting due to business reasons[181]. - The company has established a diverse compensation system that reflects job characteristics and provides flexible benefits[180]. - The company’s board of directors has undergone changes, with key positions being filled following resignations due to age and work adjustments[177]. Future Outlook and Strategy - The company aims to achieve high-quality development by focusing on four transformations: operational transformation, asset-liability management transformation, digital transformation, and branch transformation[149]. - The company plans to issue financial bonds with a total principal amount of up to RMB 30 billion, including perpetual bonds not exceeding RMB 15 billion and other types of financial bonds not exceeding RMB 15 billion[170]. - The company is committed to maintaining a stable economic environment, with a focus on expanding domestic demand and preventing risks, amidst challenges in the economic recovery process[149].

Financial Performance - Interest income for 2022 was RMB 43,348.175 million, a 5.9% increase from RMB 40,915.676 million in 2021[5] - Net profit for 2022 reached RMB 1,019.269 million, representing a 136.6% increase compared to RMB 430.883 million in 2021[5] - Operating income for 2022 was RMB 16,153.111 million, a 4.4% increase from RMB 15,466.611 million in 2021[5] - Basic and diluted earnings per share rose to RMB 0.11 in 2022, compared to RMB 0.05 in 2021[6] - Total operating income for 2022 was RMB 16.15 billion, up RMB 686.5 million, reflecting a growth of 4.4% compared to the previous year[17] - The company achieved a net profit of RMB 1.02 billion in 2022, an increase of RMB 588 million, representing a growth of 136.6% year-on-year[15] Asset and Liability Management - Total assets increased by 7.6% to RMB 1,082,413.109 million in 2022 from RMB 1,006,126.253 million in 2021[6] - Total liabilities increased by 8.1% to RMB 1,000,976.014 million in 2022 from RMB 925,623.312 million in 2021[6] - Total assets reached RMB 1,082.41 billion, an increase of RMB 76.29 billion or 7.6% compared to the previous year[11] - Total deposits amounted to RMB 771.57 billion, up RMB 34.53 billion or 4.7% year-on-year[11] Loan and Credit Quality - The bank's total loans and advances increased by 4.7% to RMB 613,362.329 million in 2022 from RMB 586,032.668 million in 2021[6] - The non-performing loan ratio improved to 3.22% in 2022 from 3.28% in 2021[6] - The provision coverage ratio increased to 140.30% in 2022, up from 130.87% in 2021[6] - Total loans and advances amounted to RMB 613.36 billion, with non-performing loans totaling RMB 19.76 billion[83] - The impairment provision for loans and advances increased to RMB 27.38 billion, up by RMB 2.70 billion or 11.0% compared to the previous year, reflecting enhanced risk coverage capabilities[66] Income Sources - Non-interest income amounted to RMB 3.30 billion, a 7.2% increase, accounting for 20.4% of total revenue[14] - Net interest income reached RMB 12.85 billion, an increase of RMB 466.1 million, with a year-on-year growth of 3.8%[19] - Interest income rose to RMB 43.35 billion, a year-on-year increase of RMB 2.43 billion, while interest expenses increased by RMB 1.97 billion[20] - The interest income from loans and advances amounted to RMB 34.82 billion, representing 80.3% of total interest income, with a year-on-year increase of RMB 3.87 billion or 12.5%[30] Operational Efficiency - Operating expenses were RMB 5.79 billion, a slight decrease of RMB 0.07 billion or 1.1% year-on-year, reflecting enhanced budget control and cost-saving measures[49] - Employee compensation expenses were RMB 3.19 billion, an increase of RMB 0.11 billion or 3.7% year-on-year, driven by personnel growth and rising average wages[51] Risk Management - The bank's focus on optimizing credit risk management processes has strengthened its ability to mitigate financial risks[81] - The bank has enhanced its operational risk management by improving internal control systems and risk monitoring tools, aiming to maximize operational risk control capabilities[119] - Liquidity risk management has been strengthened through a comprehensive liquidity management system, ensuring balance sheet optimization and dynamic monitoring[122] Corporate Governance - The board of directors consists of 12 members, including 3 executive directors, 4 non-executive directors, and 5 independent non-executive directors[188] - The company is committed to continuously reviewing and strengthening corporate governance to meet higher expectations from shareholders and investors[185] - The board meets at least four times a year, ensuring compliance with procedures and applicable rules[190] Shareholder Information - As of December 31, 2022, the total number of shares was 8,796,680,200, with domestic shares accounting for 6,455,937,700 and H shares for 2,340,742,500, showing no changes during the reporting period[133] - Major shareholders include Shengjing Financial Holdings with 1,829,225,327 shares (20.79%) and Shenyang Hengxin with 479,836,334 shares (5.45%) as of December 31, 2022[138] Strategic Initiatives - The bank plans to continue expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings in the coming years[6] - The bank aims to enhance its financial services in the Liaoning region, focusing on inclusive finance and technological finance development[128] - The bank's strategic vision includes a commitment to serve local economies, small and medium enterprises, and rural residents, while enhancing deposit growth and customer base development[128]

Meeting Details - The annual general meeting of Shengjing Bank Co., Ltd. is scheduled for June 2, 2023, to discuss the 2022 financial results and 2023 budget report[2] - The proposed profit distribution plan for 2022 will be reviewed during the meeting[2] - The independent non-executive director's report for 2022 will be presented at the meeting[4] - The meeting is expected to last no more than half a working day[10] Shareholder Participation - Shareholders must submit transfer documents by May 2, 2023, to attend the meeting and vote[6] - Shareholders can appoint representatives to attend the meeting and vote on their behalf[8] Financial Actions - The bank plans to issue new shares and extend the validity of issuing financial bonds[3] Performance Evaluation - The supervisory board will evaluate the performance of directors and senior management for 2022[4] H-share Registration - The bank will suspend H-share transfer registration from May 3, 2023, to June 2, 2023, to ensure eligibility for the meeting[6] Regulatory Status - The bank is not a licensed institution under the Hong Kong Banking Ordinance and is not supervised by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority[10]

Financial Performance - Shengjing Bank reported a net profit of RMB 1,019,269,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022, representing a 136.6% increase compared to RMB 430,883,000 in 2021[10]. - The bank's interest income for 2022 was RMB 43,348,175,000, a 5.9% increase from RMB 40,915,676,000 in 2021[10]. - Non-interest income increased by 7.2% to RMB 3,299,427,000 in 2022 from RMB 3,079,002,000 in 2021[10]. - Operating income rose to RMB 16,153,111,000, reflecting a 4.4% growth compared to RMB 15,466,611,000 in the previous year[10]. - The bank's operating profit surged to RMB 1,191,249,000, a significant increase of 1,049.9% from RMB 103,595,000 in 2021[10]. - The bank's operating expenses decreased slightly by 1.1% to RMB 5,790,240,000 in 2022 from RMB 5,855,054,000 in 2021[10]. - Total assets reached RMB 1,082.41 billion, an increase of 7.6% compared to 2021[17]. - Total loans and advances amounted to RMB 613.36 billion, growing by 4.7% year-on-year[17]. - Total deposits increased to RMB 771.57 billion, also up by 4.7% from the previous year[17]. - The company achieved a net profit of RMB 1.02 billion, an increase of RMB 588 million, representing a growth of 136.6% year-on-year, driven by increased credit investment and improved asset quality[30]. Asset Quality and Risk Management - The non-performing loan ratio improved to 3.22%, down from 3.28% in 2021[14]. - The coverage ratio for provisions increased to 140.30%, up from 130.87% in the previous year[14]. - The impairment losses on assets for 2022 were RMB 91.72 billion, a decrease of 3.5% from the previous year, reflecting the company's prudent risk management practices[76]. - The company has implemented a comprehensive risk management and internal control compliance action plan to strengthen risk prevention[26]. - The bank's loan portfolio showed a healthy distribution, with 94.3% classified as normal loans as of December 31, 2022[109]. - The bank's strategy includes enhancing customer group construction and optimizing loan structures across ten preferred industries[111]. - The bank's focus on technology-driven strategies is aligned with its 2022-2025 information technology strategic plan[150]. - The bank has strengthened its reputation risk management by implementing 24/7 public opinion monitoring and enhancing public relations management[161]. Strategic Initiatives and Future Outlook - Future outlook includes a focus on expanding market presence and enhancing product offerings, although specific figures were not disclosed in the provided content[10]. - Shengjing Bank aims to leverage technology in its operations and improve customer service as part of its strategic initiatives[10]. - The company plans to continue optimizing its asset structure and increasing loan issuance to support economic development and meet financing needs[45]. - The bank is committed to innovation in supply chain finance services, contributing to the stability and quality of foreign trade[131]. - The bank has implemented a three-year action plan to promote inclusive finance, focusing on serving local economies and small and micro enterprises[141]. Customer and Market Development - Retail banking customers exceeded 27.7 million, with savings deposits reaching RMB 502.66 billion, accounting for 65.1% of total deposits[24]. - The company aims to focus on deposit growth, customer base development, value creation, and capability enhancement as part of its business strategy[20]. - The bank's personal deposit balance was RMB 502.664 billion as of December 31, 2022, maintaining rapid growth for three consecutive years[134]. - The number of mobile banking users reached 3.8244 million, with monthly active users increasing by 9.1% year-on-year[149]. Capital and Shareholder Information - Shareholders' equity amounted to RMB 81.44 billion, reflecting a year-over-year increase of RMB 0.93 billion or 1.2%[105]. - The total number of shares outstanding was 8,796,680,200, consisting of 6,455,937,700 domestic shares and 2,340,742,500 H-shares, with no changes during the reporting period[174]. - The largest shareholder, Shenyang Jin控 Investment Group Co., Ltd., held 1,829,225,327 shares, representing 20.79% of the total share capital[180]. - The company plans to issue financial bonds totaling up to RMB 30 billion, with a maximum of RMB 15 billion for perpetual bonds and another RMB 15 billion for other types of financial bonds[196]. Management and Governance - The company appointed new executive directors, including Ms. Liu Xu and Mr. Wang Jun, following the resignation of several board members due to personal work changes[199]. - The company has experienced a significant turnover in its board and senior management, indicating a potential shift in strategic direction[199]. - The company continues to focus on compliance with regulatory requirements for all new appointments[200].

Financial Performance - Interest income for the first half of 2022 was RMB 21,042,514, a decrease of 0.6% compared to RMB 21,177,436 in the same period of 2021[23] - Net interest income decreased by 8.7% to RMB 6,056,292 from RMB 6,631,038 year-on-year[23] - The net profit for the first half of 2022 was RMB 963,855, down 7.9% from RMB 1,046,301 in the same period of 2021[23] - Earnings per share for the first half of 2022 was RMB 0.11, a decrease of RMB 0.01 compared to RMB 0.12 in the first half of 2021[23] - Operating income for the first half of 2022 was RMB 8.081 billion, down RMB 0.427 billion or 5.0% compared to the same period last year[32] - Total operating income for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 8,081,069 thousand, down from RMB 8,508,256 thousand in the previous year, reflecting a decline of 5.0%[194] - The bank's net profit for the first half of 2022 was RMB 944,113 thousand, compared to RMB 1,030,380 thousand in the same period of 2021, showing a decrease of about 8.36%[199] - The total comprehensive income for the first half of 2022 was RMB 1,028,751 thousand, down from RMB 1,040,828 thousand in the first half of 2021, indicating a decline of approximately 1.16%[199] Asset and Liability Management - Total assets as of June 30, 2022, reached RMB 1,056,268,387, reflecting a growth of 5.0% from RMB 1,006,126,253 at the end of 2021[24] - Total liabilities increased by 5.3% to RMB 974,716,953 from RMB 925,623,312 year-on-year[24] - The bank's total assets reached RMB 1,056.27 billion as of June 30, 2022, an increase of RMB 50.14 billion or 5.0% from the end of the previous year, mainly driven by growth in lending activities[73] - The bank's cash and deposits with the central bank increased to RMB 83,290,159 thousand from RMB 72,330,736 thousand, marking a rise of about 15.36%[196] - Loans and advances to customers rose to RMB 609,547,176 thousand, up from RMB 583,443,518 thousand, which is an increase of approximately 4.48%[196] Risk Management - The non-performing loan ratio improved slightly to 3.26% from 3.28% as of December 31, 2021[26] - The provision coverage ratio increased to 138.14% from 130.87% year-on-year, indicating stronger asset quality management[26] - The bank's non-performing loan (NPL) ratio was 3.26%, a decrease of 0.02 percentage points compared to the end of 2021, with non-performing loans amounting to RMB 19.69 billion[96] - The bank's non-performing loan ratio remained stable, reflecting effective risk management strategies in place[200] - The bank's focus on optimizing credit risk management has led to a continuous improvement in asset quality and risk monitoring systems[95] Income Sources - Non-interest income increased by 7.9% to RMB 2,024,777 compared to RMB 1,877,218 in the first half of 2021[23] - Interest income from loans and advances amounted to RMB 17.04 billion, an increase of RMB 1.55 billion, with a growth rate of 10.0%, accounting for 81.0% of total interest income, up 7.8 percentage points year-on-year[45] - Non-interest income from fees and commissions decreased by RMB 111 million to RMB 55 million, a decline of 67.0%, due to the implementation of fee reduction policies and a decrease in agency and custody business scale[59] - Trading net income increased by RMB 682 million to RMB 226 million, attributed to improved strategies in bond and foreign exchange trading and enhanced market analysis[61] - The bank's investment income for the first half of 2022 was RMB 1,727,718 thousand, down from RMB 2,153,465 thousand in the previous year, reflecting a decline of 19.7%[194] Capital Structure - Core Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio decreased to 10.29% from 10.54% as of December 31, 2021[26] - Total equity as of June 30, 2022, was RMB 81.55 billion, up by RMB 1.05 billion or 1.3% from the end of 2021[93] - The capital adequacy ratio was 12.01% as of June 30, 2022, meeting regulatory requirements[104] - The bank's capital reserve remained unchanged at RMB 26,931,360 thousand, indicating a stable capital structure[198] Customer and Market Engagement - The number of retail customers reached 26.85 million, with wealth management clients totaling 251,000, and total managed assets increased to RMB 274.4 billion, up RMB 45.8 billion or 20.0%[29] - The bank's transaction banking assets amounted to RMB 364.75 billion, with cross-border settlement volume reaching USD 6.414 billion[115] - The total number of debit cards issued reached 19.28 million, an increase of 587,200 cards since the beginning of the year, with total transaction volume of RMB 10.99 billion[119] - The cumulative number of mobile banking customers reached 3.657 million, with a total transaction volume of RMB 395.196 billion in the first half of 2022[131] Operational Efficiency - Operating expenses for the first half of 2022 amounted to RMB 2.679 billion, an increase of RMB 188 million or 7.5% year-on-year, driven by the implementation of a retail transformation strategy and increased personnel costs[64] - Employee compensation expenses rose to RMB 1.544 billion, reflecting an increase of RMB 86 million or 5.9% year-on-year, attributed to personnel growth and higher wages and benefits[66] - The bank achieved a system availability rate of 99.99% for critical information systems, enhancing operational efficiency through automated resource allocation and centralized management[133] Shareholder Structure - The total number of shares as of June 30, 2022, is 8,796,680,200, with domestic shares accounting for 6,455,937,700 and H-shares for 2,340,742,500[148] - The top ten domestic shareholders hold a total of 5,318,750,431 shares, representing 60.46% of the total share capital[151] - Major shareholders include Shengjing Financial Holdings with 1,829,225,327 domestic shares (20.79%), Evergrande Nanchang with 1,281,855,435 domestic shares (14.57%), and Shenyang Hengxin with 479,836,334 domestic shares (5.45%)[167] Governance and Compliance - The company is committed to enhancing corporate governance transparency and accountability to protect shareholder rights and enhance corporate value[181] - The company has established a compensation system that aligns with corporate governance requirements, balancing short-term and long-term incentives[180] - The company has a diverse board of directors, with ages ranging from 44 to 75, indicating a mix of experience and youth in leadership[173] - The company has independent non-executive directors, including Ni Guoju and Jiang Ce, who will continue to fulfill their duties until their qualifications are approved by the regulatory authority[174]

Financial Performance - Interest income for 2021 was RMB 40,915.676 million, a decrease of 3.8% compared to RMB 42,533.959 million in 2020[10]. - Net interest income decreased by 14.9% to RMB 12,387.609 million from RMB 14,558.361 million in the previous year[10]. - Non-interest income increased significantly by 80.2% to RMB 3,079.002 million, compared to RMB 1,708.452 million in 2020[10]. - Operating profit fell by 82.5% to RMB 103.595 million from RMB 591.364 million in 2020[10]. - Net profit for 2021 was RMB 430.883 million, a decline of 65.0% from RMB 1,231.941 million in 2020[10]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 66.6% to RMB 401.961 million from RMB 1,203.777 million in the previous year[10]. - Operating expenses increased by 15.9% to RMB 5,855.054 million compared to RMB 5,050.086 million in 2020[10]. - The company reported an asset impairment loss of RMB 9,507.962 million, a decrease of 10.5% from RMB 10,625.363 million in 2020[10]. - The company achieved operating income of RMB 15.47 billion, a decrease of RMB 800.2 million or 4.9% year-on-year[29]. - Net profit for 2021 was RMB 430.9 million, down RMB 801.1 million or 65.0% year-on-year[32]. Asset and Liability Management - Total assets reached RMB 1,006.13 billion, a decrease of 3.1% compared to 2020[12]. - Total loans and advances amounted to RMB 586.03 billion, an increase of 7.1% year-on-year[12]. - Total deposits increased to RMB 737.03 billion, reflecting an 8.2% growth from the previous year[12]. - The bank's equity attributable to shareholders increased by 0.5% to RMB 79.88 billion[12]. - Total liabilities as of December 31, 2021, were RMB 925.62 billion, a decrease from RMB 957.91 billion in 2020[93]. - The proportion of customer deposits to total liabilities was 79.6%, up by 8.5 percentage points from the previous year[96]. Loan and Deposit Growth - Personal deposits increased to RMB 419.843 billion, a rise of RMB 61.938 billion, reflecting a growth of 17.3% year-on-year[25]. - Personal loans reached RMB 100.725 billion, an increase of RMB 23.267 billion, representing a growth of 30.0% year-on-year[25]. - The total amount of loans and advances issued reached RMB 586.03 billion, an increase of RMB 39.97 billion, representing a growth of 7.1% year-on-year[78]. - Corporate loans (including discounted bills) amounted to RMB 485.31 billion, an increase of RMB 15.70 billion, with a growth rate of 3.3%[79]. Non-Performing Loans and Risk Management - The non-performing loan ratio stood at 3.28%, slightly up from 3.26% in 2020[12]. - The total amount of non-performing loans was RMB 19,198.18 million, compared to RMB 17,829.94 million in the previous year[105]. - The provision coverage ratio improved to 130.87%, up by 16.82 percentage points year-on-year[103]. - The bank's loan provision rate increased to 4.29%, up by 0.57 percentage points from the previous year[103]. - The impairment provision for loans and advances increased to RMB 24.67 billion, up RMB 4.34 billion or 21.3% from the previous year, due to a cautious approach considering economic uncertainties[84]. Strategic Initiatives and Future Outlook - Future outlook and development strategy discussed in the report indicate a focus on market expansion and new product development[8]. - The company plans to enhance risk management practices as part of its strategic initiatives moving forward[8]. - The bank's strategy focused on deposit growth, customer base development, value creation, and capability enhancement, leading to a stable operational performance[21]. - The bank's digital currency system and integrated payment system construction were advanced, aligning with government initiatives for "digital cities"[147]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shares outstanding as of December 31, 2021, was 8,796,680,200, consisting of 6,455,937,700 domestic shares and 2,340,742,500 H shares[173]. - The largest shareholder, Shenyang Jin Kong Investment Group Co., Ltd., owned 1,829,225,327 shares, accounting for 20.79% of the total[177]. - The company has not issued new shares during the reporting period[174]. Compliance and Regulatory Matters - The company emphasizes a "compliance first" principle, enhancing internal control and compliance management to adapt to regulatory requirements amid a trend of increasing supervision[159]. - The company has strengthened its anti-money laundering (AML) framework, focusing on system intelligence and enhancing monitoring capabilities to improve AML effectiveness[161]. - There were no significant lawsuits or arbitration matters that impacted the company's business activities during the reporting period[167].

Financial Performance - Interest income for the first half of 2021 was RMB 21,177,436 thousand, a 1.6% increase from RMB 20,838,858 thousand in the same period of 2020[22]. - Net interest income decreased by 11.4% to RMB 6,631,038 thousand from RMB 7,483,342 thousand year-on-year[22]. - Non-interest income fell by 20.3% to RMB 1,877,218 thousand compared to RMB 2,355,390 thousand in the first half of 2020[22]. - Pre-tax profit dropped significantly by 71.9% to RMB 914,812 thousand from RMB 3,253,137 thousand in the previous year[22]. - Net profit for the first half of 2021 was RMB 1,046,301 thousand, a decrease of 63.2% from RMB 2,845,737 thousand in the same period of 2020[22]. - Total operating income for the first half of 2021 was RMB 8.51 billion, down RMB 1.33 billion or 13.5% compared to the same period in 2020[34]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 0.91 billion, a significant decline of 71.9% from RMB 3.25 billion in the same period last year[36]. - The total profit for the first half of 2021 was RMB 1,030,360,000, compared to RMB 2,829,393,000 in the same period of 2020, reflecting a significant decrease[194]. - The total comprehensive income for the first half of 2021 was RMB 1,040,828,000, down from RMB 1,897,497,000 in the first half of 2020, indicating a decline of approximately 45%[194]. Asset and Liability Management - Total assets as of June 30, 2021, were RMB 1,016,503,498 thousand, down 2.1% from RMB 1,037,958,375 thousand at the end of 2020[23]. - Total liabilities amounted to RMB 935.42 billion, a decrease of RMB 22.50 billion or 2.3% compared to the end of the previous year[87]. - The bank's total liabilities decreased to RMB 935,416,121 thousand as of June 30, 2021, from RMB 957,911,826 thousand at the end of 2020[192]. - The bank's equity attributable to shareholders increased to RMB 80,476,819 thousand from RMB 79,451,932 thousand at the end of 2020, showing a growth of 1.3%[193]. - The total equity as of June 30, 2021, was RMB 81,087,377, with retained earnings contributing 28.8%[94]. Loan and Deposit Growth - Total loans and advances increased by 7.5% to RMB 588,040,455 thousand from RMB 547,062,557 thousand year-on-year[23]. - Total deposits reached RMB 728.96 billion, an increase of RMB 47.56 billion or 7.0% from the end of the previous year[89]. - The total amount of loans and advances increased by RMB 40.98 billion, representing a growth of 7.5% compared to the end of the previous year[29]. - Personal loans amounted to RMB 93.04 billion, reflecting a growth of RMB 15.58 billion or 20.1%[30]. - The bank's corporate loan balance (excluding bill discounting) was RMB 441.35 billion, an increase of RMB 10.15 billion, with a growth rate of 2.4% compared to the end of the previous year[115]. Risk Management - The non-performing loan ratio improved to 3.04% from 3.26% at the end of 2020[25]. - The provision coverage ratio increased to 130.93% from 114.05% year-on-year[25]. - The company's asset impairment losses for the first half of 2021 amounted to RMB 5.103 billion, an increase of RMB 730 million or 16.7% year-on-year, primarily due to increased provisions in response to uncertainties from the pandemic and economic environment[70]. - The impairment provision for loans and advances increased to RMB 23.38 billion, up by RMB 3.05 billion or 15.0% compared to the end of the previous year, reflecting the bank's proactive approach to credit risk amid the pandemic[81]. - The bank has strengthened credit risk management by utilizing big data and cloud computing technologies[95]. Digital Transformation and Customer Experience - The bank's strategy focuses on enhancing customer experience and digital transformation, aiming to build an integrated digital retail banking model[29]. - The company continues to focus on digital transformation and retail finance integration, driving growth in consumer loans and operational loans[78]. - The company has accelerated the digital transformation of corporate banking, with online banking clients reaching 46,800, a 12% increase from the end of the previous year, and total transaction amounts reaching RMB 1,132.365 billion[133]. - Mobile banking clients increased to 3.1623 million, a 15.7% growth since the beginning of the year, with transaction amounts reaching RMB 131.227 billion, an 11.8% increase year-on-year[135]. Shareholder Information - The total number of shares as of June 30, 2021, is 8,796,680,200, consisting of 6,455,937,700 domestic shares and 2,340,742,500 H-shares, with no changes during the reporting period[149]. - The top ten domestic shareholders held a total of 5,509,675,427 shares, representing 62.63% of the total share capital[151]. - China Evergrande Group held 3,201,680,000 domestic shares, accounting for 36.40% of the total[153]. - The largest shareholder, China Evergrande Group, has no pledged shares[151]. Regulatory Compliance and Governance - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code and ensured high levels of transparency and accountability[176]. - No penalties were imposed on the company or its directors during the reporting period by regulatory authorities[180]. - The financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2021, were prepared in accordance with international financial reporting standards and reviewed by KPMG[183]. Future Outlook and Strategy - The company plans to issue financial bonds with a total principal amount of up to RMB 30 billion, including subordinated capital bonds not exceeding RMB 15 billion, and other types of financial bonds not exceeding RMB 15 billion[166]. - The funds raised will be used to support long-term asset business development and enhance the company's capital adequacy level[166]. - The bank aims to strengthen its core competitiveness in three major sectors: large corporate, retail, and financial markets[148].

Financial Performance - Interest income for 2020 was RMB 42,533,959 thousand, a decrease of 5.4% compared to RMB 44,944,020 thousand in 2019[11] - Net interest income decreased by 11.0% to RMB 14,558,361 thousand from RMB 16,349,852 thousand in 2019[11] - Non-interest income significantly dropped by 63.3% to RMB 1,708,452 thousand from RMB 4,657,415 thousand in 2019[11] - Total operating income fell by 22.6% to RMB 16,266,813 thousand compared to RMB 21,007,267 thousand in 2019[11] - Operating profit decreased dramatically by 90.4% to RMB 591,364 thousand from RMB 6,142,702 thousand in 2019[11] - Net profit for 2020 was RMB 1,231,941 thousand, a decline of 77.3% from RMB 5,438,061 thousand in 2019[11] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 1,203,777 thousand, down 77.9% from RMB 5,443,224 thousand in 2019[11] - The company reported an increase in operating expenses by 9.0% to RMB 5,050,086 thousand from RMB 4,631,365 thousand in 2019[11] - Asset impairment losses rose by 3.8% to RMB 10,625,363 thousand compared to RMB 10,233,200 thousand in 2019[11] Asset and Liability Management - Total assets reached RMB 1,037.96 billion, an increase of 1.6% compared to RMB 1,021.48 billion in 2019[13] - Total liabilities amounted to RMB 957.91 billion, growing by RMB 15.55 billion, or 1.7% year-on-year[27] - Total loans and advances amounted to RMB 547.06 billion, reflecting a growth of 19.7% from RMB 457.20 billion in 2019[13] - Total deposits increased to RMB 681.40 billion, up by 6.2% from RMB 641.43 billion in 2019[13] - The proportion of loans and advances to total assets rose to 52.7%, an increase of 7.9 percentage points from the beginning of the year[28] - The proportion of deposits to total liabilities increased to 71.1%, up 3 percentage points year-on-year[28] Credit Quality and Risk Management - Non-performing loan ratio rose to 3.26%, an increase of 1.51 percentage points from 1.75% in 2019[13] - The impairment provision for loans and advances increased to RMB 203.36 billion, up RMB 74.57 billion or 57.9% compared to the previous year, reflecting a cautious risk management approach amid economic pressures and the pandemic[93] - The bank's provisions for loan losses increased, with the provision coverage ratio rising by 0.9 percentage points to 3.72%[116] - The non-performing loan (NPL) amount reached RMB 17.83 billion, with an NPL ratio of 3.26%, an increase of 1.51 percentage points from the end of the previous year[117] Customer Base and Market Position - Retail customer base surpassed 20 million, indicating significant growth in customer acquisition[18] - The bank maintained a leading market share of 19.58% in corporate deposits in Shenyang, with a total of RMB 175.1 billion in deposits[138] - The bank's total loans and advances amounted to RMB 547.06 billion, an increase from RMB 457.20 billion in the previous year[118] Strategic Initiatives and Future Outlook - Future outlook and development strategy were discussed, focusing on market expansion and new product development[5.5] - The bank focused on supporting small and micro enterprises, enhancing financing services to address their challenges[18] - The bank's strategic vision emphasizes becoming a "good bank," focusing on supporting the real economy and local development[18] - The company plans to continue optimizing its asset structure and supporting the real economy, which may influence future financial performance[53] Operational Efficiency and Technology - The governance structure was improved with a new leadership team, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency[18] - The company implemented a structural transformation towards a distributed and open architecture, enhancing flexibility and innovation capabilities[166] - The company emphasized the integration of financial technology across all business processes to enhance user experience and operational efficiency[166] Awards and Recognition - The bank was ranked 143rd in the Global 1000 Banks list by The Banker magazine and 25th among Chinese banks[24] - The bank received multiple awards in 2020, including the "Best Retail Bank" and "Outstanding Retail Bank" accolades[24] Employee and Operational Expenses - Employee compensation expenses rose to RMB 2.83 billion, an increase of RMB 0.37 billion or 15.1% year-on-year, driven by an increase in employee numbers and salary adjustments[72] - Operating expenses increased to RMB 5.05 billion, up RMB 0.42 billion or 9.0% year-on-year, with a cost-to-income ratio of 29.76%, an increase of 8.45 percentage points[70] Digital Banking and Customer Engagement - Online banking customers reached 655,000, with a transaction amount of RMB 71.980 billion, while corporate online banking customers increased by 31% to 41,800, with a transaction amount of RMB 2,107.39 billion[162] - Mobile banking customers totaled 2.7471 million, with a transaction amount of RMB 350.439 billion, marking a 643% increase year-on-year[163] - The bank's credit card center issued a total of 1.5851 million cards, an increase of 481,600 cards or 43.6% compared to the beginning of the year[154] Compliance and Risk Management - Compliance risk management has been strengthened, with a focus on adhering to legal and regulatory requirements, and a comprehensive rectification of various operational aspects has been implemented[180] - The bank has enhanced its liquidity asset reserves and diversified its asset portfolio to increase the safety buffer against liquidity risks[177] - The bank has implemented a country risk management system, ensuring real-time identification and monitoring of country-specific risks across all cross-border asset operations[184]