Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Insights - The report highlights a "strong deposit, weak loan" characteristic in the opening month of the year [4] - In January 2026, new social financing increased by 7.2 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 166.2 billion yuan, with a balance growth of 8.2% [4][5] - New RMB loans in January 2026 amounted to 4.7 trillion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 420 billion yuan, with a balance growth of 6.1% [4][5] - The report indicates that consumer demand has shown some recovery, particularly in short-term loans, but overall consumer credit demand may remain pessimistic throughout the year [1][2] Summary by Sections Credit Overview - Entity credit remained stable, with a significant reduction in bill financing [1] - Retail loans saw an increase of 456.5 billion yuan in January, with short-term loans contributing 109.7 billion yuan [1] - Corporate loans totaled 4.5 trillion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 330 billion yuan, influenced by a substitution effect between short-term loans and bill financing [2] Social Financing - Government bonds contributed significantly to social financing, with new issuance of 976.4 billion yuan in January, a year-on-year increase of 283.1 billion yuan [5] - The report notes a trend of "deposit migration," with non-bank deposits reaching 36 trillion yuan, accounting for 10.7% of total deposits [5] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends a "New Momentum Portfolio" including banks like Nanjing Bank, Shanghai Bank, and others, highlighting their potential for value recovery [3][5] - It emphasizes the importance of high-dividend bank stocks in the current environment, suggesting that banks with new growth drivers may achieve greater value restoration [5]

Group 1 - The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration have conducted an assessment for the 2025 systemically important banks, identifying 21 domestic banks as systemically important, including 6 state-owned commercial banks, 10 joint-stock commercial banks, and 5 city commercial banks [1][3] - The list aims to establish a comprehensive macro-prudential management system and strengthen the regulation of systemically important financial institutions [2] Group 2 - Systemically important banks in China are categorized into five groups based on their importance scores, with the first group consisting of 11 banks, the second group having 4 banks, the third group with 2 banks, the fourth group containing 4 banks, and no banks in the fifth group [3] - The People's Bank of China plans to enhance the combined effect of macro-prudential management and micro-prudential regulation, continuing to solidify additional supervision for systemically important banks to promote their safe and sound operation and better serve the high-quality development of the real economy [3]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Insights - The report highlights a "strong deposit, weak loan" characteristic in the opening month of the year [4] - In January 2026, new social financing increased by 7.2 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 166.2 billion yuan, with a balance growth of 8.2% [4][5] - New RMB loans in January 2026 amounted to 4.7 trillion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 420 billion yuan, with a balance growth of 6.1% [4][5] - The report indicates that consumer demand has shown some recovery, particularly in short-term loans, but overall consumer credit demand may remain pessimistic throughout the year [1][2] Summary by Sections Credit Overview - Entity credit remained stable, with a significant reduction in bill financing [1] - Retail loans added 456.5 billion yuan in January, a year-on-year increase of 12.7 billion yuan [1] - Corporate loans added 4.5 trillion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 330 billion yuan, primarily due to a reduction in bill financing [2] Social Financing - Government bonds contributed significantly to social financing, with new issuance of 976.4 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 283.1 billion yuan [5] - The report notes a trend of "deposit migration," with non-bank deposits reaching 36 trillion yuan, accounting for 10.7% of total deposits [5] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends a "New Momentum Portfolio" including banks such as Nanjing Bank, Shanghai Bank, and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, highlighting their potential for value recovery [3][5] - It emphasizes the importance of high-dividend bank stocks as having allocation value amid steady declines in credit growth [5]

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs) in major state-owned banks marks a significant shift in compliance management, emphasizing the importance of compliance at the highest management level [1][2][6]. Group 1: Establishment of Chief Compliance Officers - On February 13, Agricultural Bank of China and Bank of China announced the appointment of their respective CCOs, with the positions held by the banks' presidents [1][2]. - This move signifies the formal establishment of CCOs in major state-owned banks, replacing the previous supervisory board system that has been in place for over 20 years [2]. - The appointment of CCOs by bank presidents is seen as a way to elevate compliance responsibilities to the highest management level, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization [2][8]. Group 2: Regulatory Background - The "Compliance Management Measures" issued by the Financial Regulatory Authority came into effect on March 1, 2025, with a one-year transition period that is nearing its end [4][5]. - As of February 13, 21 out of 42 A-share listed banks have appointed CCOs, while half of the banks have yet to finalize their appointments [7]. Group 3: Industry Trends and Practices - Many listed banks are following suit in appointing CCOs, with recent announcements from Qilu Bank, Shanghai Bank, and Everbright Bank regarding their CCO appointments [3]. - Approximately half of the banks have adopted a model where senior executives, particularly bank presidents, serve as CCOs, which is prevalent among state-owned banks and some city commercial banks [7][8]. - The practice of having senior executives serve as CCOs is recommended to enhance the importance of compliance management and reduce operational costs associated with appointing separate compliance officers [8].

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China has conducted an assessment of systemically important banks for 2025, identifying 21 domestic banks categorized into five groups based on their systemic importance scores [1] Group 1: Assessment Overview - The assessment is part of a broader effort to establish a comprehensive macro-prudential management system and strengthen the regulation of systemically important financial institutions [1] - The evaluation was carried out in collaboration with the National Financial Regulatory Administration [1] Group 2: Classification of Banks - A total of 21 banks were recognized as systemically important, including 6 state-owned commercial banks, 10 joint-stock commercial banks, and 5 city commercial banks [1] - The banks are divided into five groups based on their systemic importance scores: - Group 1: 11 banks including China Minsheng Bank, China Everbright Bank, Ping An Bank, Huaxia Bank, Ningbo Bank, Jiangsu Bank, Beijing Bank, Nanjing Bank, Guangfa Bank, Zheshang Bank, and Shanghai Bank [1] - Group 2: 4 banks including Industrial Bank, China CITIC Bank, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, and China Postal Savings Bank [1] - Group 3: 2 banks including Bank of Communications and China Merchants Bank [1] - Group 4: 4 banks including Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Bank of China, China Construction Bank, and Agricultural Bank of China [1] - Group 5: No banks were classified in this group [1]

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration have conducted an assessment of systemically important banks for 2025, identifying 21 domestic banks categorized into five groups based on their systemic importance scores [1]. Group 1: Assessment of Systemically Important Banks - A total of 21 banks have been recognized as systemically important, including 6 state-owned commercial banks, 10 joint-stock commercial banks, and 5 city commercial banks [1]. - The banks are divided into five groups based on their systemic importance scores, with the first group containing 11 banks, the second group 4 banks, the third group 2 banks, the fourth group 4 banks, and the fifth group having no banks [1]. Group 2: Breakdown of Banks by Group - **First Group (11 banks)**: Includes China Minsheng Bank, China Everbright Bank, Ping An Bank, Huaxia Bank, Ningbo Bank, Jiangsu Bank, Beijing Bank, Nanjing Bank, Guangfa Bank, Zheshang Bank, and Shanghai Bank [1]. - **Second Group (4 banks)**: Includes Industrial Bank, China CITIC Bank, Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, and China Postal Savings Bank [1]. - **Third Group (2 banks)**: Includes Bank of Communications and China Merchants Bank [1]. - **Fourth Group (4 banks)**: Includes Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Bank of China, China Construction Bank, and Agricultural Bank of China [1]. - **Fifth Group**: No banks are included in this group [1]. Group 3: Future Regulatory Actions - The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration will implement additional regulatory measures for systemically important banks according to the "Regulations on Additional Supervision of Systemically Important Banks (Trial)" [1]. - The aim is to enhance the synergy between macro-prudential management and micro-prudential supervision, ensuring the safe and sound operation of systemically important banks and better supporting the high-quality development of the real economy [1].

Group 1 - The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration have conducted an assessment for the 2025 systemically important banks, identifying 21 domestic banks, including 6 state-owned commercial banks, 10 joint-stock commercial banks, and 5 city commercial banks [3][4]. - The list aims to establish a comprehensive macro-prudential management system and strengthen the regulation of systemically important financial institutions [4]. - Systemically important banks are categorized into five groups based on their importance scores, with the first group including 11 banks such as China Minsheng Bank and China Everbright Bank, and the fourth group including major banks like Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Bank of China [5]. Group 2 - The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration will enhance the combined efforts of macro-prudential management and micro-prudential regulation to solidify additional supervision of systemically important banks, promoting their safe and sound operation to better serve the high-quality development of the real economy [5].

Core Viewpoint - The meeting between Jiangsu Province Governor Liu Xiaotao and Agricultural Bank of China President Wang Zhiheng emphasizes the importance of financial support for Jiangsu's high-quality development and modernization efforts, highlighting the collaboration between the bank and the province in various sectors [1]. Group 1: Economic Development - Liu Xiaotao introduced Jiangsu's economic and social development, focusing on implementing Xi Jinping's important speeches and provincial meeting directives to build a modern industrial system [1]. - The province aims to accelerate the development of new productive forces and maintain leadership in high-quality development [1]. Group 2: Financial Support and Collaboration - The Agricultural Bank of China has a strong foundation and broad cooperation space in Jiangsu, actively supporting rural revitalization and the real economy [1]. - Liu Xiaotao encouraged the bank to enhance its role as a financial "national team," increasing support for transportation, energy, water conservancy, and municipal sectors, while focusing on providing credit resources to real enterprises [1]. - Wang Zhiheng expressed gratitude for Jiangsu's support and committed to improving service quality for the real economy and agriculture, contributing to the province's development goals [1].

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration released the list of systemically important banks for 2025, identifying 21 domestic banks, including 6 state-owned commercial banks, 10 joint-stock commercial banks, and 5 city commercial banks [1][3]. Group 1: Systemically Important Banks - The 2025 list categorizes banks into five groups based on their systemic importance scores, with the first group containing 11 banks, including China Minsheng Bank, China Everbright Bank, Ping An Bank, Huaxia Bank, Ningbo Bank, Jiangsu Bank, Beijing Bank, Nanjing Bank, Guangfa Bank, Zheshang Bank, and Shanghai Bank [3]. - Zheshang Bank is newly included in the first group, becoming the 10th joint-stock commercial bank recognized [1]. - Industrial Bank has moved from the third group to the second group, indicating a change in its systemic importance [1]. Group 2: Regulatory Framework - Systemically important banks are subject to additional capital requirements based on their group classification, with the first group requiring a 0.25% additional capital, increasing to 1.5% for the fourth group [3]. - These banks must also meet additional leverage ratio requirements, which are set at 50% of the additional capital requirements, to be satisfied by Tier 1 capital [3]. - The regulatory bodies emphasize the importance of macro-prudential management and micro-prudential supervision to ensure the safe and sound operation of systemically important banks, thereby supporting the high-quality development of the real economy [3].

中国农业银行股份有限公司董事会及全体董事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈述或者重 大遗漏，并对其内容的真实性、准确性和完整性承担法律责任。 中国农业银行股份有限公司（以下简称"本行"）董事会于2026年1月26日以书面形式发出会议通知，于 2026年2月13日在北京以现场方式召开会议。会议应出席董事15名，亲自出席董事15名。会议召开符合 法律法规、《中国农业银行股份有限公司章程》（以下简称"《公司章程》"）及《中国农业银行股份有 限公司董事会议事规则》的规定。 会议由谷澍董事长主持，审议并通过了以下议案： 一、中国农业银行股份有限公司2026年度固定资产投资预算安排 议案表决情况：有效表决票15票，同意15票，反对0票，弃权0票。 本议案尚需提交本行股东会审议通过。 二、聘任王志恒先生兼任中国农业银行股份有限公司首席合规官 王志恒先生与审议事项存在利害关系，回避表决。 议案表决情况：有效表决票14票，同意14票，反对0票，弃权0票。 本议案已经本行董事会提名与薪酬委员会审议通过，同意聘任王志恒先生兼任本行首席合规官。 独立董事发表如下意见：经核查相关文件并沟通了解，我们认为，聘任王志恒先生兼任本行 ...