Core Viewpoint - The mid-term dividend distribution among listed banks is progressing steadily, with half of the banks having completed their 2025 mid-year dividend payouts, characterized by an earlier distribution schedule and an increase in dividend rates [1] Group 1: State-owned Banks - The five major state-owned banks, including Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Agricultural Bank of China, Bank of China, China Construction Bank, and Bank of Communications, successfully completed their mid-term dividend payouts in December, distributing a total of 189.885 billion yuan to shareholders [3] - Bank of Communications announced a cash dividend of 0.1563 yuan per share (including tax) on December 25, totaling 13.811 billion yuan [3] - Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Agricultural Bank of China initiated their mid-term dividends on December 15, with Industrial Bank distributing 0.1414 yuan per share (approximately 50.396 billion yuan) and Agricultural Bank distributing 0.1195 yuan per share (approximately 41.823 billion yuan) [3] - China Construction Bank and Bank of China completed their payouts on December 11, with China Construction Bank distributing 0.1858 yuan per share (approximately 48.605 billion yuan) and Bank of China distributing 0.1094 yuan per share (approximately 35.250 billion yuan) [3] Group 2: Joint-stock and City Commercial Banks - Among the A-share joint-stock banks that have implemented mid-term dividends, CITIC Bank, Minsheng Bank, and Ping An Bank completed their payouts in August 2025, with total cash dividends of 10.461 billion yuan, 5.954 billion yuan, and 4.580 billion yuan respectively [4] - Additionally, 13 A-share listed city commercial banks and rural commercial banks completed their mid-term dividends for 2025, including Shanghai Bank and Nanjing Bank, with a total distribution exceeding 18.5 billion yuan [4] - According to Guotai Junan Securities, the dividend rates for most banks that have disclosed their plans for 2025 mid-term dividends are consistent with those of 2024, while six banks, including Suzhou, Minsheng, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Huaxia, and CITIC, have increased their rates by 0.9 to 4.5 percentage points compared to 2024 [4] Group 3: Upcoming Dividend Plans - Postal Savings Bank plans to distribute 1.230 yuan (including tax) for every 10 ordinary shares, totaling approximately 14.8 billion yuan [4] - Industrial Bank intends to distribute 5.65 yuan (including tax) for every 10 shares, amounting to 11.957 billion yuan [4] - China Merchants Bank has confirmed that its mid-term cash dividend distribution will occur between January and February 2026, with a distribution ratio of 35% [4]

Group 1 - Over 3,700 listed companies have implemented cash dividends this year, with a total amount of 2.64 trillion yuan, setting a new historical record [1] - The top three companies by dividend amount are Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) with 160.169 billion yuan, China Construction Bank with 149.359 billion yuan, and Agricultural Bank of China with 126.484 billion yuan [3] - China Mobile and Bank of China also exceeded 100 billion yuan in dividends, ranking fourth and fifth respectively [3] Group 2 - The demand for high dividend and strong cash flow assets is increasing due to low interest rates and asset scarcity, highlighting their investment value [3] - The distribution of companies with dividends exceeding 10 billion yuan is concentrated in the banking, telecommunications, and oil sectors, with some industries significantly increasing their dividend levels [3] - Coal companies are expected to continue raising their dividend levels, with China Shenhua planning to maintain a minimum cash dividend ratio of 65% from 2025 to 2027 [3]

Core Viewpoint - The Shantou branch of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) is actively implementing national policies to stabilize the economy and promote consumption, providing comprehensive financial support to invigorate the consumer market [1] Group 1: Financial Support for Consumption - ICBC Shantou has seen credit card loans and installment payments grow by approximately 120 million yuan by the end of September 2025 compared to the beginning of the year, demonstrating the effectiveness of its financial measures to promote consumption [1] - The bank has launched promotional campaigns such as "Gongxiang" and "Aigou" to embed discounts into everyday life, including a summer electricity bill subsidy and fuel discounts, saving over 150,000 yuan for drivers [3] Group 2: Housing and Real Estate Support - Over the past five years, ICBC Shantou has issued more than 17 billion yuan in housing loans, supporting the housing needs of many families [6] - The bank has implemented a seamless transaction process for second-hand housing and partnered with the local housing fund management center to offer better credit services for contributors, with a total of 980 million yuan in second-hand housing loans issued this year [10] Group 3: Tourism and Cultural Consumption - The bank is extending its services to the tourism sector, particularly in Nanao Island, which attracts over 6 million visitors annually, to create a more appealing tourism consumption ecosystem [11] - ICBC Shantou has introduced a ticketing system for concerts and anime exhibitions, providing discounts for young consumers and enhancing cultural consumption experiences [14] Group 4: Digital Financial Integration - The bank is promoting the integration of digital finance with consumption scenarios, focusing on smart dining and tourism, and has launched 30 smart dining projects and 232 effective smart dining merchants since 2025 [17] - ICBC Shantou aims to develop more intelligent service scenarios and activities that are closely aligned with citizens' lives, enhancing the overall consumer experience [17]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content 2. Core View of the Report - From December 22 to December 26, 2025, the issuance volume of credit bonds increased month - on - month, and the credit spreads of various industries showed mixed trends [1] 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Primary Market 3.1.1 Issuance Statistics - During the week from December 22 to December 26, 2025, 267 credit bonds were issued, with a total issuance scale of 427.702 billion yuan, a month - on - month increase of 15.42%. Among them, 117 industrial bonds were issued, with a scale of 219.258 billion yuan (a 34.26% month - on - month increase, accounting for 51.26% of the total); 110 urban investment bonds were issued, with a scale of 71.364 billion yuan (an 18.87% month - on - month decrease, accounting for 16.69% of the total); 40 financial bonds were issued, with a scale of 137.08 billion yuan (a 14.92% month - on - month increase, accounting for 32.05% of the total) [1][11] - The average issuance term of credit bonds this week was 2.74 years. The average issuance term of industrial bonds was 2.36 years, urban investment bonds was 3.25 years, and financial bonds was 2.35 years [1][14] - The average issuance coupon rate of credit bonds this week was 2.26%. The average issuance coupon rate of industrial bonds was 2.12%, urban investment bonds was 2.41%, and financial bonds was 2.23% [2][19] 3.1.2 Cancellation of Issuance Statistics - Five credit bonds were cancelled for issuance this week [2][23] 3.2 Secondary Market 3.2.1 Credit Spread Tracking - By industry, in the Shenwan primary industries, the largest upward movement of the AAA - rated industry credit spread was in the pharmaceutical and biological industry (up 5.1BP), and the largest downward movement was in the real estate industry (down 1.3BP); the largest upward movement of the AA + - rated industry credit spread was in the household appliances industry (up 6.4BP), and the largest downward movement was in the textile and clothing industry (down 9.8BP); the largest upward movement of the AA - rated industry credit spread was in the building materials industry (up 11BP), and the largest downward movement was in the commercial trade industry (down 1BP) [3] - By region for urban investment bonds, this week, the largest upward movement of the AAA - rated credit spread was in Gansu (up 8.7BP), and the largest downward movement was in Jilin (down 2.9BP); the largest upward movement of the AA + - rated credit spread was in Liaoning (up 6.7BP), and the largest downward movement was in Fujian (down 3.2BP); the largest upward movement of the AA - rated credit spread was in Jiangxi (up 4.5BP), and the largest downward movement was in Anhui (down 3.3BP) [3] 3.2.2 Trading Volume Statistics - The total trading volume of credit bonds was 1.782747 trillion yuan, a month - on - month increase of 28.47%. The top three in terms of trading volume were commercial bank bonds, corporate bonds, and medium - term notes. Specifically, the trading volume of commercial bank bonds was 630.894 billion yuan (a 38.88% month - on - month increase, accounting for 35.39% of the total); the trading volume of corporate bonds was 521.309 billion yuan (a 15.93% month - on - month increase, accounting for 29.24% of the total); the trading volume of medium - term notes was 347.636 billion yuan (a 40.63% month - on - month increase, accounting for 19.50% of the total) [4][28] 3.2.3 Actively Traded Bonds This Week - According to DM client data, the top 20 urban investment bonds, industrial bonds, and financial bonds in terms of trading volume this week are provided for investors' reference [30]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent trend of mid-term dividends among listed banks in China, highlighting the significant cash distributions made by state-owned banks and the increasing participation of smaller banks in dividend payouts [1][2][3]. Group 1: Mid-term Dividends Overview - As of December 26, 21 A-share listed banks have implemented mid-term dividends, totaling nearly 230 billion yuan, with an observed trend of earlier dividend announcements and increased payout ratios [2]. - State-owned banks are the primary contributors to mid-term dividends, with five major banks distributing a total of approximately 189.89 billion yuan in cash dividends [3]. - The Agricultural Bank of China and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China led the mid-term dividend payouts, with 41.82 billion yuan and 50.40 billion yuan respectively [3]. Group 2: Participation of Smaller Banks - More small and medium-sized banks are joining the mid-term dividend trend, with 13 local listed banks announcing their plans, collectively distributing over 18.5 billion yuan [6]. - Qilu Bank and Zijin Bank have recently disclosed their mid-term dividend plans, with Qilu Bank proposing a payout of 0.121 yuan per share, totaling 745 million yuan [6]. - The trend indicates that many banks are maintaining or increasing their dividend payout ratios compared to the previous year, with some banks showing increases of 0.9% to 4.5% [6]. Group 3: Future Dividend Plans - Postal Savings Bank has outlined a clear plan for mid-term dividends, proposing a payout of 1.23 yuan per 10 shares, amounting to approximately 14.8 billion yuan, which represents 30% of its net profit [4]. - China Merchants Bank has indicated that its mid-term cash dividend distribution will occur between January and February 2026, with a proposed payout ratio of 35% [6]. - Several other banks, including Industrial Bank and Everbright Bank, have also announced their mid-term dividend plans, with payout ratios exceeding 25% [5].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No information provided regarding the industry investment rating in the report 2. Core View of the Report - The report presents a weekly data tracking of secondary - capital bonds from December 22, 2025, to December 26, 2025, covering primary - market issuance, secondary - market trading, and valuation deviation of individual bonds [1] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Primary - Market Issuance - During the week from December 22, 2025, to December 26, 2025, 8 new secondary - capital bonds were issued in the inter - bank and exchange markets, with a total issuance scale of 53.15 billion yuan. The issuance term was 10 years, and the issuers included local state - owned enterprises, private enterprises, other enterprises, and central financial enterprises. The issuer regions were Sichuan, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Beijing, and Hunan, and the subject ratings were AA +, AA -, A +, and AAA [1] 3.2 Secondary - Market Trading - **Trading Volume**: The total weekly trading volume of secondary - capital bonds was approximately 272.9 billion yuan, a decrease of 1 billion yuan compared to the previous week. The top three bonds in terms of trading volume were 25 Bank of China Secondary Capital Bond 03A(BC) (19.41 billion yuan), 25 China Construction Bank Secondary Capital Bond 03BC (9.691 billion yuan), and 25 Bank of China Secondary Capital Bond 01BC (8.304 billion yuan). By issuer region, the top three in trading volume were Beijing (about 217.1 billion yuan), Shanghai (about 19.3 billion yuan), and Guangdong (about 10 billion yuan) [2] - **Yield to Maturity**: As of December 26, for 5Y secondary - capital bonds, the yield - to - maturity changes of AAA -, AA +, and AA - rated bonds compared to the previous week were 1.19BP, 0.00BP, and 0.00BP respectively; for 7Y bonds, the changes were - 1.05BP, - 1.52BP, and - 1.52BP; for 10Y bonds, the changes were - 1.92BP, - 0.95BP, and - 0.95BP [2] 3.3 Valuation Deviation of Top 30 Individual Bonds - **Overall Situation**: The overall valuation deviation of the weekly average trading price of secondary - capital bonds was not significant. The proportion of discount transactions was less than that of premium transactions, but the discount magnitude was greater than the premium magnitude [3] - **Discount Bonds**: The top three bonds with the highest discount rates were 22 Shengjing Bank Secondary Capital Bond 01 (- 0.5385%), 24 Chang'an Bank Secondary Capital Bond 01 (- 0.4596%), and 25 Jilin Bank Secondary Capital Bond 01 (- 0.3868%). The Zhongzheng implied ratings were mainly AAA -, AA, and AA +, and the regions were mainly Beijing, Tianjin, and Guangdong [3] - **Premium Bonds**: The top three bonds with the highest premium rates were 23 Huaxing Bank Secondary Capital Bond 01 (0.3868%), 22 China Construction Bank Secondary Capital Bond 02B (0.2792%), and 23 Bank of China Secondary Capital Bond 01B (0.2319%). The Zhongzheng implied ratings were mainly AAA -, AA, and AA -, and the regions were mainly Beijing, Shanghai, and Sichuan [3]

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Core Viewpoint - The wave of mergers and restructuring among China's small and medium-sized banks has progressed with unexpected intensity and speed, focusing on financial risk prevention and high-quality industry development in 2025 [1][2]. Summary by Sections Mergers and Restructuring Overview - As of December 26, 2025, a total of 394 banking institutions have been approved for mergers or dissolutions, doubling the total from 2024 [1]. - Between 2024 and 2025, nearly 550 banking institutions were reduced through mergers and restructuring, surpassing the total from the previous seven years [1]. - The restructuring involved 28 provinces, with Inner Mongolia leading by integrating 139 institutions, followed by Shandong (33), Henan (26), and Sichuan (25) [1][9]. Characteristics of the Restructuring - The 2025 restructuring is characterized by two significant trends: the involvement of state-owned banks in "village-to-branch" transformations and the acceleration of provincial-level reforms in the rural credit system [2]. - This transformation is not merely a reduction in numbers but a comprehensive change across various types of institutions, moving towards a quality-driven development phase [2]. Regulatory and Policy Framework - The central financial work conference in 2024 emphasized the need to "properly handle risks in small financial institutions," placing them alongside local debts and real estate as key areas for financial risk prevention [4]. - The regulatory focus has been on risk prevention and resolution, with tailored reform plans developed for different regions [5]. Achievements and Progress - The reform efforts have led to a significant increase in the disposal of non-performing assets, with over a 40% increase compared to the previous five-year period [5]. - The number of high-risk small and medium-sized banks has significantly decreased, with some provinces achieving a "dynamic zero" for high-risk institutions [6]. Integration of Institutions - The integration process has seen state-owned banks actively participating in the restructuring of village banks, providing stronger support for their transformation [11]. - By the end of 2025, 231 village banks had merged or dissolved, with a notable acceleration in the second half of the year [12]. Future Outlook - The ongoing restructuring is expected to continue, with a focus on enhancing the quality and effectiveness of the integration process [17]. - The emphasis on "reducing quantity and improving quality" will remain a core theme in the upcoming years, as the industry transitions to a more stable and effective phase [17].

Core Insights - The wave of mergers and restructuring among China's small and medium-sized banks has progressed with unexpected intensity and speed, focusing on financial risk prevention and high-quality industry development as the core themes of the year [1][2]. Summary by Sections Mergers and Restructuring - As of December 26, 2025, a total of 394 banking institutions were approved to exit the market through mergers and dissolutions, doubling the total from 2024 [1][7]. - Between 2024 and 2025, nearly 550 banking institutions were reduced through mergers and restructuring, surpassing the total from the previous seven years [1]. - The restructuring involved 28 provinces, with Inner Mongolia leading by integrating 139 institutions, followed by Shandong (33), Henan (26), and others [1][9]. Characteristics of the Restructuring - The integration of small and medium-sized banks in 2025 is characterized by two significant trends: the involvement of state-owned banks in "village-to-branch" transformations and the acceleration of provincial-level reforms in the rural credit system [1][15]. - The core entities in the restructuring are village banks (231), followed by rural commercial banks (81) and rural credit cooperatives (71) [12]. Policy and Regulatory Framework - The central financial work conference in 2024 emphasized the need to "properly handle risks in small financial institutions," placing them alongside local debts and real estate as key areas for financial risk prevention [3]. - The regulatory focus during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period has been on risk prevention and resolution for small financial institutions, with a commitment to personalized reform strategies based on regional differences [4]. Achievements and Future Directions - Significant progress has been made in risk resolution, with over 40% more non-performing asset disposals compared to the previous five-year period, and the total capital and provisions in the industry exceeding 50 trillion yuan [5]. - The government work report for 2025 outlined a market-oriented and legal approach to risk resolution and transformation of local small financial institutions [5]. Service Upgrades and Market Dynamics - The restructuring is not merely a reduction in numbers but aims to enhance the quality and efficiency of financial services, particularly for rural and small enterprises [19][20]. - Merged institutions are expected to improve operational standards, risk resistance, and expand their service offerings through enhanced digital capabilities [19][20]. Long-term Outlook - The ongoing restructuring of small and medium-sized banks is anticipated to continue into 2026, with a focus on quality improvement and effective integration as the core theme [21].

Core Insights - Google ranks first, followed by Microsoft and Apple in the 2025 World Brand 500 list, with the United States leading with 184 brands, while China surpasses Japan with 50 brands, securing the third position globally [3][6]. Group 1: Brand Rankings - Google, Microsoft, and Apple are the top three brands in the 2025 World Brand 500 list [3][12]. - The United States has the highest representation with 184 brands, followed by France with 51, China with 50, Japan with 40, and the United Kingdom with 34 [6][12]. Group 2: Industry Representation - The automotive and parts industry leads with 33 brands, followed by the energy and food & beverage industries, each with 30 brands [4][5]. - The banking sector has 29 brands, while retail and computer & communications sectors each have 27 brands represented [4][5]. Group 3: Notable Chinese Brands - Key Chinese brands in the list include State Grid, Tencent, Haier, and ICBC, among others [7][8][9]. - The presence of Chinese brands has increased, with 50 brands listed, surpassing Japan's 40 brands [3][6]. Group 4: Impact of AI - The rise of generative AI is influencing brand creativity and expression, presenting both opportunities and challenges in the branding landscape [3][4].