Financial Performance - The bank reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 18,379 million for 2024, an increase from HKD 17,848 million in 2023, representing a growth of 3%[10] - The bank's operating profit for 2024 was HKD 21,558 million, up from HKD 19,946 million in 2023, reflecting a growth of 8%[10] - The bank's earnings per share increased to HKD 9.33 in 2024 from HKD 8.97 in 2023, reflecting a growth of 4%[10] - Profit before tax rose by 5% year-on-year to HKD 21.014 billion, and earnings attributable to shareholders increased by 3% to HKD 18.379 billion[40] - The company's total revenue for 2024 was HKD 41.54 billion, up from HKD 40.82 billion in 2023[59] Asset and Capital Management - The bank's total assets increased to HKD 1,795,196 million in 2024 from HKD 1,692,094 million in 2023, marking a growth of approximately 6%[11] - The bank's common equity tier 1 capital ratio was 17.7% in 2024, slightly down from 18.1% in 2023, indicating a stable capital position[11] - Shareholders' equity grew by HKD 10 billion, or 1%, from HKD 168.1 billion in 2023 to HKD 169.5 billion in 2024[106] - The bank's financial investments increased from HKD 405.8 billion in 2023 to HKD 541.2 billion in 2024, a growth of 33.3%[98] Income Sources - Non-interest income increased by 26% year-on-year, reaching HKD 10.753 billion, improving its share of total operating income from 21% in 2023 to 26% in 2024[38] - Wealth management income grew by 22% year-on-year, contributing to the overall non-interest income growth[31] - The bank's life insurance-related income rose by 17% to HKD 3.119 billion, driven by increased insurance service income[39] - The bank's commercial banking net operating income decreased by 4% to HKD 10.226 billion, while non-interest income grew by 9%[50] Loan and Deposit Trends - The bank's net interest income decreased by 5% to HKD 30.784 billion due to weak loan demand and interest rate cuts expected in the second half of 2024[39] - Customer loans (net of expected credit loss provisions) decreased by HKD 41 billion, or 5%, to HKD 819 billion[97] - Customer deposits increased by HKD 86 billion, or 7%, from HKD 1,180.6 billion in 2023 to HKD 1,267.0 billion in 2024[103] - The loan-to-deposit ratio improved from 72.9% in 2023 to 64.7% in 2024, indicating a stronger liquidity position[104] Risk Management - The bank's risk management framework emphasizes a culture of risk awareness and accountability across all levels of the organization[112] - The risk management tools include processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring, managing, and reporting risks to maintain them within acceptable levels[121] - The group conducts extensive stress testing to assess the impact of severe adverse events on financial stability and to enhance regulatory confidence[126] - The company has identified geopolitical and macroeconomic risks as primary emerging risks for 2024, particularly due to uncertainties surrounding the upcoming elections and changes in U.S. domestic and foreign policies[132] Credit Risk and Expected Credit Loss - The expected credit loss changes decreased by HKD 1.475 billion, or 24%, to HKD 4.773 billion, mainly due to reduced provisions for wholesale loan customers[73] - The total amount of loans classified under Stage 3, which indicates objective evidence of impairment, is 51,009 million, with an expected credit loss provision of 9,764 million, leading to a coverage ratio of 38.03%[189] - The expected credit loss coverage ratios for Stage 1, Stage 2, and Stage 3 loans are 0.06%, 2.84%, and 19.14% respectively, indicating a significant increase in credit risk as loans progress through the stages[189] - The company has measures in place for loans in financial difficulty, including modifications to repayment terms, which may classify loans as impaired[177] Strategic Initiatives - The bank plans to strengthen its cross-border business to better meet the banking service needs of retail and corporate clients in response to new economic policies in Hong Kong and mainland China[23] - The bank launched a HKD 33 billion SME Power Up financing fund to support local SMEs and an HKD 80 billion sustainable development financing fund for green transformation projects[36] - The company is focused on sustainable financing solutions to assist clients in transitioning to low-carbon operations[55] Customer Engagement and Digital Transformation - The bank serves nearly 4 million customers, leveraging its award-winning mobile banking application and extensive physical network of over 250 service points in Hong Kong[7] - Active users of mobile wealth management and online banking grew by 24% and 6% year-on-year, respectively[54] - The number of new retail accounts opened by mainland customers surged by 81% year-on-year[32] Market and Economic Outlook - Economic growth is expected to continue in major markets like the U.S. and U.K. in the second half of 2024, driven by expansionary fiscal and monetary policies[138] - The outlook for 2025 remains uncertain due to potential significant changes in U.S. economic and foreign policies, which could impact global economic growth and inflation forecasts[139] - The real estate market in mainland China and Hong Kong remains sluggish despite multiple government policies aimed at supporting recovery, with no significant signs of revival observed[140]

一份載有（其中包括）建議修訂摘要及召開股東會的通告之通函，將連同 2024 年 年報一併發送予股東。 恒生銀行有限公司（「本行」）董事會（「董事會」）宣佈，董事會已審議並批准 對本行現行章程細則（「該章程細則」）的建議修訂（「建議修訂」），並通過採 納一套新章程細則（「新章程細則」），完全取代該章程細則，以將所有建議修訂 納入並整合。 本行董事會建議採納新章程細則，旨在(a)使該章程細則符合將於2025年4月17日 實施的《2025 年公司 ( 修訂 ) 條例》的規定，並允許本行於庫存中持有回購的股 份及出售庫存股份，及採用默示同意機制，以網站方式發佈公司通訊；(b)使該章 程細則符合於2023年12月31日生效的《香港聯合交易所有限公司證券上市規則》 內經擴大無紙化上市機制及上市發行人須以電子方式發佈公司通訊的規定以及相關 修訂；及(c)於該章程細則中納入其他內務管理修訂。本行董事會建議通過採納新 章程細則的方式，完全取代該章程細則，以納入建議修訂。 建議修訂及採納新章程細則須在本行於2025年5月8日（星期四）舉行之股東周年 常會（「股東會」）上獲本行股東（「股東」）以特別議決案方式批准後，方可作 實。 ...

Core Insights - The article compares Hang Seng Bank Ltd. (HSNGY) and Commonwealth Bank of Australia Sponsored ADR (CMWAY) to determine which stock offers better value for investors [1] Group 1: Zacks Rank and Earnings Outlook - Hang Seng Bank Ltd. has a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), indicating a positive earnings outlook, while Commonwealth Bank of Australia has a Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) [3] - The Zacks Rank system emphasizes companies with positive earnings estimate revisions, suggesting that HSNGY is likely experiencing an improvement in its earnings outlook [3][7] Group 2: Valuation Metrics - HSNGY has a forward P/E ratio of 12.25, significantly lower than CMWAY's forward P/E of 24.63, indicating that HSNGY may be undervalued [5] - The PEG ratio for HSNGY is 5.65, while CMWAY's PEG ratio is 7.94, further suggesting that HSNGY offers better value based on expected EPS growth [5] - HSNGY's P/B ratio is 1.16 compared to CMWAY's P/B of 3.29, reinforcing the notion that HSNGY is undervalued relative to its book value [6] - Based on these valuation metrics, HSNGY earns a Value grade of B, while CMWAY receives a Value grade of F [6]

Group 1: Hang Seng Bank (HSNGY) - Hang Seng Bank is one of Hong Kong's largest listed companies by market capitalization [1] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased by 5.8% over the last 60 days [1] - The company has a dividend yield of 11.2%, significantly higher than the industry average of 3.7% [1] Group 2: PennantPark Floating Rate Capital (PFLT) - PennantPark Floating Rate Capital is a closed-end, externally managed, and non-diversified investment company [2] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased nearly 4.7% over the last 60 days [2] - The company offers a dividend yield of 11.2%, compared to the industry average of 3.2% [2] Group 3: Plains All American Pipeline (PAA) - Plains All American Pipeline is a master limited partnership involved in the transportation, storage, and marketing of crude oil and natural gas [3] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its current year earnings has increased nearly 10.1% over the last 60 days [3] - The company has a dividend yield of 7.7%, which is higher than the industry average of 5.5% [3]

股份代號： 11（港幣櫃台）及 80011（人民幣櫃台） 環境、社會及管治報告 2024 重要聲明及互聯網私隱政策聲明 © 恒生銀行有限公司 滙豐集團成員 概覽 環境 社會 管治 附錄 恒生銀行 環境、社會及管治報告 2024 2 目錄 14 環境 32 社會 50 管治 概覽 社會 管治 附錄 （本文件乃中文譯本，文義如與英文版有歧異，概以英文版為準。） 52 制定高標準的管治 54 客戶體驗 56 誠信、操守及公平 62 保護資料 65 關於本報告 69 關鍵指標 — 表現數據摘要 77 核實聲明 概覽 環境 社會 管治 附錄 恒生銀行 環境、社會及管治報告 2024 3 摘要 環境 16 我們的過渡方針 20 支援客戶 24 融入淨零碳排放 3 摘要 5 董事會聲明 6 行政總裁的話 7 我們的ESG旅程 13 2024年關鍵摘要 34 我們的共融承諾 36 建立健康職場 39 提升技能、發展事業及 開拓機遇 42 建立客戶共融與復元力 46 與社區的互動 我們的環境、社會及管治（「ESG」）方針 環境 過渡至淨零 於2030年或之前，使自身 業務營運達至淨零排放1 ， 並為客戶提供多元化的氣候 金融產 ...

Financial Performance - The net operating income before expected credit loss changes and other credit impairment provisions for 2024 was HKD 41,537 million, an increase of 1.75% from HKD 40,822 million in 2023[6]. - Operating profit for 2024 reached HKD 21,558 million, up 8.0% from HKD 19,946 million in 2023[6]. - Profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 was HKD 18,379 million, representing a 2.97% increase from HKD 17,848 million in 2023[6]. - The average return on ordinary shareholders' equity remained stable at 11.3% for both 2024 and 2023[6]. - The cost-to-income ratio for 2024 was 36.6%, slightly higher than 35.8% in 2023[6]. - Earnings per share for 2024 increased to HKD 9.33 from HKD 8.97 in 2023, reflecting a growth of 4.02%[6]. - Pre-tax profit rose by 5% year-on-year to HKD 21.014 billion, with earnings per share growing by 4% to HKD 9.33[32]. - The bank's total operating expenses increased to HKD 15.193 billion from HKD 14.624 billion year-on-year[53]. Asset and Liability Management - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, were HKD 1,795,196 million, an increase from HKD 1,692,094 million in 2023[6]. - The bank's total liabilities for 2024 were HKD 1,625,600 million, compared to HKD 1,523,900 million in 2023[8]. - Customer loans decreased to $819,136 million in 2024 from $860,406 million in 2023, a decline of 4.8%[185]. - Financial investments increased significantly to $536,745 million in 2024 from $401,732 million in 2023, an increase of 33.6%[185]. - Customer deposits grew by HKD 86 billion, or 7%, to HKD 1,267 billion, with the loan-to-deposit ratio decreasing to 64.7% from 72.9%[101][102]. Income Sources - Non-interest income increased by 26% year-on-year, reaching HKD 10.753 billion, improving its share of total operating income from 21% in 2023 to 26% in 2024[30]. - Net interest income decreased by 5% due to weak market loan demand, with a net interest margin maintained at a healthy level of 2.20%[23]. - Life insurance-related income increased by 17% to HKD 31.19 billion, with insurance service income rising[31]. - Non-interest income in the global capital markets business grew by 33% to HKD 3.214 billion, with a 55% increase in net interest income[49]. Customer Growth and Engagement - The number of affluent customers grew by 15%, with new affluent customers increasing by 75% year-on-year[23]. - The number of new retail accounts from mainland customers increased significantly by 81% year-on-year[23]. - Active users of mobile wealth management and online banking increased by 24% and 6% year-on-year, respectively[45]. - The bank established 9 cross-border wealth management centers in major cities of the Greater Bay Area, with new account openings for mainland customers increasing by 81% year-on-year[80]. Risk Management - The bank's risk management framework is regularly reviewed by the board to ensure alignment with strategic objectives[106]. - The bank employs a three lines of defense model for risk management, with clear accountability and responsibilities defined[116]. - The bank's risk management approach includes proactive identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of risks[116]. - The company has identified geopolitical and macroeconomic risks as primary and emerging risks for 2024, particularly due to uncertainties surrounding the upcoming elections and subsequent government transitions in the U.S.[129]. Economic Outlook - The central scenario reflects lower economic growth expectations across major markets, with Hong Kong's GDP projected to grow by 1.7% in 2025[193]. - The unemployment rate in Hong Kong is forecasted to rise to 3.3% in 2025 and 3.7% in 2026, with China's unemployment rate expected to be 5.2% and 5.4% for the same years[198]. - Housing prices in Hong Kong are anticipated to decline by 0.5% in 2025 and 5.9% in China, with a gradual recovery expected in subsequent years[198]. - The commercial real estate sector in major markets is facing challenges, particularly in office space demand, leading to valuation declines[196].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Hang Seng Bank is maintained at NEUTRAL [1][2]. Core Views - The report highlights a narrowing net interest margin (NIM) and an increase in the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio, indicating potential challenges in profitability and asset quality [1][4][5]. Financial Performance Summary - For the year 2024, revenue, pre-provision operating profit, and net profit attributable to equity holders increased by +1.8%, +0.6%, and +3.0% respectively [4][14]. - The dividend per share rose from HKD 6.5 to HKD 6.8, marking a year-on-year increase of 4.6% [4][14]. - The return on assets (ROA) increased by 0.1 percentage points to 1.1%, while the return on equity (ROE) remained stable at 13.0% [4][14]. - The common equity tier 1 (CET1) ratio decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 17.7% [4][14]. Interest Income and Margin - The net interest margin for 2024 was reported at 2.20%, down by 10 basis points year-on-year [5][16]. - Net interest income decreased by 4.7% year-on-year, influenced by weak loan demand, which saw total loans decline by 4.8% [5][16]. Non-Interest Income - Non-interest income increased by 26.1% year-on-year, primarily driven by an 82.5% rise in trading gains [6][16]. - Net fee income grew by 8.0%, with retail investment fund income increasing by 39.5% [6][16]. Asset Quality - The non-performing loan ratio rose to 6.12%, an increase of 0.8 percentage points from the first half of 2024, attributed to cash flow pressures in the Hong Kong commercial real estate sector [5][16]. - The credit cost decreased by 13 basis points to 56 basis points, with the provision coverage ratio remaining stable at 1.56% [5][16]. Future Earnings Forecast - The forecast for net profit attributable to equity holders for 2025 is expected to decline by 8.8% year-on-year, followed by a recovery of 3.0% in 2026 [3][12]. - The target price for 2025 is set at HKD 101.38, based on a price-to-book ratio of 1.10 times [3][12].

Core Viewpoint - Hang Seng Bank Ltd. has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), indicating a positive outlook based on rising earnings estimates, which significantly influence stock prices [1][3]. Earnings Estimates and Stock Price Impact - The Zacks rating system emphasizes the importance of earnings estimate revisions, which are strongly correlated with near-term stock price movements [4][6]. - An increase in earnings estimates typically leads to higher fair value calculations by institutional investors, resulting in stock price movements [4]. Recent Performance and Projections - Hang Seng Bank is projected to earn $1.08 per share for the fiscal year ending December 2025, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 10% [8]. - Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Hang Seng Bank has increased by 5.9%, indicating a positive trend in earnings estimates [8]. Zacks Rating System Overview - The Zacks Rank system classifies stocks into five groups based on earnings estimates, with a strong historical performance, particularly for Zacks Rank 1 stocks, which have averaged a +25% annual return since 1988 [7]. - The upgrade of Hang Seng Bank to Zacks Rank 2 places it in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential for market-beating returns in the near term [10].

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準確性或完整性亦不 發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損 失承擔任何責任。 股份代號: 11（港幣櫃台）及80011（人民幣櫃台） 待本⾏2025年股東會結束後，鄭先生將接替利女士，並調任為董事⻑及提名委員 會主席。 鄭先生的委任使本⾏董事⻑繼任得以達成，並促使適當及平穩的過渡。董事會相 信，鄭先生於金融、商業及諮詢方面擁有深厚的本地及國際經驗，對董事會尤為寶 - 1 - 董事⻑之繼任 在本行董事會任職近11年後，利蘊蓮女士將於2025年5月本⾏舉⾏的股東周年常會 （「股東會」）結束後退任，不再出任本⾏獨立非執⾏董事及董事⻑職務，同時不 再出任提名委員會主席，以及審核委員會、風險委員會及薪酬委員會的成員，以便 有更多時間投入其他事務。 利女士已確認彼與董事會之間並無任何意見分歧，且就彼退任⼀事，亦無任何事項 需要通知本⾏股東。 董事會感謝利女士作出的卓越貢獻、明智建議和英明領導，帶領本⾏在經濟及經營 環境充滿挑戰的時期向前邁進。利女士致力不懈提升銀⾏的企業管治及以可持續的 方式 ...

| 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因 公告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責任。 | | | --- | --- | | 股票發行人現金股息公告 | | | 發行人名稱 | 恒生銀行有限公司 | | 股份代號 | 00011 | | 多櫃檯股份代號及貨幣 | 80011 RMB | | 相關股份代號及名稱 | 不適用 | | 公告標題 | 2024年度第四次中期股息 | | 公告日期 | 2025年2月19日 | | 公告狀態 | 新公告 | | 股息信息 | | | 股息類型 | 第四季度 | | 股息性質 | 普通股息 | | 財政年末 | 2024年12月31日 | | 宣派股息的報告期末 | 2024年12月31日 | | 宣派股息 | 每 股 3.2 HKD | | 股東批准日期 | 不適用 | | 香港過戶登記處相關信息 | | | 派息金額及公司預設派發貨幣 | 每 股 3.2 HKD | | 匯率 | 1 HKD : 1 HKD | | 除淨日 | 2025年3月4日 ...