Financial Performance - In 2024, the company's net interest income was RMB 21,542.7 million, a decrease of 3.2% compared to RMB 22,263.0 million in 2023[19]. - The net profit for 2024 increased by 8.2% to RMB 3,469.7 million, up from RMB 3,206.3 million in 2023[19]. - The company's operating income for 2024 was RMB 25,955.3 million, a slight decrease of 0.9% compared to RMB 26,183.4 million in 2023[19]. - The cost-to-income ratio improved to 38.80% from 40.07% in 2023, indicating better operational efficiency[19]. - The core Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio increased to 8.46% from 8.10% in 2023, reflecting a stronger capital position[22]. - The return on average equity was 3.47%, up from 3.11% in 2023, showing improved profitability[19]. - The total operating income for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 25,955.3 million, a slight decrease from RMB 26,183.4 million in the previous year[146]. Asset and Loan Growth - Zhongyuan Bank's total assets exceeded RMB 1.3 trillion as of the reporting period[13]. - The total assets of the company reached RMB 1,365,197.0 million, reflecting a growth of 1.4% from RMB 1,346,446.5 million in 2023[22]. - Total assets reached RMB 1,365.197 billion, an increase of RMB 18.751 billion compared to the end of the previous year[39]. - Total loan amount (excluding accrued interest) was RMB 714.455 billion, an increase of RMB 6.993 billion from the previous year[39]. - Net loans and advances amounted to RMB 697,845 million, up RMB 79,730 million or 1.1% year-over-year[95]. - The balance of inclusive microloans at the end of the reporting period was RMB 90.097 billion, an increase of RMB 6.32 billion or 7.54% compared to the end of the previous year[186]. Non-Performing Loans and Asset Quality - The non-performing loan ratio improved slightly to 2.02% from 2.04% in 2023[22]. - The company's non-performing loan balance was RMB 14,458 million, with a non-performing loan ratio of 2.02%, a decrease of 0.02 percentage points from the previous year[124]. - The non-performing loan balance for guarantee loans decreased by approximately RMB 249 million, with the NPL ratio dropping by about 0.04 percentage points[137]. - The overdue loan total was approximately RMB 292.51 billion, representing 4.09% of the total loan amount, an increase of about 0.11 percentage points from the previous year[144]. Digital Transformation and Innovation - The bank's commitment to digital transformation has been recognized with awards for excellence in innovation and digital risk control[17]. - The bank's digital transformation strategy focuses on enhancing business value creation and leveraging technology and data[200]. - The company has developed a comprehensive online product operating system that combines financial and non-financial services, serving 28,764 clients in financial management[164]. Awards and Recognition - In 2024, Zhongyuan Bank received multiple awards, including the "2024 Golden Quality Bank Brand Tiangui Award" and recognition as a "Top 20 ESG Performance City Commercial Bank" in China[17]. - The bank's financial performance and service quality have earned it accolades such as "Best Listed Company" and "Top 10 City Commercial Banks" in various rankings[13]. - The bank received multiple awards for its wealth management services, including the "Golden Hazelnut Award" and "Golden Reputation Award" in 2024[184]. Customer Base and Service Expansion - The bank has over 18 branches and more than 600 business outlets[13]. - The retail customer base expanded to 35.4361 million, with an increase of 1.605 million customers, reflecting a growth rate of 4.53% year-over-year[175]. - The bank established 165 county-level branches, 79 town-level branches, and over 5,000 service points, enhancing its service network[191]. - The number of registered users for the mobile banking app reached 17.56 million, an increase of 1.64 million compared to the end of the previous year[195]. Strategic Focus and Economic Support - The bank aims to enhance its market position by focusing on high-quality development and local economic service[14]. - The company actively supports key provincial projects and initiatives, enhancing its role in local economic development through comprehensive financial services[157]. - The company signed strategic cooperation agreements with nine local governments, enhancing service capabilities[40].
中原银行(01216) - 2024 - 年度业绩