Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-03-28 04:05Core Viewpoint - Zhengzhou Bank has achieved growth in assets, deposits, loans, and profits in 2024, marking a positive trend in its operational performance despite challenging market conditions [1][2]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Zhengzhou Bank reported total operating income of RMB 12.877 billion and total profit of RMB 1.786 billion, with a profit increase of 2.69% year-on-year, marking the first positive growth in three years [2]. - The bank plans to distribute a cash dividend of RMB 0.20 per 10 shares, totaling RMB 182 million, which represents 9.69% of the net profit attributable to shareholders [2]. - As of the end of 2024, total assets reached RMB 676.365 billion, a 7.24% increase from the previous year, with total deposits and loans at RMB 404.538 billion and RMB 387.690 billion, reflecting increases of 12.07% and 7.51% respectively [2]. Market Position and Growth - Zhengzhou Bank's deposit growth rate of 12.07% and loan growth rate of 7.51% outpaced the average growth rates of 8.81% and 6.77% for financial institutions in Henan Province, indicating its competitive strength in the regional market [3]. - The bank's corporate loans increased by RMB 15.483 billion, contributing 57.17% of the total loan growth, demonstrating its commitment to supporting the real economy [3]. Retail Transformation - The bank's retail transformation initiative, termed "Project No. 1," has led to a significant increase in personal deposits, which grew by RMB 49.536 billion (29.37%) to RMB 218.179 billion by the end of 2024 [5][6]. - Personal loans also saw an increase of 8.09%, reaching RMB 90.957 billion, indicating enhanced stability in deposit growth and a solid foundation for the bank's operations [5]. Risk Management - As of the end of 2024, Zhengzhou Bank's non-performing loan ratio stood at 1.79%, continuing a downward trend since 2022, with a provision coverage ratio of 182.99% and a capital adequacy ratio of 12.06% [4]. Innovation and Differentiation - Zhengzhou Bank has established itself as a key player in policy-driven technology finance, with a loan balance of RMB 48.269 billion in this sector, reflecting a growth rate of 44.50% [7][8]. - The bank has developed a comprehensive evaluation system for technology enterprises and offers various financial products tailored to different stages of technology companies [8]. Digital Transformation - The bank initiated a digital transformation strategy in December 2024, focusing on enhancing customer experience and internal efficiency, aiming to reshape its business and management models through data-driven approaches [9].