存款利率低于股份行，一些民营银行另辟蹊径加码财富管理

Core Viewpoint - The continuous reduction of deposit interest rates by private banks indicates a shift in their strategy due to narrowing net interest margins, regulatory constraints, and downward pressure on market interest rates [2][6][9] Group 1: Deposit Rate Adjustments - In May, Huatuo Bank and Yilian Bank announced further reductions in deposit rates, with Huatuo Bank lowering personal notice deposit rates to 0.8% and 1% for 1-day and 7-day deposits respectively [3] - Huatuo Bank has made multiple adjustments since April, with the maximum reduction for unit products reaching 90 basis points and for personal products 45 basis points [4] - Yilian Bank adjusted its fixed deposit rates for 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms down by 20 basis points, reflecting a broader trend among private banks to lower rates [4][5] Group 2: Competitive Landscape - The current highest deposit rates for some private banks have fallen to 1.6%, which is lower than many joint-stock banks and some state-owned banks [5] - The competitive advantage of private banks in attracting deposits through high interest rates is diminishing, leading to a shift towards wealth management products [6][7] Group 3: Financial Performance and Strategy - Private banks are facing slowing net profit growth and declining net interest margins, with a reported net profit of 18.8 billion yuan in Q4 2024, down 7.84% year-on-year [7][8] - Many private banks are now focusing on wealth management as a key growth area, with significant increases in fee and commission income reported [8] - The trend of lowering deposit rates is expected to continue as banks seek to manage funding costs and maintain stable interest margins [9]