Group 1 - The National Financial Regulatory Administration has approved Banco Santander to establish a branch in Shenzhen, marking the addition of a European bank in the region [1] - By the end of 2024, Shenzhen will have 38 foreign-funded banks, including 5 legal entities and 33 branches, with total assets exceeding 400 billion RMB [1] - Banco Santander, founded in 1857, is Spain's largest commercial bank with total assets of 1.8 trillion euros and a net profit of 13.744 billion euros in 2024 [1] Group 2 - Nine foreign banks in Shenzhen have joined the "Cross-Border Wealth Management Connect" pilot program, facilitating cross-border investment for residents in the Greater Bay Area [2] - The total amount of cross-border fund transfers has exceeded 1.6 billion RMB, accounting for nearly 80% of the total for foreign banks in the Greater Bay Area [2] - Foreign banks in Shenzhen are actively participating in the green finance market, with initiatives such as ESG-linked loans and offshore RMB bond issuance to support sustainable development [2]
深圳新增一家外资银行 外资银行营业性机构总数将达39家
 Xin Hua Cai Jing·2025-07-09 11:51