Jin Rong Shi Bao·2025-07-09 13:45Core Viewpoint - The A-share banking sector has seen significant growth in market capitalization, with major banks reaching historical highs in stock prices and total market value, driven by improved fundamentals and investor sentiment towards high dividend yields [1][2][3] Group 1: Market Performance - On July 9, the Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3493.05 points, slightly down by 0.13%, while major financial sectors, including multi-financial, education, and cultural media, performed strongly [1] - The total market capitalization of A-share listed banks reached 16.11 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.54 trillion yuan since the end of last year [2] Group 2: Individual Bank Performance - Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) set a new record with a closing price of 7.85 yuan per share and a total market value of approximately 2.8 trillion yuan [1] - Agricultural Bank of China also reached a historical closing record with a market value of about 2.17 trillion yuan [1] - Construction Bank's market capitalization reached 2.57 trillion yuan, marking a new closing record [2] Group 3: Dividend Distribution - A total of 27 banks have completed their 2024 annual dividend distributions, with 10 banks announcing proposed dividends totaling approximately 350.78 billion yuan [2] - Agricultural Bank plans to distribute cash dividends of about 43.92 billion yuan, while ICBC will distribute approximately 58.66 billion yuan [3] Group 4: Investment Outlook - The average dividend yield for major state-owned banks is currently 4.07%, with a significant spread over the 10-year government bond yield, indicating a favorable investment environment [3] - Analysts suggest that if the market's preference for dividend investments continues, it could support bank stock valuations [3]