Qi Lu Wan Bao·2025-07-24 13:50Core Points - Qingdao Bank has made its debut on the 2025 Fortune China 500 list, ranking 495th, and is the only bank from Shandong province to be included this year [1][4] - The total number of Shandong enterprises in the Fortune 500 remains at 19, with a focus on optimizing the structure, highlighting the strength of traditional industries [1][4] - Qingdao Bank's inclusion reflects the rise of regional financial power, as the number of banks on the list increased from 28 to 33, with a total net profit of $2,662 million, accounting for 35% of the total profits of the 500 companies [2][4] Financial Performance - In 2024, Qingdao Bank achieved a revenue of 13.498 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.22%, and a net profit of 4.264 billion yuan, with a growth rate of 20.16% [4] - The bank's total assets surged to 689.963 billion yuan, an increase of 13.48%, with total assets exceeding 900 billion yuan for the first time [4] - The non-performing loan ratio decreased to 1.14%, marking seven consecutive declines, while the provision coverage ratio increased to 241.32%, achieving five consecutive increases [4] Strategic Focus - Qingdao Bank has been actively engaging in regional economic development, excelling in blue finance, green finance, and inclusive finance [5][6] - The bank has launched a dedicated service brand for the marine economy, with blue loan balances reaching 19.205 billion yuan, a growth of 14.44% since the beginning of the year [6] - In green finance, the bank's green loan balance surpassed 43.722 billion yuan, with a quarterly growth rate of 17.06%, significantly higher than the average loan growth rate [6] Brand Strength - Qingdao Bank's brand value reached 36.236 billion yuan, ranking 317th in the "China's 500 Most Valuable Brands" list, marking the ninth consecutive year of this recognition [6] - The bank's strategic focus aligns with the national regional development strategy, providing a positive cycle of economic empowerment for banks [7]