Jin Rong Shi Bao·2025-08-08 08:00Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the strong performance of A-share listed banks, with many stocks reaching new historical highs, driven by investor demand and improving fundamentals [1][2][3] - As of July 10, the total market capitalization of A-share listed banks reached 16.30 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.73 trillion yuan from the end of last year, with major banks like ICBC, CCB, and ABC leading in market value [2][4] - The banking sector has shown a steady upward trend in the first half of the year, benefiting from market preferences and expectations of improved fundamentals, with a median dividend yield of around 4% [3][4] Group 2 - A total of 42 A-share listed banks have approved their annual profit distribution plans, with cash dividends totaling approximately 6.21 billion yuan for 2024 [4][5] - Analysts believe that the current environment supports the valuation of bank stocks, with global bank indices also reaching new highs, indicating a trend of value reassessment for banks as stable income-generating assets [6][7] - The banking sector is adapting to a narrowing net interest margin by seeking new profit sources, including increasing fees for services and enhancing bond investments, which have provided significant returns [7][8]