CENTEK(SZ:000931) Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-09-18 12:11Core Viewpoint - Beijing Zhongguancun Bank has been penalized multiple times for regulatory violations, particularly related to third-party deposit absorption and internet personal loans, which have impacted its financial performance in 2024 [2][3][5]. Regulatory Violations - The bank has been fined a total of 1.4 million yuan for various violations, including paying third parties to absorb deposits and inadequate management of internet personal loans [4][5]. - Over the past four years, Zhongguancun Bank has received four regulatory penalties, indicating ongoing compliance issues [3][5]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Zhongguancun Bank reported a revenue of 1.818 billion yuan, a decrease of 1.36% year-on-year, and a net profit of 275 million yuan, down 11.29% [10]. - The total deposits at the bank fell to 52.889 billion yuan, a decline of 0.48% compared to the previous year [10]. - Despite the declines in revenue, net profit, and total deposits, the bank's total assets increased to 74.939 billion yuan, up 3.07%, and total loans rose to 43.931 billion yuan, a growth of 15.35% [10]. Challenges Ahead - The bank faces significant challenges in resolving its regulatory issues while attempting to reverse its declining financial performance [11]. - The need for compliance in partnerships with third-party institutions is highlighted as a critical area for the bank moving forward [8].