SPD BANK(SH:600000) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-10-12 23:31Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant increase in shareholding of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank (浦发银行) by major Asset Management Companies (AMCs), particularly China Orient Asset Management (东方资产), which has also secured a board seat, indicating a strategic investment trend in the banking sector by AMCs [2][3][4]. Group 1: Shareholding and Board Influence - China Orient Asset Management has increased its stake in Shanghai Pudong Development Bank to 10.73 billion shares, representing 3.44% of the bank's total shares, along with holding 8.6 million convertible bonds [2][3]. - The increase in shareholding by China Orient was particularly notable in the third quarter, with 134 million shares acquired between September 20 and 29, costing approximately 1.675 billion yuan [2][4]. - Another AMC, China Cinda Asset Management, has also increased its stake in Shanghai Pudong Development Bank and secured a board seat, reflecting a broader trend of AMCs gaining influence in the banking sector [4][6]. Group 2: Investment Trends and Financial Performance - AMCs are increasingly investing in bank stocks due to their high dividend yields and low valuations, which are attractive in the current market characterized by a scarcity of quality assets [3][7]. - The financial performance of AMCs has improved significantly due to their investments in bank stocks, with notable gains reported from their holdings in Shanghai Pudong Development Bank and other major banks [6][7]. - As of October 10, the dividend yields for Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, Minsheng Bank, and Everbright Bank were reported at 3.34%, 8.3%, and 5.64% respectively, indicating the financial attractiveness of these investments [7].