又见中小银行密集调降存款利率

Group 1 - Recent interest rate cuts by small and medium-sized banks indicate a new trend, with expectations of a 10 basis point reduction in deposit rates [1] - Shanghai Huari Bank has reduced its 3-year fixed deposit rate from 2.3% to 2.15%, marking its eighth interest rate cut this year [1] - The continuous pressure on net interest margins has led small banks to lower deposit rates to alleviate costs [1] Group 2 - The net interest margin for commercial banks has been narrowing, with figures reported at 1.52%, 1.43%, and 1.42% for the end of last year, the first quarter, and the second quarter of this year, respectively [2] - Analysts expect a potential new round of interest rate cuts and reserve requirement ratio reductions in the fourth quarter, with predictions of a 10 basis point cut [2] - The peak period for high-interest deposits is expected to be from 2022 to 2024, with a significant decline in deposit rates anticipated by 2025-2026 [2] Group 3 - Estimated maturity of nationwide fixed deposits is projected to be approximately 89 trillion yuan in 2025 and about 98 trillion yuan in 2026 [3]