Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-11-04 20:17Core Insights - The overall performance of A-share listed banks in the first three quarters of 2025 exceeded expectations, with total operating income surpassing 4.3 trillion yuan, and over 60% of banks reporting year-on-year growth in operating income [1][2] - The stabilization of net interest margin (NIM) is identified as a key factor supporting the revenue growth of listed banks, with several bank executives indicating signs of stabilization despite being in a downward trend [1][2] Revenue Performance - As of the end of Q3 2025, listed banks' total assets grew by 9.3% year-on-year, maintaining steady expansion [1] - The overall operating income of listed banks increased by 0.9% year-on-year, while net profit rose by 1.5% [1] - More than 25 out of 42 listed banks achieved year-on-year growth in operating income, with Xi'an Bank, Chongqing Bank, and Nanjing Bank leading with growth rates of 39.11%, 10.40%, and 8.79% respectively [1] Net Interest Margin Trends - The net interest margin for listed banks was reported at 1.33% in Q3 2025, remaining stable compared to the first half of 2025 [2] - The decline in liability costs is expected to continue, which may support the improvement of NIM [2] - The stability in NIM is attributed to the unchanged Loan Prime Rate (LPR) and a significant decrease in the cost of liabilities [2] Non-Interest Income Challenges - Despite positive growth in operating income and net profit, fluctuations in the bond market have led to a decline in non-interest income for many banks [3][4] - For instance, Nanjing Bank reported a year-on-year decrease of 11.63% in non-interest income, with a significant loss in fair value changes of financial assets [3] - Similarly, China Merchants Bank experienced a decline in non-interest income by 4.23%, primarily due to reduced earnings from bond and fund investments [4]