Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-11-04 20:39Core Insights - The overall performance of A-share listed banks in the first three quarters of 2025 exceeded expectations, with a total operating income of over 4.3 trillion yuan, and more than 60% of banks reporting year-on-year growth in operating income [1][2] - The stabilization of net interest margin (NIM) is considered a key factor supporting the revenue growth of listed banks [1][3] Revenue Performance - As of the end of Q3 2025, the total assets of listed banks grew by 9.3% year-on-year, indicating steady expansion [2] - The overall operating income of listed banks increased by 0.9% year-on-year, while net profit rose by 1.5% [2] - Over 25 out of 42 listed banks reported 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 [2] Net Interest Margin Trends - The net interest margin for listed banks was 1.33% in Q3 2025, remaining stable compared to the first half of 2025 [3] - The decline in liability costs and the narrowing of asset yield reductions contributed to the stabilization of NIM [3] - Changshu Bank reported the highest NIM at 2.57% among the listed banks [3] Non-Interest Income Challenges - Despite positive growth in operating income and net profit, fluctuations in the bond market have pressured non-interest income, leading to significant declines in fair value changes [5][6] - Nanjing Bank reported a 28.52% increase in net interest income but an 11.63% decrease in non-interest income, with a fair value loss of 334 million yuan in Q3 2025 [5] - China Merchants Bank experienced a 0.51% decline in operating income, with non-interest income down by 4.23%, primarily due to reduced returns from bond and fund investments [6]