Core Viewpoint - The rapid restructuring of rural banks under Shanghai Pudong Development Bank (SPDB) is a response to regulatory demands for financial risk mitigation, with several rural banks being dissolved and their assets transferred to SPDB branches [1][2]. Group 1: Recent Developments - As of November 2023, multiple rural banks under SPDB have been approved for dissolution, with their assets and liabilities being taken over by SPDB [1]. - A total of six rural banks have been dissolved this year, transitioning to branches of SPDB [1]. - The restructuring includes the acquisition of banks in various regions, such as Dalian, Yunnan, and Xinjiang, with new branches being established in their place [1]. Group 2: Financial Performance - By the end of 2024, the 28 rural banks established by SPDB will have total assets of 40.221 billion yuan, with deposits of 33.186 billion yuan and loans of 22.439 billion yuan [2]. - The number of clients served includes 1.4332 million settlement customers and 54,900 loan customers, with an average loan amount of 408,800 yuan [2]. - In 2024, these banks are projected to generate operating income of 693 million yuan, but will incur a net loss of 69 million yuan [2]. Group 3: Industry Outlook - Experts predict an acceleration in the structural reorganization of rural banks, leading to a gradual decrease in their numbers [3]. - There is a call for guiding policies to help rural banks refocus on their core missions and effectively manage risks while supporting rural revitalization and small enterprises [3]. - The importance of small and medium-sized banks is emphasized, with recommendations for differentiated regulatory support and incentives for banks that effectively manage rural bank investments [3].
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