Zheng Quan Ri Bao·2026-01-14 00:08Core Viewpoint - The recent increase in shareholding by major shareholders and executives in several banks indicates confidence in the banking sector's development and potential valuation recovery [1][2][3]. Group 1: Shareholder Actions - Yunnan Rural Commercial Bank announced that six core executives collectively increased their holdings, buying 192,000 shares at prices between RMB 6.36 and RMB 6.42 per share [2]. - Nanjing Bank's major shareholder, Zijin Group, increased its stake by 123,472,060 shares, representing 1.00% of the total share capital [2]. - Qilu Bank's executives exceeded their planned share purchase, acquiring 771,000 shares for a total of RMB 4.48 million, surpassing the initial target of RMB 3.5 million [2]. Group 2: Market Signals - Analysts suggest that the increase in shareholding sends three key signals: it enhances the capital of listed banks, reflects shareholder confidence in future development, and may serve as a catalyst for valuation recovery [3]. - The actions of insurance companies, such as Ping An Life increasing their holdings in Agricultural Bank and China Merchants Bank, highlight a trend of insurance capital increasing their investments in bank stocks [4]. Group 3: Investment Outlook - The insurance sector is expected to inject over RMB 2 trillion into the market in 2026, with a growing demand for dividend-yielding assets, particularly state-owned banks offering over 4% dividend yields [4]. - Analysts from Galaxy Securities predict that the trend of long-term funds, represented by insurance capital, will continue to favor bank stocks due to their dividend characteristics and stable cash flow [5]. - Overall, the valuation of bank stocks remains low, suggesting potential for further appreciation in the sector [5].