券商中国·2025-05-01 23:26Core Viewpoint - The performance of listed banks in the first quarter of 2025 shows significant divergence, with many large and medium-sized banks experiencing declines in both revenue and net profit, while some smaller banks report stable growth [2][5][6]. Group 1: Performance Trends - A total of 42 listed banks have reported their Q1 2025 results, with 16 banks showing negative revenue growth and 12 banks experiencing a decline in net profit. Among these, 10 banks reported declines in both metrics [5]. - Notably, large state-owned banks and joint-stock banks have seen a slowdown in profitability indicators, with three major state-owned banks among those with declining revenue and net profit [5][6]. - In contrast, some city and rural commercial banks have achieved significant growth in net profit, with banks like Hangzhou Bank and Qilu Bank reporting increases of 17.30% and 16.47%, respectively [6]. Group 2: Income Composition and Variability - The divergence in performance is primarily attributed to differences in net interest income and significant fluctuations in non-interest income. Over 60% of listed banks reported negative year-on-year growth in net interest income [8]. - Among state-owned banks, five reported declines in net interest income ranging from 2.74% to 5.21%, while some smaller banks like Chongqing Bank and Jiangsu Bank saw increases of 28.08% and 21.94%, respectively [9]. - Non-interest income also showed a stark contrast, with 21 banks reporting negative growth in fee and commission income, while some smaller banks experienced increases ranging from 135.53% to 495.23% [9]. Group 3: Net Interest Margin Trends - The overall net interest margin (NIM) for commercial banks continues to face pressure, with only Minsheng Bank reporting a year-on-year increase of 3 basis points to 1.41% [10]. - The largest declines in NIM were observed in Zhangjiagang Bank, which saw a drop of 32 basis points to 1.43%. State-owned banks like Postal Savings Bank and Construction Bank also reported declines [10]. - Many banks indicated that the NIM will continue to be influenced by factors such as LPR adjustments and the repricing of existing loans, although the rate of decline is expected to slow compared to 2024 [10][11]. Group 4: Loan Growth and Deposit Stability - Listed banks have increased loan disbursements while maintaining stable deposit growth. For instance, city commercial banks like Ningbo Bank reported a deposit growth of 18.95% compared to the beginning of the year [12]. - Several banks have improved their deposit costs, with Shanghai Bank reporting a decrease in interest rates for both corporate and personal deposits [12]. - Banks are focusing on enhancing control over liabilities and optimizing asset structures, with an emphasis on increasing low-cost deposits and reducing high-cost liabilities [12][13]. Group 5: Focus on Key Sectors - Banks are intensifying their loan support in key sectors such as technology, green finance, and inclusive finance, with significant growth in these areas. For example, green loans and technology loans at Postal Savings Bank increased by 6.01% and 9.90%, respectively [13]. - The strategy of "volume compensating for price" is being employed to mitigate the impact of declining NIM, with banks like Industrial Bank emphasizing support for green and technology sectors [13].