券商中国·2025-12-27 07:17Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent trend of mid-term dividends among listed banks in China, highlighting the significant cash distributions made by state-owned banks and the increasing participation of smaller banks in dividend payouts [1][2][3]. Group 1: Mid-term Dividends Overview - As of December 26, 21 A-share listed banks have implemented mid-term dividends, totaling nearly 230 billion yuan, with an observed trend of earlier dividend announcements and increased payout ratios [2]. - State-owned banks are the primary contributors to mid-term dividends, with five major banks distributing a total of approximately 189.89 billion yuan in cash dividends [3]. - The Agricultural Bank of China and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China led the mid-term dividend payouts, with 41.82 billion yuan and 50.40 billion yuan respectively [3]. Group 2: Participation of Smaller Banks - More small and medium-sized banks are joining the mid-term dividend trend, with 13 local listed banks announcing their plans, collectively distributing over 18.5 billion yuan [6]. - Qilu Bank and Zijin Bank have recently disclosed their mid-term dividend plans, with Qilu Bank proposing a payout of 0.121 yuan per share, totaling 745 million yuan [6]. - The trend indicates that many banks are maintaining or increasing their dividend payout ratios compared to the previous year, with some banks showing increases of 0.9% to 4.5% [6]. Group 3: Future Dividend Plans - Postal Savings Bank has outlined a clear plan for mid-term dividends, proposing a payout of 1.23 yuan per 10 shares, amounting to approximately 14.8 billion yuan, which represents 30% of its net profit [4]. - China Merchants Bank has indicated that its mid-term cash dividend distribution will occur between January and February 2026, with a proposed payout ratio of 35% [6]. - Several other banks, including Industrial Bank and Everbright Bank, have also announced their mid-term dividend plans, with payout ratios exceeding 25% [5].