Group 1 - Suzhou Bank plans to acquire the equity of other shareholders in Dongwu Village Bank, further strengthening its provincial layout [1][2] - The acquisition was approved unanimously during the fifth board meeting held on June 20, which also included a proposal for restructuring the financial market sector [2] - As of the end of 2024, Suzhou Bank had four Dongwu-affiliated village banks in Jiangsu province, indicating a strategic expansion in the region [2] Group 2 - Suzhou Bank, established in September 2010 with a registered capital of 3.667 billion, is the only listed city commercial bank headquartered in Suzhou [2] - By the end of Q1 2025, Suzhou Bank's total assets reached 727.154 billion, a 4.8% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 1.554 billion, up 6.8% [2] - The ongoing reform and risk mitigation efforts in village banks have led to several banks, including Beijing Bank and Jiangsu Bank, acquiring stakes in village banks [3]

【导读】苏州银行拟收购东吴村镇银行其他股东股权，进一步强化省内布局 中国基金报记者 马嘉昕 6月24日，苏州银行发布公告称，经该行董事会审议通过了《关于苏州银行收购东吴村镇银行 其他股东之股权的议案》。这意味着，苏州银行强化省内布局取得新进展。 拟收购东吴村镇银行股权 苏州银行公告显示，该行于6月20日采用书面传签表决方式召开了第五届董事会第二十五次会 议，此次会议不仅全票表决通过了《关于金融市场板块职能及架构调整的方案的议案》，还 审议通过了《关于苏州银行收购东吴村镇银行其他股东之股权的议案》。 据悉，这是苏州银行继去年徐州分行获批开业实现省内机构全覆盖后，强化省内机构布局的 又一重要部署。另据2024年年报披露，截至去年底，苏州银行旗下共有四家东吴系村镇银 行，分别为江苏沭阳、泗阳、泗洪和宿豫东吴村镇银行。 公开资料显示，苏州银行成立于2010年9月，注册资本为36.67亿元，是唯一一家总部设在苏 州的上市城商行。该行立足苏州、深耕江苏、全面融入长三角，目前在江苏省内已经开设13 家分行、187个网点，发起设立4家村镇银行，入股2家农商行。 截至2025年一季度末，苏州银行资产总额为7271.54亿元，较 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the challenges faced by village banks in China and the increasing trend of mergers and acquisitions as a means to mitigate risks and enhance operational efficiency in the banking sector [1][4][34]. Group 1: Village Banks' Role and Challenges - Village banks serve as crucial financial institutions in rural areas, often being the only bank available, thus filling a significant service gap [1]. - Many village banks are struggling due to their small scale, weak capital strength, and inadequate risk management, leading to operational difficulties [28][30]. - The number of village banks in China has reached 1,587, serving over 30 million customers, but they face intense competition from larger banks and internet banking [28]. Group 2: Mergers and Acquisitions - Several banks have initiated plans to absorb and merge village banks into their branches, with notable actions from institutions like Hubei Jingmen Rural Commercial Bank and Shunde Rural Commercial Bank [2][4]. - In 2024, over 100 village banks were merged or absorbed by larger banks, with more than 75 being absorbed and over 55 being acquired across various provinces [4]. - The trend of mergers is seen as a dual benefit, helping to clear high-risk institutions while allowing stronger banks to expand their market presence [4][11]. Group 3: Regulatory Environment and Future Outlook - The regulatory focus has shifted towards promoting the restructuring of small financial institutions to mitigate risks, with a clear emphasis on market-driven solutions [18][33]. - The approach of merging village banks into larger commercial banks is viewed as a practical method for risk resolution, enhancing service capabilities and operational efficiency [24][26]. - The future of village banks is likely to see a reduction in their numbers as the industry undergoes structural changes, with stronger institutions dominating the market [34][35].

北京商报讯（记者 宋亦桐）2025年，中小银行合并重组按下"快车键"，5月26日，北京商报记者注意到，近日，已有多家银行披露吸收合并村镇银行并改为 旗下分支机构的计划，其中，湖北荆门农商行计划于6月中旬召开股东会，审议吸收合并旗下村镇银行相关议案，顺德农商行、江门农商行也已在吸收合并 村镇银行事宜上有所行动，上市的江苏银行、无锡农商行同样在此领域加码布局。分析人士预测，在行业竞争加剧、加快推进中小金融机构改革化险政策导 向下，我国村镇银行结构性重组速度将加快。 近日，湖北荆门农商行计划于6月19日召开2024年度股东会，审议《湖北荆门农村商业银行股份有限公司吸收合并湖北荆门掇刀楚农商村镇银行股份有限公 司清产核资结果及股权处置方案》的议案。据了解，湖北荆门掇刀楚农商村镇银行是湖北荆门农商行发起设立的唯一一家村镇银行。 顺德农商行也在近期有所行动，该行此前表示，于5月20日召开"广东顺德农村商业银行股份有限公司2025年第一次临时股东大会"，其中将审议有关吸收合 并深圳龙华新华村镇银行的议案，此次对村镇银行的吸收合并计划，是顺德农商行进一步优化区域布局、整合金融资源的举措。不过北京商报记者注意到， 因工作需要， ...

本报记者 慈玉鹏 北京报道 近日，韶关金融监管分局发布批复，核准周伟始兴大众村镇银行首席合规官的任职资格。自《金融机构 合规管理办法》（以下简称《办法》）施行后，周伟成为村镇银行体系内首位首席合规官。 《中国经营报》记者统计发现，目前已有超20家金融机构设置了首席合规官岗位。业内人士表示，设立 首席合规官职位，核心是要确保该岗位的独立性、权威性，提升机构整体风险防控能力。 多家银行设置首席合规官 2024年12月25日，国家金融监督管理总局发布《办法》，自2025年3月1日起施行。《办法》规定，金融 机构应当在机构总部设立首席合规官。首席合规官是高级管理人员，接受机构董事长和行长（总经理） 直接领导，向董事会负责。 记者通过国家金融监督管理总局官网查询发现，近两年已有23家金融机构首席合规官获核准，包括财务 公司11家、银行理财子公司7家、银行3家，消金公司、金融租赁公司各1家。 今年以来，多家银行已设置了首席合规官。例如，2月24日，光大银行发布的公告显示，该行于当天召 开第九届董事会第二十五次会议，审议并通过了《关于聘任马波先生担任中国光大银行股份有限公司首 席风险官的议案》，马波的首席风险官职务自其任职 ...