Core Viewpoint - Postal Savings Bank of China (PSBC) reported a slight increase in revenue and net profit for 2024, with a focus on maintaining a stable dividend payout and adjusting agency fee rates to alleviate profit pressure [4]. Financial Performance - For 2024, PSBC's total revenue increased by 1.8% year-on-year, while net profit attributable to shareholders rose by 0.2%. The net interest income grew by 1.5%, and non-interest income saw a significant recovery with a 3.2% increase [1]. - The year-end non-performing loan (NPL) ratio rose by 4 basis points (bps) to 0.90%, with a year-to-date increase of 7 bps. The provision coverage ratio decreased by 16 percentage points to 286% [1]. Loan and Deposit Growth - Retail loans showed strong growth despite weak demand, with total loans increasing by 9.4% year-on-year and a quarterly growth of 1.5%. Corporate, bill, and retail loans grew by 13.5%, 6.1%, and 6.7% respectively [2]. - Total deposits increased by 9.5%, making PSBC the only major state-owned bank to achieve a year-on-year increase. The proportion of demand deposits rose slightly to 27.1% [2]. Interest Margin and Cost Management - The net interest margin for the year was 1.87%, down 14 bps year-on-year, with a decline of 2 bps from the previous quarter. The loan yield decreased by 11 bps, primarily due to a drop in personal loan rates [2][3]. - The deposit cost rate decreased to 1.44%, down 4 bps from the previous half-year and 9 bps year-on-year, with personal time deposit costs dropping by 17 bps [2]. Asset Quality and Risk Management - The year-end NPL ratio increased slightly, reflecting retail risk pressures, with a new NPL generation rate of 0.84% for the year. The new NPL generation rate for personal loans rose to 1.36% [3]. - The quality of corporate loans remained strong, with the NPL ratio for real estate corporate loans at 1.94%, down 31 bps from the previous half-year [3]. Agency Fee Rate Adjustment - PSBC has proactively adjusted its agency fee rates, which is expected to enhance profitability. The comprehensive agency fee rate is projected to decrease from 1.15% to 1.04%, resulting in a reduction of agency fee expenses by CNY 11.5 billion for 2024 [3]. Investment Outlook - The bank maintains a stable dividend payout ratio of 30% based on net profit, with attractive valuations and high dividend yields expected for 2025 [4].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy-A" with a target price of 26.01 CNY over the next six months [4]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue growth of 0.66% for 2024, with a pre-provision profit growth of 1.24% and a net profit growth of 0.12%. The fourth quarter saw a significant year-on-year net profit growth of 16.85%, primarily supported by the release of provisions, although tax increases and narrowing interest margins negatively impacted performance [1][10]. - The asset growth remained stable, with total assets increasing by 3.44% year-on-year by the end of 2024. Total loans grew by 5.05%, although corporate loan growth was weak [1][2]. - The bank's net interest margin for the fourth quarter was measured at 1.76%, showing a decline compared to previous periods. The yield on interest-earning assets decreased to 3.62% [3][9]. Summary by Sections Revenue and Profitability - The company achieved a total revenue of 212.226 billion CNY in 2024, with a slight increase in net interest income [13]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company was 77.205 billion CNY, reflecting a minimal growth of 0.12% year-on-year [13][10]. Asset and Liability Management - By the end of 2024, the total deposits increased by 7.69%, with retail deposits making up 28.28% of total loans. The trend towards more stable deposits was noted, with a decrease in the proportion of time deposits [2][9]. - The bank's loan structure improved, with corporate loans growing by 8.76% year-on-year, although the fourth quarter saw a decrease in new corporate loans [2][10]. Interest Margin and Non-Interest Income - The net interest margin is under pressure, with a forecasted decline in 2025 expected to be similar to 2024. The bank is focusing on managing deposit costs to stabilize the interest margin [3][10]. - Non-interest income decreased by 4.39% year-on-year in the fourth quarter, primarily due to declines in credit card and agency business revenues [9][10]. Asset Quality - The non-performing loan ratio remained stable at 1.07% by the end of 2024, with a provision coverage ratio of 237.78%, indicating a strong buffer against potential loan losses [9][10]. - The bank's credit quality is expected to improve gradually, with risks from local government bonds and credit cards anticipated to stabilize [10][13].

2024年末，兴业银行总资产站稳10万亿元台阶，达到10.51万亿元。过去三年，该行总资产接连跨过8万亿元、9万 亿元、10万亿元三个台阶，较2021年末增长22.14%，年化增长率为6.89%。 其中，贷款规模、存款规模双双突破5万亿元大关，分别为5.74万亿元、5.53万亿元，较2021年末增长29.55%、 28.33%。 吕家进表示，做好市值管理需要内外兼修。从外部来看，要增强信心，银行业是典型的顺周期行业，一家银行规 模越大，与宏观经济的联系就越密切。当下，中国经济转型发展迎来积极变化，市场信心增强了，兴业银行做好 市值管理上就有了好的大环境。 在经历了2023年营收、净利润双降的低谷之后，2024年，兴业银行业绩反转，实现"双增"。 该行2024年年度业绩报告显示，报告期内，该行实现营业收入2122.26亿元，同比增长0.66%；实现归属净利润 772.05亿元，同比增长0.12%。 对于市场关注的净息差问题，截至报告期末，兴业银行净息差为1.82%，同比下降11BP，降幅收窄，处于同业较 好水平。 3月28日，在2024年年度业绩说明会上，兴业银行董事长吕家进提到，我国经济正经历前所未有的深刻转 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The asset quality of the company remains stable, and it continues to exhibit a high dividend payout attribute [1] - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 135.4 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 7.05%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 41.7 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.22% [4][5] - The report indicates that the decline in revenue has narrowed, and profit growth remains stable, with a projected net profit of 41.7 billion yuan for 2025, showing a slight increase of 0.05% compared to the previous year [4][5] Financial Performance Summary - The company's total assets at the end of Q4 2024 amounted to 6.96 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth rate of 2.76% [6] - The non-performing loan ratio remained stable at 1.25%, and the provision coverage ratio increased to 180.59% [6] - The average cost of deposits for 2024 was 2.18%, down 14 basis points year-on-year, which partially offset the decline in asset yield [5][6] Profitability and Valuation Metrics - The projected price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are 5.44, 5.43, and 5.35 respectively, indicating a stable valuation outlook [7] - The projected price-to-book (P/B) ratios for the same years are 0.45, 0.43, and 0.41, reflecting the company's solid asset quality and high dividend payout [4][7] Loan and Deposit Growth - As of the end of Q4 2024, the total loan principal amounted to 3.93 trillion yuan, representing a growth of 3.88% from the beginning of the year, with corporate loans being the main driver of credit expansion [5] - The total deposit balance was 4.04 trillion yuan, showing a year-on-year decrease of 1.44%, although retail deposits increased by 7.01% [5]

Core Viewpoint - Everbright Bank disclosed its 2024 annual report, showing a year-on-year decline in operating revenue, PPOP, and net profit attributable to shareholders of -7.05%, -9.64%, and 2.22% respectively, indicating a recovery in growth rates compared to the first three quarters of 2024 [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company's net interest margin for 2024 is 1.54%, stable compared to the second half of 2024, with a 10 basis points decrease in the yield on interest-earning assets and a 9 basis points improvement in the cost of interest-bearing liabilities [2] - The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio at the end of Q4 2024 is 1.25%, remaining stable, with a slight increase in the corporate loan NPL ratio to 1.24% [3] - Other non-interest income increased by 35.64% year-on-year, primarily driven by fair value changes, contributing positively to future interest margin and non-interest income management [3] Group 2: Asset Quality and Growth - The growth of interest-earning assets in 2024 is 2.16%, with loans increasing by 3.88%, while retail loans experienced negative growth [4] - The net fee income decreased by 19.52% year-on-year, significantly impacting revenue, mainly due to a reduction in card service fees and agency business fees [4] - The company plans to enhance its public-private linkage and develop payroll services to stabilize the liability side, with personal deposits showing significant growth [4] Group 3: Investment Recommendations - The company announced a total dividend of 0.189 yuan per share for 2024, with a dividend payout ratio of 30.14%, reflecting a 1.73 percentage point increase from 2023, indicating strong investment value [4]

Core Insights - Guangzhou Rural Commercial Bank reported a decline in operating income and net profit for the year 2024, with operating income at 15.832 billion yuan, down 12.79% year-on-year, and net profit at 2.416 billion yuan, down 25.89% year-on-year [2] Financial Performance - Interest income for 2024 was 37.96 billion yuan, a decrease of 3.786 billion yuan year-on-year [2] - Non-interest income included net fee and commission income of 562 million yuan, down 286 million yuan year-on-year, accounting for 3.55% of total operating income; trading net income was 384 million yuan; and net financial investment income was 1.226 billion yuan [2] - The net interest margin decreased by 27 basis points to 1.06%, while the net interest yield fell by 28 basis points to 1.11% [2] Business Scale - As of the end of 2024, total assets reached 1,362.408 billion yuan, an increase of 48.365 billion yuan, or 3.68% from the beginning of the year [3] - Total loans and advances decreased by 11.084 billion yuan, a decline of 1.52%, while financial investments increased by 35.03 billion yuan due to increased bond investments [3] - Funds lent out increased by 15.331 billion yuan, reflecting adjustments based on market conditions and internal asset-liability arrangements [3] Asset Quality - The non-performing loan ratio stood at 1.66%, a decrease of 0.21 percentage points year-on-year, with a provision coverage ratio of 184.34% [3] - By product type, the non-performing loan ratio for corporate loans was 1.55%, down 0.73 percentage points from the previous year, while the non-performing loan ratio for personal loans rose to 2.89%, an increase of 0.68 percentage points [3] Future Outlook - The bank's president, Deng Xiaoyun, indicated plans for 2025 to deepen regional industry engagement, enhance industry research, and increase the proportion of small and medium-sized loans, second industry loans, and fixed asset loans to establish a more scientifically rational asset layout for sustained profitability [3]

Core Viewpoint - The management of Industrial Bank emphasizes the importance of market value management and internal strength enhancement to achieve valuation recovery, while also preparing for long-term capital market opportunities [1][2] Financial Performance - Industrial Bank plans to distribute a cash dividend of 10.60 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 22.021 billion yuan, with the dividend payout ratio exceeding 30% for the first time [1] - The bank's net interest margin for 2024 is reported at 1.82%, a decrease of 11 basis points year-on-year, while the industry average is 1.52%, down 17 basis points [7] Strategic Adjustments - The bank is transitioning from a high-capital business model to a low-capital driven approach, focusing on customer and liability management rather than high-risk assets [3][4] - The management has identified four key relationships to optimize: potential vs. expansion, liabilities vs. assets, off-balance sheet vs. on-balance sheet, and risk control vs. short-term profit [4][5] Risk Management - The bank's risk management strategy emphasizes maintaining asset quality while navigating a complex risk environment, with expectations of a decrease in new non-performing assets compared to the previous year [7][8] Retail Development - Industrial Bank is enhancing its retail banking capabilities through a systematic approach, establishing five sub-systems to improve customer service and operational efficiency [9] - The bank aims to strengthen its position in technology finance, positioning it as a key growth area alongside its existing business lines [9]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for CITIC Bank (601998.SH) with a current price of 7.25 CNY [1] Core Views - CITIC Bank's 2024 annual report shows a steady revenue growth of 3.8% year-on-year, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 686 billion CNY, reflecting a 2.3% increase [4][5] - The bank's net interest income grew by 2.2%, while non-interest income increased by 7.4%, indicating a mixed performance in revenue sources [5][10] - The bank's asset quality remains stable, with a non-performing loan ratio of 1.16%, down 1 basis point from the previous quarter, and a provision coverage ratio above 200% [11][25] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, CITIC Bank achieved operating income of 2136 billion CNY, with a weighted average return on equity of 9.79%, down 1.01 percentage points year-on-year [4][12] - The bank's total assets reached 9,532.72 billion CNY, with a year-on-year growth rate of 5.3% [27] Loan and Deposit Growth - By the end of 2024, the bank's interest-earning assets grew by 4.6% year-on-year, with a significant increase in loans and deposits [6][8] - The bank's loan balance increased by 4% year-on-year, with corporate loans growing by 7.8% and retail loans by 3.4% [6][7] Interest Margin and Non-Interest Income - The net interest margin for 2024 was reported at 1.77%, showing resilience compared to peers [9] - Non-interest income accounted for 31.3% of total revenue, with a notable increase in investment income [10][12] Asset Quality and Capital Adequacy - The bank's non-performing loan ratio decreased to 1.16%, and the provision coverage ratio was 209.4% [11][25] - Capital adequacy ratios showed mixed results, with the core tier one capital ratio at 9.72% [11][25] Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The report adjusts the EPS forecast for 2025-2026 to 1.25 CNY and 1.29 CNY, respectively, with a projected dividend payout ratio of over 30% for 2024 [12][27]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company’s A-shares and an "Accumulate" rating for its H-shares [8]. Core Views - The company is expected to see a slight increase in net profit and operating income in 2024, with year-on-year growth rates of 0.24% and 1.83% respectively, although the net profit growth is lower than previous expectations due to increased provisioning and rising credit costs [1][2]. - The company plans to lower the agency fee rates for savings deposits with a maturity of three years or less, which is anticipated to enhance profit margins and potentially increase profit growth by 4.0% in 2025 [3][13]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For 2024, total assets, loans, and deposits are projected to grow by 8.6%, 9.4%, and 9.5% respectively, showing a slight decrease in growth rates compared to previous quarters [2]. - The net interest margin for 2024 is forecasted at 1.87%, with a year-on-year increase in net interest income of 1.5% [2]. Non-Interest Income - Non-interest income is expected to rise by 3.2% year-on-year in 2024, with significant growth in wealth management business net income, which is projected to increase by 40.1% [3]. - The company plans to adjust the agency fee rates, which will reduce the comprehensive agency fee rate from 1.08% to 1.04%, thereby lowering costs and improving profit margins [3][13]. Asset Quality and Capital Levels - The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio is projected to be 0.90% at the end of 2024, with a slight increase from the previous quarter, while the provision coverage ratio is expected to be 286% [4]. - The capital adequacy ratio and core tier one capital ratio are forecasted to improve slightly, indicating a solid capital position [4]. Valuation Metrics - The report sets a target price of RMB 6.29 for A-shares and HKD 6.17 for H-shares, with corresponding price-to-book (PB) ratios of 0.70 and 0.64 for 2025 [5]. - The estimated earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is projected at RMB 0.88, reflecting a slight downward revision from previous estimates [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1] Core Insights - The company has returned to positive profit growth, with a focus on risk reduction and increased dividends, showcasing a stable high dividend yield [1][6] - In 2024, the company achieved revenue of 212.2 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.7%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 77.2 billion yuan, up 0.1% year-on-year [4][6] - The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio decreased by 1 basis point to 1.07% in Q4 2024, while the provision coverage ratio increased by 4.2 percentage points to 238% [4][6] Financial Data and Profit Forecast - The company’s total revenue is projected to grow from 210.8 billion yuan in 2023 to 215.7 billion yuan in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.64% [5] - The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to increase from 77.2 billion yuan in 2024 to 78.5 billion yuan in 2025, reflecting a growth rate of 1.67% [5] - The return on equity (ROE) is forecasted to decline slightly from 9.89% in 2024 to 9.37% in 2025 [5] Revenue and Profitability Analysis - Net interest income continues to grow steadily, contributing positively to revenue, with a 1.1% year-on-year increase in 2024 [6][8] - The company’s non-interest income decreased by 0.3% in 2024, primarily due to a 13% decline in fee income [6][8] - The cost-to-income ratio is expected to improve, with a projected decrease from 29.97% in 2023 to 29.50% in 2024 [13] Asset Quality and Risk Management - The company’s asset quality is showing steady improvement, with a projected NPL generation rate of 0.93% for 2024, down from 1.08% in 2023 [9][11] - The company has maintained a strong provision coverage ratio, indicating a robust buffer against potential loan losses [9][11] - The company’s focus on key sectors such as technology, green finance, and inclusive finance is expected to drive loan growth in 2025 [6][10] Dividend Policy - The dividend payout ratio has increased to over 30%, marking 15 consecutive years of dividend growth, with an expected dividend yield of 4.93% in 2025 [6][9]