Core Viewpoint - The 10 A-share listed rural commercial banks achieved growth in both revenue and net profit attributable to shareholders in 2024, despite challenges such as a slowing loan growth rate and declining net interest margins [1][5][9]. Financial Performance - Ruifeng Bank was the only institution among the 10 to exceed a 10% growth in total assets, reaching 220.5 billion yuan, with a revenue increase of 15.29% to 4.385 billion yuan and a net profit rise of 10% to 1.922 billion yuan [2]. - Changshu Rural Commercial Bank reported the highest net profit growth at 16.2%, reaching 3.813 billion yuan, and surpassed 10 billion yuan in revenue, totaling 10.909 billion yuan [3]. - Overall, the net interest margin for A-share listed rural commercial banks continued to narrow, with Zhangjiagang Rural Commercial Bank experiencing the largest decline of 37 basis points to 1.62% [3][4]. Non-Interest Income - Non-interest income growth became a significant driver for revenue improvement, with Qingdao Rural Commercial Bank achieving a 28.37% increase in non-interest income to 3.812 billion yuan [4]. - Zhangjiagang Rural Commercial Bank reported a 176.81% increase in investment income, contributing positively to its revenue [4]. Risk Management and Asset Quality - Despite external economic challenges, the asset quality of A-share listed rural commercial banks remained high, with eight out of ten banks reporting stable or improved non-performing loan (NPL) ratios [9][12]. - Jiangyin Rural Commercial Bank showed the most significant improvement in NPL ratio, decreasing by 0.12 percentage points to 0.86% [9]. - The overall capital adequacy ratio for these banks improved, reflecting effective risk management practices [9]. Strategic Focus and Service Differentiation - Banks are enhancing their service models and product systems to adapt to market changes, focusing on their unique competitive advantages [5][6]. - Changshu Rural Commercial Bank is deepening its focus on retail, small and micro enterprises, and innovative business areas, establishing 24 growth centers to explore new growth paths [7]. - Qingdao Rural Commercial Bank has innovated its product offerings to meet local needs, launching a series of financial products tailored to rural revitalization [4][6].

Core Viewpoint - The continuous reduction of deposit interest rates by private banks indicates a shift in their strategy due to narrowing net interest margins, regulatory constraints, and downward pressure on market interest rates [2][6][9] Group 1: Deposit Rate Adjustments - In May, Huatuo Bank and Yilian Bank announced further reductions in deposit rates, with Huatuo Bank lowering personal notice deposit rates to 0.8% and 1% for 1-day and 7-day deposits respectively [3] - Huatuo Bank has made multiple adjustments since April, with the maximum reduction for unit products reaching 90 basis points and for personal products 45 basis points [4] - Yilian Bank adjusted its fixed deposit rates for 2-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms down by 20 basis points, reflecting a broader trend among private banks to lower rates [4][5] Group 2: Competitive Landscape - The current highest deposit rates for some private banks have fallen to 1.6%, which is lower than many joint-stock banks and some state-owned banks [5] - The competitive advantage of private banks in attracting deposits through high interest rates is diminishing, leading to a shift towards wealth management products [6][7] Group 3: Financial Performance and Strategy - Private banks are facing slowing net profit growth and declining net interest margins, with a reported net profit of 18.8 billion yuan in Q4 2024, down 7.84% year-on-year [7][8] - Many private banks are now focusing on wealth management as a key growth area, with significant increases in fee and commission income reported [8] - The trend of lowering deposit rates is expected to continue as banks seek to manage funding costs and maintain stable interest margins [9]

随着债市波动可能加剧，投资收益的可持续性面临挑战。 2025年一季度，在营收整体承压的背景下，银行业投资收益却实现显著增长，成为支撑业绩的重要引擎。企业预警通 数据显示，已披露财报信息的100家银行（含非上市银行，下同）一季度投资收益合计为1762.91亿元，同比大幅增 长。对营业收入的贡献率从去年的9.2%增加至11.86%。 增长主要得益于在"资产荒"及净息差持续收窄的背景下，银行加大债券市场配置力度。虽然今年一季度债市有所回 调，但部分银行通过兑现2024年"债牛"行情积累的浮盈，实现了一次性收益增长。 值得关注的是，随着债市波动可能加剧，投资收益的可持续性面临挑战。业内人士建议，银行业应当着力优化久期管 理、提升投研能力，以更好地应对市场变化。 近七成银行一季度投资收益增增长 第一财经记者据企业预警通梳理，2025年第一季度，已披露信息的100家银行营业收入合计为1.485万亿元，较去年同 期的1.511万亿元略有下滑。 营收下滑的同时，投资收益却逆势增长。据统计，上述银行合计投资收益为1762.91亿元，占营业收入的比重达到 11.86%。去年同期的投资收益仅为1404亿元，占营业收入的比例为9.2 ...

Core Viewpoint - The annual reports of three banks in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area—Dongguan Bank, Shunde Rural Commercial Bank, and Nanhai Rural Commercial Bank—reveal a mixed performance in terms of revenue and net profit, with all three banks experiencing a significant decline in net interest margins [2][4][6]. Group 1: IPO Progress and Challenges - Dongguan Bank was the first to initiate its IPO plan in March 2008, but faced multiple setbacks, including a halted review in 2014 and a stalled process since 2025 due to outdated financial data [3][4]. - As of March 2023, all three banks had their IPO applications moved to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, but their progress has been repeatedly interrupted due to the need for updated financial information [4][5]. - The total assets of the three banks exceeded 300 billion yuan, with Dongguan Bank at 672.73 billion yuan, Shunde Rural Commercial Bank at 481.05 billion yuan, and Nanhai Rural Commercial Bank at 334.85 billion yuan [4]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Dongguan Bank reported a revenue decrease of 3.69% to 10.197 billion yuan and a net profit decline of 8.20% to 3.733 billion yuan, attributed to market changes and increased support for small and micro enterprises [6][7]. - Shunde Rural Commercial Bank's revenue slightly increased by 1.24% to 8.49 billion yuan, but net profit fell by 8.54% to 3.169 billion yuan, with a narrowing net interest margin from 1.65% to 1.40% [7][8]. - Nanhai Rural Commercial Bank's revenue decreased by 6.30% to 6.429 billion yuan, while net profit grew by 2.99% to 2.453 billion yuan, with a net interest margin contraction from 1.72% to 1.34% [8]. Group 3: Asset Quality and Capital Adequacy - As of the end of 2024, Dongguan Bank's non-performing loan (NPL) ratio rose to 1.01%, while Shunde Rural Commercial Bank's NPL ratio increased to 1.61%. In contrast, Nanhai Rural Commercial Bank's NPL ratio decreased to 1.43% [5]. - Capital adequacy ratios showed improvement across the banks, with Dongguan Bank at 13.93%, Shunde Rural Commercial Bank at 14.90%, and Nanhai Rural Commercial Bank significantly increasing to 16.15% [4].

Core Insights - The overall asset quality of city commercial banks in A-shares has improved, with a notable decrease in non-performing loan (NPL) ratios, particularly in the southeastern coastal region compared to the central and western regions [2][3][6] - Despite the overall decline in NPL ratios, there is a significant increase in personal loan NPL ratios, indicating a shift in the quality of loan portfolios [2][6][8] - The pressure on net interest margins is expected to increase in 2025, leading to greater provisioning pressures for city commercial banks [2][9] Summary by Category Asset Quality - As of the end of 2024, the NPL ratio for A-share listed city commercial banks was reported at 1.7% or higher for three banks, namely Lanzhou Bank and Zhengzhou Bank, which exceeded the national average NPL ratio of 1.76% [3][4] - A total of 11 out of 17 listed city commercial banks reported a decrease in NPL ratios, while three banks saw their ratios remain stable and three experienced increases [4][6] Regional Differences - City commercial banks in the southeastern coastal regions generally reported lower NPL ratios, with most banks maintaining ratios below 1% [5][6] - In contrast, banks in the western regions, such as Lanzhou Bank and Zhengzhou Bank, reported higher NPL ratios, indicating a stark contrast in asset quality between regions [3][5] Loan Types - The NPL ratio for corporate loans has generally decreased across the majority of city commercial banks, with significant reductions noted for Chongqing Bank and Qilu Bank [7][8] - Conversely, personal loan NPL ratios have increased for most banks, with several banks reporting ratios of 2% or higher, highlighting a growing concern in this segment [8][9] Asset Disposal Challenges - The methods employed by banks for disposing of non-performing assets include collection, restructuring, write-offs, and asset transfers, with retail loans posing higher costs for collection due to their smaller, more dispersed nature [9] - The current environment suggests that city commercial banks will face significant provisioning pressures due to the high costs associated with disposing of personal non-performing loans and the immature state of bulk disposal methods for retail loans [9]

智通财经记者 | 安震 4月29日晚间，六大国有银行公布了2025年一季度业绩报告，总体情况来看，六大国有银行的营业收入 总和为9，101.84亿元，同比下降1.51%；归母净利润总和为3，444.2亿元，同比下降2.09%。国有大行 普遍出现营收或归母净利润下滑，唯有农业银行营收和净利润均实现增长。 受到银行业绩承压影响，4月30日银行股出现回调，六大国有行股价均出现较大幅度回落。A股工商银 行（601398.SH）、农业银行（601288.SH）、建设银行（601939.SH）跌幅均在3%以上。截至收盘，华 夏银行（600015.SH）跌幅最大，达到8.55%，42家上市银行37家股价下跌，仅浦发银行 （600000.SH）、郑州银行（002936.SZ）、民生银行（600016.SH）、中信银行（601998.SH）上涨， 显示出对于银行一季度业绩的担忧情绪。不过，机构仍然看好银行股后市表现。 营收净利润表现分化 从财务表现来看，六大行营业收入呈现"三升三降"，归母净利润"两升四降"。其中，工商银行实现营业 收入2127.74亿元，同比下降3.22%；归属于母公司股东的净利润841.56亿元，同比下降3 ...

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for Chengdu Bank, indicating a positive outlook for the stock over the next six months [15]. Core Insights - Chengdu Bank reported a total operating income of 22.98 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 5.89%. The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 12.86 billion yuan, up 10.17% year-on-year [2][3]. - The bank's net interest income grew by 4.57% to 18.46 billion yuan, accounting for 80.33% of total revenue, although this represents a slight decrease in proportion compared to the previous year [3][17]. - The loan portfolio expanded significantly, with total loans amounting to 741.32 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 18.72%. Corporate loans grew by 20.25% to 602.62 billion yuan, while personal loans increased by 12.46% to 138.70 billion yuan [3][4]. - Deposits also saw growth, reaching 865.71 billion yuan, up 13.20% year-on-year. Personal deposits grew by 23.79%, now making up 50.64% of total deposits [4]. - The bank's net interest margin was reported at 1.66%, a decrease of 0.15 percentage points year-on-year, but the decline in margin has narrowed compared to previous periods [4][18]. - Asset quality improved, with a non-performing loan ratio of 0.66%, down 0.02 percentage points year-on-year. Corporate loans showed a non-performing rate of 0.63%, while personal loans increased to 0.78% [5][20]. - Capital adequacy ratios improved, with the core Tier 1 capital ratio at 9.06%, up 0.84 percentage points year-on-year [5][22]. Financial Summary - The bank's total assets reached 1.25 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 14.56% [16]. - Forecasted net profits for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are expected to be 14.13 billion yuan, 15.46 billion yuan, and 16.71 billion yuan, respectively, indicating continued growth [5][26].

Core Viewpoint - Qilu Bank is experiencing steady growth in asset scale, profitability, and asset quality, outperforming industry averages, but faces challenges such as declining growth rates and regulatory penalties [2][3][5]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Qilu Bank achieved operating income of 12.496 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 4.55%, and net profit attributable to shareholders of 4.986 billion yuan, up 17.77% [2][3]. - Revenue growth has slowed for three consecutive years, with growth rates of 28.11%, 8.82%, 8.03%, and 4.55% from 2021 to 2024 [3]. - Interest income remains the primary source of revenue, contributing 9.031 billion yuan in 2024, a 1.73% increase, while non-interest income, particularly from investment gains, has become a significant growth driver [3][5]. Asset Quality - Qilu Bank's non-performing loan (NPL) ratio improved to 1.19% by the end of 2024, down 0.07 percentage points from the previous year, while the coverage ratio increased to 322.38% [5][6]. - The bank's corporate loans grew by 15.51% to 240.289 billion yuan, with the corporate loan NPL ratio decreasing to 0.95% [6]. Regulatory Issues - Qilu Bank faced significant regulatory penalties totaling 14.9513 million yuan for multiple violations in credit management, marking the largest penalty for a city commercial bank in 2024 [7][8]. - The penalties highlight weaknesses in internal control and compliance across various business lines [8]. Market Confidence - The bank has experienced significant shareholder reductions, with major shareholder Chongqing Huayu Group reducing its stake, raising concerns about market confidence [9][10]. - Despite a 51.35% increase in stock price from March 2024 to March 2025, the current price remains below its historical high of 11.66 yuan per share [10]. Future Outlook - Qilu Bank plans to implement a mid-year dividend policy, distributing a total of 1.286 billion yuan, which is 27.62% of its net profit for 2024, while focusing on strengthening core capital to address external challenges [11]. - The bank aims to balance growth and compliance, emphasizing the need to enhance retail business and internal controls to maintain its competitive edge in the regional banking sector [11].

Performance Review - Ningbo Bank's 1Q25 performance met expectations with revenue growth of 6% year-on-year, pre-tax profit growth of 2%, and net profit growth of 6% [1] Development Trends - The pace of scale expansion accelerated, with total assets, loans, and deposits growing by 18%, 20%, and 20% year-on-year, respectively, faster than previously expected [2] - In 1Q25, new loans comprised 86% corporate loans, 17% bill discounts, and -3% personal loans, while new deposits were 84% corporate deposits [2] - Net interest margin narrowed to 1.80%, down 10 basis points year-on-year and 9 basis points quarter-on-quarter, with asset yield declining by 48 basis points year-on-year to 3.62% [2] - Non-interest income decreased, with net fee income down 1% and other non-interest income down 7% due to losses from trading financial assets [2] Cost Control - Operating expenses decreased by 3% year-on-year, with the cost-to-income ratio dropping to 29% [3] - The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio remained stable at 0.76%, with an estimated NPL generation rate of 1.14%, slightly up by 6 basis points quarter-on-quarter [3] - Tax expenses decreased year-on-year, enhancing net profit growth to 6% despite a lower pre-tax profit growth rate [3] Tax and Trade Impact - The increase in the tax rate for 2024 is attributed to the bank's strategy of writing off bad loans before disposal [4] - The impact of tariff increases is manageable, with minimal exposure to businesses directly affected, and potential effects mainly on future credit demand and client transaction income [4] Profit Forecast and Valuation - The profit forecast for 2025E/2026E remains largely unchanged, with the current stock price corresponding to 0.72x/0.65x 2025E/2026E P/B [5] - The target price is maintained at 30.73 yuan, corresponding to 0.88x/0.80x 2025E/2026E P/B, indicating a potential upside of 23.1% from the current stock price [5]

类似情况并非个例，记者梳理发现，4月以来多家民营银行密集宣布下调存款利率，部分银行5年期存款 利率跌至2.5%以下，且长短期"倒挂"。此外，部分机构月内已进行了两至三次利率下调动作。 部分银行三年期、五年期利率"倒挂" 记者梳理发现，4月以来，多家民营银行密集下调存款利率，其中部分机构已进行了两至三次下调动 作。 例如，华瑞银行本月针对中长期限的存款利率已进行了三次调整。4月1日起，该行五年期存款利率由 2.7%调整至2.65%，随后在4月16日调整至2.55%，最新公告显示，4月28日起五年期存款利率将进一步 下调至2.4%。此外，该行三年期存款利率也在4月16日由2.7%下调至2.6%，并将在4月28日起进一步下 调至2.5%。最新调整后，该行三年期存款月内累计下调20BP，五年期月内累计下调30BP，三年期和五 年期利率出现"倒挂"。 每经记者 李玉雯 每经编辑 张益铭 4月27日，华瑞银行公告称，自次日起调整部分期限存款挂牌利率，其中整存整取三年期、五年期分别 调整为2.5%、2.4%，较此前分别下调10BP、15BP。记者注意到，本月以来，该行已三次调整存款利 率，调整集中在三年期及五年期的利率水平 ...