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Core Viewpoint - Gansu Province is making significant progress in the establishment of a provincial rural commercial bank, transitioning from the initial plan of a "Gansu Rural Commercial Union Bank" to a unified legal entity model for the "Gansu Rural Commercial Bank" [1][2][4]. Group 1: Progress in Establishment - Gansu Jinchang Rural Commercial Bank and Gansu Yongchang Rural Commercial Bank announced temporary shareholder meetings to discuss the establishment of the Gansu Rural Commercial Bank [1][4]. - The Gansu rural financial institutions currently include 37 rural commercial banks, 5 rural cooperative banks, and 41 county-level cooperatives, covering 86% of administrative villages and 90% of farmers [1]. - The asset quality of Gansu's rural financial institutions has been inconsistent, with non-performing loan rates exceeding 6% for three consecutive years from 2019 to 2021 [1]. Group 2: Government Support and Reforms - In 2021 and 2022, Gansu issued special bonds of 12.6 billion and 30 billion yuan respectively to support the development of small and medium-sized banks [2]. - The 2023 government work report indicated a shift in focus towards the establishment of a unified legal entity model for the Gansu Rural Commercial Bank, moving away from the previously proposed union bank model [2][4]. - The Gansu Rural Credit Union's 2024 work report suggests that the reform plan is nearing approval, with 2025 marked as the year for the implementation of the reform [3]. Group 3: Reform Models and Trends - The unified legal entity model is seen as a more thorough reform approach, suitable for provinces with fewer legal entities and a higher level of economic development [6]. - Other provinces, such as Henan and Xinjiang, have also switched to the unified legal entity model, indicating a broader trend in regional financial reforms [8][11]. - The central government's focus on rural credit cooperative reform has been consistent, with multiple provinces successfully establishing new "trillion banks" [14].

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the Guizhou Rural Commercial Union Bank is officially underway, aiming to enhance local financial institutions and support rural credit reforms in Guizhou province [1][3]. Group 1: Establishment and Structure - The Guizhou Rural Commercial Union Bank will be formed by canceling the legal status of the Guizhou Rural Credit Cooperative Union and establishing a new joint-stock company [3]. - The new bank will inherit all business, assets, and liabilities from the Guizhou Rural Credit Cooperative Union, pending approval from financial regulatory authorities [3]. - The establishment process will involve hiring qualified intermediaries for asset evaluation and financial audits [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Scale - Guizhou Rural Credit has a network of 2,293 branches and over 28,000 employees, with deposits exceeding 922.9 billion and loans surpassing 709.5 billion [4]. - The total assets of Guizhou Rural Credit exceeded 1 trillion, reaching 1,070.45 billion [4]. Group 3: Involvement of State-Owned Enterprises - Guizhou Financial Holding Group and Qiansheng State-owned Assets will play significant roles in the reform process [5][8]. - Guizhou Financial Holding Group, established in December 2016, operates across various financial sectors, including banking and asset management [6]. - Qiansheng State-owned Assets focuses on capital operation management and holds stakes in several companies, enhancing its financial capabilities [7]. Group 4: Reform Models and Trends - The joint bank model is seen as a cost-effective reform that maintains a multi-level governance structure, suitable for provinces with many quality rural commercial banks [9][10]. - The "upward participation" model allows the provincial bank to optimize the equity structure of rural financial institutions, improving governance [10]. Group 5: Broader Context of Rural Bank Reforms - Other provinces, such as Jilin, are also advancing their rural bank reforms, with Jilin Rural Commercial Bank's establishment approved recently [11][12]. - The trend of establishing provincial rural commercial banks is accelerating, with several banks already launched in 2024 [14]. - The Xinjiang region is also working towards establishing a unified rural commercial bank, aiming for completion by 2025 [15].

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of Guizhou Rural Commercial Bank is a significant step in the ongoing reform of rural credit cooperatives in China, with the aim of enhancing local financial institutions and improving their operational efficiency [1][2][5]. Group 1: Establishment of Guizhou Rural Commercial Bank - Guizhou Rural Commercial Bank is set to be established based on the Guizhou Provincial Credit Union, with all business, assets, and liabilities being transferred to the new entity upon its formation, pending regulatory approval [1][2]. - The decision to form the bank was made during a member meeting of the Guizhou Provincial Credit Union, which also authorized a working group to oversee the establishment process [2][5]. Group 2: Acceleration of Rural Credit Cooperative Reforms - As of now, six provinces in China have established provincial-level rural commercial banks, including Zhejiang, Shanxi, Sichuan, Guangxi, Jiangsu, and Jiangxi, while four provinces have set up provincial-level rural commercial banks [1][8]. - The Guizhou provincial government has included the acceleration of rural credit cooperative reforms in its work reports for multiple years, indicating a strong commitment to this initiative [2][4]. Group 3: Support from Local Financial Institutions - Guizhou Financial Holdings Group has engaged in discussions with the Guizhou Provincial Credit Union regarding potential investments and support for the reform process [5]. - The Guizhou Provincial Credit Union is actively seeking partnerships with local state-owned enterprises to facilitate the reform and enhance its capital structure [5][6]. Group 4: Broader Context of Rural Financial Reforms - The ongoing reforms are part of a larger trend across China, with various provinces moving towards establishing unified legal entities for rural commercial banks to streamline operations and improve governance [10][11]. - The reform models being adopted vary, with some provinces opting for a unified legal entity model while others maintain a cooperative structure, reflecting the diverse needs and conditions of different regions [11].

Core Viewpoint - The Guangdong Provincial Association of Rural Credit Cooperatives has outlined its reform direction, emphasizing the establishment of rural commercial banks and the promotion of a joint banking model as part of the ongoing rural financial system reform [1][3]. Group 1: Reform Overview - The Guangdong Provincial Association has been pivotal in the reform of the rural credit system, focusing on financial supply-side structural reforms and the establishment of rural commercial banks [1][2]. - The reform aims to enhance the management autonomy of well-performing rural commercial banks while maintaining a competitive market structure [1][2]. - The joint banking model is identified as a mainstream reform approach, aligning with the existing development framework of Guangdong's rural credit system [1][6]. Group 2: Historical Context - The reform initiative began in 2017, with the goal of transforming all rural credit cooperatives into rural commercial banks by 2020, which was successfully achieved [2]. - By 2020, 64 rural credit cooperatives had been restructured, and several rural commercial banks have since been managed directly by local governments [2][4]. - The current competitive landscape features a mix of banks managed by the provincial association and those under local government control, creating a diverse banking ecosystem [2][3]. Group 3: Financial Performance - As of the end of 2024, the total assets of the 81 rural commercial banks in Guangdong reached 4.80 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.79% [4]. - The banks collectively reported a financial income of 160.56 billion yuan, with a pre-provision profit of 46.30 billion yuan and a net profit of 24.29 billion yuan [4]. Group 4: Leadership Changes - In October 2024, Mai Yanthou was appointed as the chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Association, having previously held various positions in the financial sector [5]. - Liu Peng was also appointed as the deputy secretary of the association, bringing experience from regulatory roles in the banking sector [5]. Group 5: Joint Banking Model - The joint banking model allows for the preservation of the independent legal status of rural financial institutions while facilitating resource integration and business collaboration [6][8]. - This model is seen as cost-effective and less disruptive, minimizing potential conflicts during the reform process [7][8]. - The approach can be implemented through either a top-down or bottom-up method, with various provinces adopting different strategies for their reforms [7][8].

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of Henan Rural Commercial Bank marks a significant adjustment in the reform model of the rural credit system in Henan Province, aiming to enhance financial stability and risk management in the region [1][2]. Group 1: Establishment and Structure - On February 26, the approval from the Financial Regulatory Bureau of Henan confirmed the opening of Henan Rural Commercial Bank and 891 branches, with a registered capital of RMB 29.247 billion [1]. - The bank was formed through the merger of 25 institutions, including the Henan Rural Commercial Union Bank and several local rural banks, inheriting all assets, liabilities, and operational rights from these entities [1][2]. Group 2: Reform Context and Objectives - The establishment of Henan Rural Commercial Bank is part of a broader reform initiative, with the goal of addressing financial and local debt risks, as outlined in the government's measures for economic stability [2]. - The reform emphasizes a unified legal entity model, which is seen as beneficial for smaller economic regions with multiple potential risk institutions, allowing for centralized risk management and scale effects [2]. Group 3: Regional Adaptation and Policy Support - The reform approach must be tailored to the specific economic conditions and financial needs of each province, avoiding a one-size-fits-all strategy [3]. - The central government's recent policy document stresses the importance of supporting rural small and medium-sized banks and encourages a province-specific strategy for reforming rural credit cooperatives [3][4].