Core Viewpoint - Hangzhou Bank reported a solid performance in the first half of 2025, with a focus on maintaining asset quality and a sustainable growth strategy in a challenging banking environment [1][6]. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, Hangzhou Bank achieved operating income of 20.093 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.9% [1]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 11.662 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 16.66% compared to the previous year [1]. - The bank maintained a leading position in asset quality, with a non-performing loan ratio of 0.76% and a provision coverage ratio of 520.89% as of June 30, 2025 [1]. Capital Adequacy and Dividends - As of June 30, 2025, the capital adequacy ratio, tier 1 capital adequacy ratio, and core tier 1 capital adequacy ratio were 14.64%, 11.98%, and 9.74%, respectively, showing increases of 0.84, 0.93, and 0.89 percentage points from the end of the previous year [2]. - The bank plans to maintain the same cash dividend per share for the 2024 dividend despite an increase in total shares to 7.25 billion, resulting in a total cash dividend of 4.25 billion yuan, up 38% year-on-year [2][3]. Mid-Year Dividend Plans - Hangzhou Bank has committed to implementing cash dividends twice a year, aligning shareholder returns with the company's profitability [3]. - The board has been authorized to determine the mid-year profit distribution plan for 2025, which will be announced in due course [3]. Capital Increase and Pricing - The bank announced a plan to issue up to 900 million A-shares to raise no more than 8 billion yuan, aimed at supplementing core tier 1 capital [4]. - The pricing for the new shares will be determined based on the higher of 80% of the average trading price over the last 20 trading days or the latest audited net asset value per share [5]. Growth Strategy and Risk Management - In the context of an "asset shortage" in the banking sector, the bank emphasizes a balanced approach to growth and risk management, focusing on sustainable development rather than aggressive expansion [6]. - The bank's strategy includes maintaining a "light capital" approach and prioritizing effective growth over mere scale [6]. - Future plans involve a comprehensive review to develop a five-year growth strategy, focusing on customer development, structural adjustments, and risk control [6].