21世纪经济报道记者 叶麦穗 近期，随着融资成本不断降低，多家银行密集披露优先股赎回方案。 21世纪经济报道记者注意到，12月份以来，已有5家银行先后完成或披露优先股赎回相关安排。叠加此前工商银行、中国银行、兴业银行及宁 波银行的赎回操作，2025年以来，已有9家银行赎回优先股。 对此，苏商银行特约研究员高政扬表示，上市银行赎回优先股，核心是主动优化资本成本与资本结构。其赎回高息优先股，既能降低付息成 本、缓解盈利压力，又能顺应监管要求置换低成本工具，进一步优化资本构成。 12月5家银行赎回优先股 12月26日晚间，长沙银行发布公告称，该行于2019年12月20日非公开发行6000万股优先股，发行规模为人民币60亿元（简称"长银优1"）。 2025年12月25日，该行已经赎回全部已发行的"长银优1"优先股，票面金额和股息共计支付62.3亿元，目前已完成摘牌。据悉，长沙银行2019 年发行的优先股股息较高，在利率下降的环境下，赎回优先股，可以减少融资成本，并以更低成本的资本工具替代。 除了长沙银行之外，12月份，北京银行、上海银行、杭州银行、南京银行等城商行也相继发布公告宣布赎回旗下优先股，赎回规模分别为49亿 ...

为优先重新分配资源以发展其核心产品及支持其长期业务增长，本公司持续精简其投资组合及专注于其 主要业务营运。作为被投资公司的少数财务投资者，出售事项为本集团变现其投资的适当机会：透过剥 离非核心业务投资，本集团将能够加强其现金流，改善其营运资金状况，提升整体财务灵活性，并促进 资源重新分配至其核心业务。董事会认为审慎的资本管理(包括本次出售事项)有利于确保本集团的可持 续发展及加强股东回报。 被投资公司为根据开曼群岛法律註册成立及存续的获豁免公司。其主要从事为二尖瓣反流、三尖瓣反流 等病变提供系统性解决方案。 启明医疗-B(02500)发布公告，于2025年12月29日，卖方启明医疗(香港)有限公司与买方Broncus China Holding Corporation订立股份转让协议，卖方同意出售而买方同意购买销售股份，代价为1500万美元， 占被投资公司Valgen Holding Corporation于本公告日期已发行股份总数(按全面摊薄及已转换基准)约 1.05%。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Australian major banks are entering the November earnings season with strong momentum and high expectations, driven by robust credit growth, prudent deposit pricing strategies, and strong performance from government bonds and market sectors expected in the second half of 2025. However, analysts warn that this may indicate the peak of the current cycle, with revenue growth likely to slow in FY2026 and net interest margin pressure potentially increasing as interest rate cuts gradually take effect [2][11]. Group 1: Revenue Momentum - Loan growth remains robust among Australian major banks, particularly in the corporate and institutional lending sectors, with Westpac and NAB expected to lead in revenue performance due to better loan structures and stricter deposit pricing strategies [4]. - Consumer credit growth has exceeded expectations, with a rebound in housing loan demand offsetting weaker refinancing activity [4]. - Macquarie is anticipated to report solid half-year results due to increased market activity and strong client trading volumes, while regional banks like Bendigo & Adelaide Bank are also expected to achieve steady growth [4]. Group 2: Net Interest Margin - The net interest margin (NIM) for Australian banks is expected to remain stable or slightly increase in FY2025, supported by deposit repricing, strong performance in New Zealand operations, and a shift towards higher-yielding corporate loans [5]. - However, this resilience in NIM is not expected to last long-term, with analysts predicting downward pressure in FY2026 due to interest rate cuts, narrowing deposit spreads, and diminishing returns from loan portfolios [5][6]. Group 3: Cost and Efficiency Focus - Cost control has become a primary competitive focus as FY2026 approaches, with upcoming earnings reports reflecting restructuring costs, wage inflation, and technology investments [7]. - Market attention will shift to the credibility of cost-cutting plans announced by major banks, with ANZ's new management seen as the most aggressive in planning significant job cuts [7]. Group 4: Credit Quality - Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, asset quality remains strong, with low loan loss rates and stable delinquency rates, supported by additional provisions accumulated post-pandemic [8]. - A slight increase in provisioning expenses is expected in FY2026, but they will still be at historically low levels, with some banks likely to release provisions in FY2025 [8]. Group 5: Capital Management - Balance sheets remain robust, but the market does not expect significant capital returns in the upcoming earnings reports, with Westpac's remaining share buyback plan being a focal point [9]. - The common equity tier 1 (CET1) capital ratio is expected to remain above regulatory minimums, with NAB and CBA in relatively strong positions [9]. Group 6: Valuation Pressure - Current forward P/E ratios for Australian bank stocks range from 19 to 22 times, significantly above historical averages, reflecting strong earnings performance and market recognition of the sector's defensive attributes [10]. - However, high valuations imply that any earnings miss could lead to significant downward pressure on stock prices, with many institutional investors favoring banks like ANZ and Westpac for their cost-cutting potential [10]. Group 7: Key Dates and Focus Points - Key earnings dates and focus points for major banks include: - Westpac (WBC) on November 3: sustainability of NIM, UNITE project execution, capital outlook [12] - National Bank (NAB) on November 6: corporate loan margins, SME competition, expense guidance [12] - Macquarie (MQG) on November 7: market revenue trends, asset management profitability structure [12] - ANZ Bank (ANZ) on November 10: impact of restructuring, institutional banking performance [12] - Commonwealth Bank (CBA) on November 11: deposit margin trends, returns from loan portfolios, collective litigation provisions [12] - Bendigo & Adelaide Bank on November 11: housing loan competition, productivity improvement measures, margin management [12]

Core Insights - The valuation increase of overseas financial institutions is driven by both regulatory easing and business model innovation, providing a reference for Chinese financial institutions [1] Group 1: Valuation Evolution - The evolution of overseas financial institutions' valuations can be traced through three distinct transformation phases over the past 20 years: 2000-2008 was characterized by scale-driven growth, 2009-2019 saw a shift towards structural optimization due to regulatory pressures, and from 2020 onwards, technology and ESG factors have become key drivers [1] - The subprime mortgage crisis marked a pivotal point in the valuation logic, leading to a focus on wealth and asset management as core engines for valuation enhancement [1] Group 2: Regulatory Environment - A relatively loose regulatory environment has been a crucial foundation for valuation increases, exemplified by the U.S. investment banking sector during the Trump administration (2016-2018), where regulatory relaxation coincided with significant valuation gains [2] Group 3: Business Model Innovation - Overseas financial institutions have achieved sustained profitability through business model innovation and capital management, focusing on optimizing capital structure, enhancing capital efficiency, and transitioning to light capital models [3] - High-valuation banks, such as JPMorgan, have successfully developed high-return, low-risk businesses like wealth management, with non-interest income accounting for over 50% of their revenue [3] Group 4: Implications for Chinese Financial Institutions - The valuation transformation of overseas financial institutions offers valuable lessons for domestic institutions facing long-term "broken net" pressures, emphasizing the need for a balance between international alignment and local adaptation in building a Chinese valuation system [4] - The current reliance on indirect financing in China, with a high proportion of interest income, suggests that not all banks are suited for a transition towards retail banking and wealth management [4]

Core Viewpoint - Deutsche Bank reported a year-over-year increase in earnings and revenues for Q3 2025, but faced challenges with rising expenses and mixed performance across its business segments [2][3][4]. Financial Performance - Q3 2025 earnings attributable to shareholders were €1.56 billion ($1.82 billion), up 7% year over year [2]. - Profit before tax reached a record €2.4 billion ($2.8 billion), an 8% increase from the previous year, with a 34% increase when excluding prior-year litigation provisions [3]. - Net revenues were €8 billion ($9.4 billion), reflecting a 7.2% year-over-year growth [4]. - Non-interest expenses rose to €5.2 billion ($6 billion), a 9.2% increase from the prior year [4]. - Provision for credit losses decreased to €417 million ($486 million), down 15.5% year over year [4]. Segment Performance - Corporate Bank revenues were €1.8 billion ($2.1 billion), down 1.4% year over year due to declines in Institutional Client Services and Business Banking [5]. - Investment Bank revenues increased to €2.9 billion ($3.5 billion), an 18% rise driven by growth in Fixed Income and Currencies, and Equity Origination & Advisory [5]. - Private Bank revenues were €2.4 billion ($2.8 billion), up 4.1% year over year [6]. - Asset Management revenues rose to €734 million ($855.5 million), an 11.2% increase due to higher performance and transaction fees [6]. - Corporate & Other segment reported revenues of €99 million ($115.4 million), down 36.9% from the prior year [6]. Capital Position - Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) capital ratio improved to 14.5% as of September 30, 2025, up from 13.8% a year ago [7]. - The leverage ratio remained stable at 4.6% on a fully loaded basis [7]. 2025 Outlook - Deutsche Bank aims for €32 billion in revenues for 2025, aligning with a CAGR target of 5.5-6.5% [9]. - Total costs are expected to be €20 billion, with provisions normalizing to €350-400 million per quarter [9][10]. - The post-tax return on average tangible equity is projected to exceed 10%, with a cost/income ratio below 65% [10]. Market Sentiment - There has been an upward trend in estimates for Deutsche Bank, indicating positive market sentiment [11][13]. - The stock has a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy), suggesting expectations for above-average returns in the coming months [13].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q3 2025, the company generated EUR 340 million of operating capital generation, a 1% increase year-on-year [3][10] - Free cash flow amounted to EUR 76 million, primarily reflecting the share of ASR's 2025 interim dividend [10] - Cash capital at holding remained strong at EUR 1.9 billion, despite returning over EUR 800 million to shareholders during the period [4][15] - Operating capital generation (OCG) from the Americas increased by 6%, or 12% on a constant currency basis [10][11] - The U.S. RBC ratio increased by five percentage points to 425% [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the U.S., life sales at World Financial Group (WFG) increased by 15%, and annuity sales rose by 9% [7] - The Protection Solutions segment saw a 39% increase in new life sales, driven by higher index universal life sales [7] - In the U.K., net deposits in the workplace platform were negative for the first time in two years due to the departure of two large low-margin schemes [8] - The international segment experienced growth in Brazil, particularly in credit and group life products, although new life sales in China decreased [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. strategic assets showed commercial momentum, resulting in higher life and annuity sales [3] - The U.K. market faced outflows due to low-margin workplace schemes, but asset management and international businesses continued to grow [4][8] - The retirement plan business in the U.S. had negative net deposits, but total account balances increased by 10% due to favorable market conditions [7][8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transform Transamerica into America's leading middle-market life insurance and retirement company [5] - Plans to improve the advisor platform and return it to growth by 2028 were discussed, with ongoing investments to enhance customer experience [8][56] - The company is reviewing a potential relocation of its legal domicile and head office to the United States, with updates expected at the Capital Markets Day [4][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving all financial targets for 2025 despite the weakening of the US dollar [4][16] - The company is monitoring mortality and morbidity trends closely, with recent quarters showing favorable outcomes [46][48] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining predictable cash flows from business units to support future growth [36] Other Important Information - The company executed over half of its ongoing EUR 400 million share buyback program and expects to complete it by December 15th [4][15] - The cash capital target is to reach around EUR 1 billion by the end of 2026 [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Long-term care book assumptions and cash conversion - Management confirmed that the actual-to-expected claims ratio for long-term care is 97%, and they are satisfied with their assumptions [21][22] - Cash conversion from the U.S. is targeted for mid-single-digit growth, with investments impacting total capital generation [24] Question: Strategic assets and capital employed in financial assets - Management noted a reduction in capital employed in financial assets due to favorable equity markets and the implementation of a base fee hedge [29][61] - Earnings on in-force for various segments were down due to margin pressure and mortality movements [32] Question: Stranded costs and payout ratio - Management indicated that stranded costs are a consideration in financial asset management, with further guidance expected at the Capital Markets Day [37] - The payout ratio is expected to improve over time as the quality of businesses enhances [36] Question: Variable annuities and retirement plans - Management is monitoring the flooring sensitivity in variable annuities and has not taken action yet, but will explore options if necessary [46] - The U.S. retirement plans business is showing strong written sales and a solid pipeline, despite volatility in net flows [44][45] Question: Cash movement and mortality exposure - Management outlined three broad buckets for achieving the cash capital target of $1 billion by 2026, including deleveraging and funding initiatives [74] - Mortality exposure is being managed through strategic purchases and reinsurance transactions, with current assumptions trending as expected [75][76]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Operating capital generation for Q3 2025 was EUR 340 million, a 1% increase year-on-year [10][11] - Free cash flow amounted to EUR 76 million, primarily reflecting the share of ASR's 2025 interim dividend [10][14] - Cash capital at holding remained strong at EUR 1.9 billion, despite returning over EUR 800 million to shareholders [4][14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Americas, operating capital generation increased by 6%, or 12% on a constant currency basis, driven by strategic assets [11] - Life sales at World Financial Group (WFG) increased by 15%, and annuity sales rose by 9% due to solid consumer demand [6] - In the U.K., net deposits in the workplace platform were negative for the first time in two years due to the departure of two large low-margin schemes [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. retirement plans business reached $251 billion in assets under administration (AUA), with mid-sized plans increasing to $62 billion [43] - New life sales in Brazil continued to grow, particularly in credit and group life products, although offset by currency movements [9] - The U.K. solvency ratio for Scottish Equitable increased to 188%, primarily from operating capital generation [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to transform Transamerica into America's leading middle-market life insurance and retirement company [5] - Plans to return the advisor platform to growth by 2028, with a target to grow the overall platform by £5 billion by the same year [56] - A review regarding a potential relocation of the legal domicile and head office to the United States is ongoing [4][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains confident in achieving all financial targets for 2025 despite the weakening of the US dollar [4][15] - The company is making good progress in transforming its businesses and expects to provide updates on strategy at the Capital Markets Day on December 10th [4][15] - Management noted that the underlying business in U.S. retirement plans is strengthening, with strong written sales indicating solid future deposits [43] Other Important Information - The company executed over half of its ongoing EUR 400 million share buyback program by the end of September [4] - The total new business strain in Q3 2025 was $10 million below the guidance of around $200 million per quarter [11] - The company is targeting a cash capital at holding of around EUR 1 billion by the end of 2026 [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Long-term care book assumptions and cash conversion - Management confirmed that the actual to expected claims ratio for long-term care is 97%, and they are satisfied with their assumptions [20] - Cash conversion from the U.S. is expected to remain around 70%, with a focus on stable remittances [22] Question: Strategic assets and capital employed in financial assets - Management noted that capital employed in financial assets has decreased due to favorable equity markets and the implementation of a base fee hedge [28] - Earnings on in-force for distribution and protection solutions have decreased due to margin pressure and mortality movements [30] Question: Stranded costs and payout ratio - Management indicated that stranded costs are a consideration in financial asset management, with further guidance expected at the Capital Markets Day [36] - The payout ratio is expected to improve over time as the quality of earnings increases [35] Question: Variable annuities and mortality trends - Management is monitoring the flooring sensitivity and has not taken action yet, but will explore options if it becomes a constraint [45] - Mortality assumptions have been trending as expected, providing comfort regarding the company's mortality exposure [46] Question: Developments in the U.K. and RBC ratio - The U.K. business is on track to meet its targets, with a focus on improving the advisor platform [56] - The U.S. RBC ratio is currently at a satisfactory level, with no immediate need for capital injection [57] Question: Capital employed reduction and management actions - Management has made reasonable progress in reducing capital employed through various management actions, but further actions may be needed to meet targets [68]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q3 2025, the company reported a net loss from continuing operations of $32 million, or $0.67 per diluted share, compared to a loss of $18 million, or $0.43 per share in Q3 2024, primarily due to increased intangible amortization and G&A expenses [10][11] - Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations was a loss of $3 million, down from a sub-$2 million gain in Q3 2024, influenced by prior FX gains and increased corporate expenses [11][12] - The insurance distribution segment saw revenue increase by 80% year-over-year to $43 million, driven by strong organic growth of 40% and an additional month of Beat results [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The insurance distribution segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $10 million with a 23% margin, up from $3 million and an 11.1% margin in Q3 2024, reflecting strong organic growth and higher profit commissions [12][13] - Everespan's net written and net earned premium decreased to $18 million and $17 million, respectively, down from $33 million and $27 million in the prior year, due to proactive non-renewals [13][14] - The combined ratio for Everespan increased to 112.9% from 100.5% in the prior year, with adverse development contributing significantly to the loss ratio [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has expanded from one MGA to 22 since its inception five years ago, with pro forma revenue growing more than seven-fold since 2021 [17] - The company anticipates maintaining robust organic growth and expects to achieve a target of approximately $30 million in adjusted expenses for 2026 [7][8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has rebranded as Octave Specialty Group, marking a shift to a pure-play specialty P&C insurance business, with a focus on capital management, organic growth, and disciplined acquisitions [4][5][8] - The strategic initiatives include platform expansion, accretive M&A transactions, and significant corporate expense reductions, aiming to deliver sustainable long-term shareholder value [17][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving aspirational EBITDA goals, with a focus on organic growth and the successful launch of new MGAs [24][25] - The company expects to continue making material progress on strategic initiatives, positioning for strong performance in 2026 and beyond [7][8] Other Important Information - The company completed the sale of its legacy financial guarantee business for $420 million and acquired RemadaCare, enhancing its specialty A&H MGA platform [6][7] - Corporate G&A expenses were reduced to $26.6 million in Q3 2025, down from $27.2 million in Q3 2024, with further reductions expected from ongoing initiatives [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Organic growth in the distribution business - Management confirmed that the 40% organic growth was driven by business momentum without any profit or contingent commissions affecting the numbers [27][28] Question: Third-party capacity and future needs - Management indicated that they believe they have sufficient capacity for the business, with interest from capital providers exceeding their needs for the next year [29] Question: Capital allocation priorities - Management emphasized a balanced approach to capital allocation, focusing on organic growth, share buybacks, and selective M&A opportunities [30] Question: Premium outlook for Everespan - Management expects controlled, modest growth in premiums, projecting around $370-$380 million for the current year, with expectations for continued modest growth into 2026 [35][36] Question: EBITDA margins relative to written premium - Management noted that the revenue to written premium ratio varies by business, focusing more on bottom-line results rather than top-line revenue nuances [38][39]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported third quarter revenues of $165 million and year-to-date revenues of $532 million, indicating strong underlying fundamentals despite not being record figures compared to the previous year [4] - The adjusted compensation margin remained at 67% of revenues, with adjusted non-compensation expenses of $37 million for the quarter, down from last year [8] - The adjusted tax rate for the first nine months was 4%, with a potential adjusted tax rate of 32% excluding stock-based compensation benefits [8][9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The European business saw an increase of over 50% from the previous year, with a record number of active engagements and overall pipeline [4] - The company added 25 senior bankers across sectors and regions, representing 18% of the total partner base, which is expected to drive future revenue growth [5][6] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The secondary market is expected to exceed $200 billion this year, with private equity showing signs of increased activity and a substantial exit backlog building for 2026 [5] - The liability management and capital-raising businesses are showing good growth, contributing positively to the overall pipeline [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on scaling its operations and has made significant investments to expand client coverage and capabilities in strategically active industries [6] - The acquisition of Devon Park is seen as a game changer, providing new capabilities and expanding the addressable market and revenue potential [5][19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the scaling strategy and the potential for significant revenue growth, particularly with the new capabilities from the Devon Park acquisition [6][19] - The company is optimistic about the setup for 2026, with expectations of continued growth in the liability management business despite some isolated issues in the credit markets [26][27] Other Important Information - The company returned an additional $12 million to equity holders in the third quarter, with a year-to-date total of over $157 million returned through various means [9] - The company closed the quarter with $186 million in cash and no debt, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Pipeline commentary and mix of activities - Management noted that the pipeline is currently more geared towards non-traditional M&A activities, but there is a significant increase in traditional M&A business expected [13][14] Question: Recruiting environment and future contributions - Of the 25 senior bankers added, nine are already contributing to revenue, with expectations for the new hires to ramp up in 2026 [17][18] Question: Restructuring activity and client engagement - The company is experiencing steady activity in its liability management business, with expectations for it to be a higher contributing business this year compared to last [26][27] Question: Contribution from the Devon Park acquisition - Management expects the Devon Park business to be a significant contributor to overall revenue, similar to other groups within the company [28][30]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $33.5 million for Q3 2025 and $94.9 million for the first nine months, resulting in an annualized return on average equity of 20% for Q3 and 19% for the first nine months [5][24] - Book value per share grew by almost 10% to $16.23 in the first nine months of 2025, with total equity reaching just under $690 million [6][24] - The combined ratio for Q3 was 76.5%, significantly improved from 86% in Q3 of the previous year, while the combined ratio for the first nine months was just over 87% compared to 80.5% for the same period in 2024 [12][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross premiums written in Q3 were just over $131 million, a decrease of about 5%, while for the first nine months, gross premiums were up marginally to just over $525 million [10][11] - The short-tail segment saw gross premiums up 2% in Q3 but down 2.7% for the first nine months, with net premiums earned down about 10.4% and 8.1% for Q3 and the first nine months, respectively [17] - The reinsurance segment generated gross premiums of just under $98 million for the first nine months, reflecting almost 25% growth compared to the same period in 2024, with underwriting income up 35% for Q3 [19][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted increasing competitive pressures across the market, particularly in the long-tail segment, which has seen declining rates and margins [20][32] - The U.S. market remains a significant focus, with opportunities for new business in specialty treaty and short-tail portfolios despite competitive pressures [33][34] - The company is optimistic about the potential for improvement in the long-tail segment by 2026 and 2027, although current conditions remain challenging [32][34] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company emphasizes disciplined underwriting and capital management to generate high-quality returns, focusing on areas with the best risk-adjusted returns [5][25] - A new $5 million common share repurchase authorization was approved, indicating a commitment to returning value to shareholders [9][23] - The company is expanding its presence in specialty treaty business and enhancing distribution capabilities to drive additional margin [30][34] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the elevated level of competitive pressure but characterized it as orderly and disciplined, with confidence in finding growth opportunities [25][27] - The recent S&P upgrade to an A rating is expected to open new business opportunities and enhance the company's market position [9][27] - Management remains focused on intelligent risk selection and will not sacrifice profitability for top-line growth, emphasizing the importance of cycle management [34][35] Other Important Information - The company returned a total of about $98 million to shareholders in share repurchases and dividends in the first nine months of 2025 [24] - Total assets increased by just over 4% to $2.12 billion, with total investments and cash at $1.32 billion [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Comments on market conditions and long-tail business - Management indicated that while competitive pressures are increasing, they are not currently considering walking away from other accounts outside of the specific non-renewed account mentioned [38][39] Question: Outlook for the reinsurance segment - Management noted that while Q1 has historically been strong, they anticipate more pressure on the top line for the reinsurance book as the market generates excess capital [40][41] Question: Perspectives on large account property in the U.S. - Management does not believe that large account property has bottomed out and expects continued pressure in that area [44]