Core Viewpoint - Changde Rural Commercial Bank is facing significant operational pressure due to deteriorating asset quality, declining profitability, and substantial capital replenishment pressure, leading to a downgrade in its credit rating by China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd [1][2][7]. Financial Performance - From 2022 to 2024, Changde Rural Commercial Bank's operating income decreased from 999 million yuan to 806 million yuan, and net profit plummeted from 131 million yuan to 2.58 million yuan, representing declines of 18.7% and 98% respectively [3][4]. - In 2024, the bank's net interest income was 603 million yuan, down 18.11% year-on-year, while non-interest income showed a negative trend with net fees and commissions at -127,270 yuan [4][5]. Asset Quality - As of March 2025, the bank's total assets were 38.831 billion yuan, with total loans at 25.297 billion yuan, and a non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 4.88% [1][8]. - The bank's NPL balance increased to 1.134 billion yuan by the end of 2024, a 73% increase from the previous year, with a significant rise in the proportion of NPLs due to weak risk-bearing capacity among personal and small micro clients [7][8]. Capital Adequacy - The bank's capital adequacy ratio stood at 8.08% as of March 2025, with both the Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio and core Tier 1 capital adequacy ratio at 6.75%, all below regulatory requirements [1][8]. - The bank's provision coverage ratio fell to 67.57% by March 2025, significantly below the regulatory threshold, indicating a pressing need for capital replenishment [8]. Market Position - As of the end of 2024, Changde Rural Commercial Bank held a market share of 14.56% in deposits and 14.37% in loans within Changde City, ranking second and first respectively [2].