Core Viewpoint - The peak dividend distribution period for A-share listed banks has arrived, with a total dividend of 427.38 billion yuan already distributed, accounting for nearly 70% of the total cash dividends for A-share listed banks in 2024 [1][3] Dividend Distribution Situation - As of June 27, 16 A-share listed banks have yet to fully implement their 2024 profit distribution plans, but all have passed shareholder meetings for approval. Everbright Bank announced its profit distribution plan on the same date [2] Market Reaction and Analysis - Analysts indicate that the dividend policies of listed banks reflect their profitability and commitment to shareholder returns. The ongoing dividend peak is increasing investor interest in bank stocks. Stable dividend policies are crucial for attracting long-term investors in the current economic environment. As more banks complete their profit distribution plans, the total dividend amount for A-share listed banks is expected to rise further. The market anticipates that with economic recovery and improved bank profitability, dividend policies will remain stable, providing continuous returns to shareholders [3] Specific Bank Dividend Details - Hu'nong Commercial Bank: Cash dividend of 0.30 yuan per share distributed on June 27 - Yu'nong Commercial Bank: Cash dividend of 0.35 yuan per share distributed on June 27 - Zhe'shan Bank: Cash dividend of 0.20 yuan per share distributed on June 27 [4]

Core Viewpoint - The peak period for cash dividend distribution among listed banks has arrived, with a significant increase in total cash dividends for 2024 compared to the previous year [1][2][3]. Summary by Sections Cash Dividend Distribution - As of June 27, 2024, 26 banks have implemented their cash dividend distribution plans, totaling 427.38 billion yuan [2][4]. - The total cash dividends for A-share listed banks are projected to reach 631.96 billion yuan in 2024, an increase of nearly 20 billion yuan from the previous year, representing a growth rate of 3.03% [3]. Dividend Increase - Nearly half of the A-share listed banks have advanced their dividend actions, with 14 banks completing both mid-term and year-end dividends by June 27 [4]. - A total of 39 out of 42 listed banks are expected to increase their cash dividends in 2024, with an overall increase of 18.6 billion yuan [5]. Major Contributors - The six major state-owned banks are the primary contributors to the dividend payouts, with total dividends exceeding 420 billion yuan [5]. - Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and China Construction Bank each have cash dividends exceeding 100 billion yuan, at 109.77 billion yuan and 100.75 billion yuan respectively [5][6]. Dividend Ratios - 14 banks have a cash dividend ratio exceeding 30% for 2024, with a slight decrease in the number of banks compared to 2023 [10]. - Notably, Ningbo Bank's cash dividend ratio increased by 6.3 percentage points to 21.91%, while Hu'nong Commercial Bank's ratio rose from 30.10% to 33.91% [10]. Mid-term Dividends - 23 A-share listed banks have implemented mid-term dividend plans, distributing a total of 257.71 billion yuan [8]. - Some banks, like Hu'nong Commercial Bank, have already proposed mid-term dividend plans for 2025 [9]. Challenges - Despite the increase in dividend frequency and ratios, the banking industry faces challenges such as narrowing interest margins and slowing revenue growth [12].