Core Insights - The recent announcement by Bank of China to gradually shut down its "Bountiful Life" app and migrate its functions to the main "Bank of China" app highlights a shift in focus from credit card apps of joint-stock and rural commercial banks to those of state-owned banks [1] - The trend of shutting down credit card apps is driven by the shrinking credit card business and the overall need for banks to reduce costs and improve efficiency [1] Summary by Sections Credit Card App Shutdown - Bank of China is closing its "Bountiful Life" app, moving functionalities to its main app, reflecting a broader trend among banks to consolidate their digital offerings [1] - Several banks, including Shanghai Rural Commercial Bank and Beijing Rural Commercial Bank, have previously shut down their credit card apps, indicating a growing trend in the industry [1] Market Share and Performance - As of June, the credit card loan scale of major banks shows significant disparities, with China Construction Bank leading at 1,054.95 billion yuan, followed by China Merchants Bank at 924.49 billion yuan [2][4] - The market share of credit card assets is heavily concentrated among state-owned banks, which hold 46.83% of the total, while joint-stock banks hold 46.52% [5] User Engagement and App Performance - The monthly active user data for credit card apps shows a clear tiered structure, with top apps like China Merchants Bank's "Palm Life" having over 14 million active users, while Bank of China's app had only 1.5454 million [3] - The focus of credit card apps has shifted from acquiring new customers to retaining existing ones, as many consumers already hold multiple credit cards [7] Digital Transformation and Management - The closure of independent credit card apps reflects a broader trend of centralized management in banking, as highlighted by regulatory guidance to streamline mobile applications [9][10] - Banks are restructuring their digital operations, with institutions like China Construction Bank establishing dedicated operational centers to enhance the management of their digital platforms [11][12]

Core Viewpoint - The recent announcement by Bank of China to gradually shut down its "Bountiful Life" app and migrate its functions to the main "Bank of China" app highlights a shift in the credit card app landscape, moving from smaller banks to major state-owned banks amid a backdrop of declining credit card business and cost-cutting measures in the banking industry [1][5][17]. Summary by Sections Credit Card App Shutdown - Bank of China announced the gradual shutdown of its "Bountiful Life" app, which will have all its functions transferred to the main "Bank of China" app [1]. - This trend of shutting down credit card apps is not new, as several banks, including Shanghai Rural Commercial Bank and Beijing Rural Commercial Bank, have previously made similar moves [5]. Market Dynamics - The credit card app market is experiencing increasing differentiation, with a clear ranking in monthly active users [7]. - As of June 2025, the top 20 credit card apps include 5 state-owned banks, 9 joint-stock banks, and 2 city commercial banks, with the highest monthly active users exceeding 14 million for several apps [7][8]. - Bank of China's "Bountiful Life" app had only 1.55 million monthly active users, ranking 13th among state-owned bank credit card apps [7][9]. Credit Card Loan Scale - State-owned banks maintain a significant advantage in credit card loan scales, with China Construction Bank being the only bank with a credit card loan scale exceeding 1 trillion yuan, reaching 1,054.95 billion yuan as of June [10][11]. - Other major state-owned banks also report credit card loan scales above 500 billion yuan, while joint-stock banks like China Merchants Bank show strong performance with a credit card loan balance of 924.49 billion yuan [10][11]. User Engagement and Competition - The focus of credit card apps has shifted from acquiring new customers to retaining existing ones, as many consumers already hold multiple credit cards [14][15]. - The competition for user engagement is intensifying, with various lifestyle service apps entering the market, making it challenging for credit card apps to attract new users [15][19]. Operational Efficiency - The closure of independent credit card apps reflects a broader trend towards centralized management of banking channels [17]. - Regulatory guidance has prompted banks to streamline their mobile applications, focusing on user engagement and operational efficiency [18][19].

21世纪经济报道记者李览青 尽管信用卡App关停已不是新鲜事，但这次"聚光灯"下的主角从股份行、城农商行变成了国有大行。 （中国银行信用卡官方微信公众号推文截图） 9月28日，中国银行信用卡官方公众号发布公告，宣布逐步关停"缤纷生活"App，并将其全部功能逐步迁移至"中国银行"App，引发市场关注。 一直以来，链接线上与线下渠道的信用卡App都承载着两大任务。一方面是通过生活类服务触达线下日常消费场景，基于线下获客拓展向线上渠道引流；另 一方面是基于用户在App中的行为分析形成数字化标签体系，描绘信贷用户画像，既为线下合作消费场景提供流量，也能与全行信贷业务形成整体合力，实 现"千人千面"的金融服务。 然而，在信用卡业务缩水、银行业整体降本增效的大背景下，自营信用卡App这一渠道逐渐变得"不划算"了。去年以来，上海农商银行、北京农商银行、渤 海银行等多家银行先后宣布关停信用卡App，并将相应功能迁移至本行手机银行App。 市场分化加剧 无论从市场份额还是流量排序来看，各行信用卡业务的分化还在加剧。 易观千帆发布的最新数据显示，信用卡类App月活跃用户规模排名呈现明显的梯队分化。 2025年6月，在该类App月 ...

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Core Insights - The core viewpoint of the articles is that China Merchants Bank (CMB) is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its operations and create a new growth trajectory, marking a significant shift in its technology strategy from "Digital CMB" to "Smart CMB" [1][2][3]. Group 1: AI Strategy and Implementation - CMB's AI strategy has been elevated, focusing on the integration of AI technologies, particularly large language models, into its operations [2][4]. - The bank has reported over 120 applications of large models across various sectors, achieving a total of 26 million hours of labor savings through intelligent applications [4]. - CMB's AI assistant, "AI Xiao Zhao," is the first in the banking industry to utilize large models, significantly improving efficiency in financial processes [4]. Group 2: Technological Advancements and Investments - CMB's technology investments reached 13.35 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 4.37% of its operating income, with a workforce of 10,900 dedicated to research and development [3]. - The bank's historical technological innovations have positioned it among the top tier of global banks, particularly in cloud computing and mobile internet technologies [3][5]. - CMB has achieved a "cloud revolution" in computing power over three years, enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of its large model development [6][7]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - The global banking sector is witnessing a race in AI adoption, with major international banks like JPMorgan Chase and DBS Bank also integrating AI into their operations [5]. - CMB's competitive edge lies in its integrated capabilities in computing power, algorithms, and data, supported by a vast customer base of over 200 million retail clients and 3 million corporate clients [6][7]. - The bank's strategy emphasizes a hybrid model of human and AI collaboration, ensuring a balance between speed and personalized service [8].

Core Viewpoint - China Merchants Bank reported a stable growth in 2024 despite a complex macroeconomic environment, with a slight decline in net interest margin and a modest increase in net profit year-on-year [1][2]. Financial Performance - Q4 2024 net profit was CNY 35.207 billion, a decrease of approximately 8.42% quarter-on-quarter; full-year net profit reached CNY 148.391 billion, up 1.22% year-on-year [1][2]. - Total operating income for Q4 was CNY 84.779 billion, with full-year income at CNY 337.488 billion, a slight decrease of 0.48% year-on-year [1][2]. - The net interest margin for 2024 was 1.98%, down 17 basis points year-on-year, while Q4 saw a further decline to 1.94% [1][7]. Asset and Liability Management - Total assets exceeded CNY 12 trillion, growing by 10.19%, and customer deposits surpassed CNY 9 trillion, increasing by 11.54% [1]. - Non-performing loan ratio remained stable at 0.95%, with a provision coverage ratio of 411.98% [1]. Revenue Breakdown - Net interest income was CNY 211.277 billion, down 1.58% year-on-year, accounting for 62.60% of total revenue [4]. - Non-interest income reached CNY 126.211 billion, up 1.41% year-on-year, representing 37.40% of total revenue [4]. Strategic Initiatives - The bank is accelerating its transformation from "Online Bank" to "Smart Bank," with a technology investment of CNY 13.35 billion, representing 4.37% of revenue [6]. - The launch of the first open-source financial model in the domestic banking sector, named "Yizhao," highlights the bank's commitment to integrating AI into various business scenarios [6]. Business Segmentation - Retail banking remains the primary revenue contributor, accounting for 58.32% of total revenue, with retail customer assets nearing CNY 15 trillion [5]. - The bank's corporate banking segment also showed growth, with a customer base of 3.1664 million, an increase of 12.26% year-on-year [5].