Core Viewpoint - The first "mega" convertible bond project in history, the SPDB convertible bond, is set to delist from the Shanghai Stock Exchange, with a conversion rate of 99.67%, significantly exceeding market expectations [2][4]. Summary by Sections Convertible Bond Performance - As of October 27, the SPDB convertible bond had an unconverted balance of 164 million yuan, representing only 0.33% of the total issuance of 50 billion yuan [4]. - The bond was issued on October 28, 2019, with a maturity date of October 28, 2025, and was intended to support the bank's future business development and core tier one capital [4]. Market Dynamics - Following the delisting of the SPDB convertible bond, only six bank convertible bonds will remain in the market, with five having a conversion rate of less than 0.01% [2][7]. - The disparity in performance among bank convertible bonds is attributed to the underlying stock performance [6][9]. Investor Activity - Multiple capital entities, including China Mobile, have increased their holdings in SPDB through the conversion of bonds, raising their stake to 18.18% [4][5]. - The management of SPDB has accelerated the conversion process this year, reflecting confidence in the bank's future operations and capital replenishment [5]. Future Outlook - The market for bank convertible bonds may continue to shrink in the short term due to a lack of large financial convertible bond issuance and ongoing low conversion rates [9]. - This situation may lead to a restructuring of the convertible bond market, with institutional investors seeking alternative assets to fill the gap left by the exiting bank convertible bonds [9].

Industry Investment Rating No industry investment rating information is provided in the report. Core Views - The long - and short - end of US Treasury yields continued to decline last week, and the long - end briefly fell below 4%, suggesting an increased market bet on US economic recession. The gold price correction on Friday raised concerns about changing market bets. Global liquidity is shifting more firmly towards easing, which will fuel the further bubble of AI themes, strengthen market structuring, benefit the technology sector in the short - term, and be negative for precious metals [1][43][44]. - China's ChiNext and STAR Market weakened with a strong wait - and - see sentiment, and convertible bonds followed suit. Low - price, large - cap, and high - rating convertible bonds were relatively resilient. The high - low rotation in the convertible bond market preceded that in the equity market, possibly due to factors such as the amplification effect of convertible bond valuation, large - scale redemptions of high - standard bonds, and the low risk appetite of convertible bond investors [1][44]. - Considering both external and domestic factors, the main logic of technology computing power and electricity remains valid. With the approaching earnings season, it is recommended to focus on sectors with relatively certain earnings improvement, such as new energy and some chemical fields. Convertible bonds like Pingmei, Yuguang, Xingfa, Aidi, Saite, and Shouhua are recommended for their defensive properties [1]. - The top ten convertible bonds with the highest probability of downward revision next week are Ziyin, Lanfan, Dongshi, Baolai, Longda, Jiangong, Wanqing, Jidong, Shanlu, and Aojia Convertible Bonds [1][44]. - The top ten high - rating, medium - low - price convertible bonds with the greatest potential for par premium rate repair next week are Sheng24, Changji, Pufa, Chunqiu, Ying19, Xiwang, Liqun, Wentai, Liuyao, and Jieneng Convertible Bonds [1][44]. Summary by Directory 1. Week - on - Week Market Review 1.1 Equity Market Declined Overall - From October 13th to 17th, the equity market declined. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 1.47% to 3839.76 points, the Shenzhen Component Index dropped 4.99% to 12688.94 points, the ChiNext Index decreased 5.71% to 2935.37 points, and the CSI 300 Index declined 2.22% to 4514.23 points. The average daily trading volume of the two markets decreased by about 2039.56 billion yuan to 21766.30 billion yuan, a week - on - week decline of 8.57% [6][10]. - Among the 31 Shenwan primary industries, 4 industries rose, with 2 industries rising more than 2%. Banking, coal, food and beverage, and transportation led the gains, rising 4.89%, 4.17%, 0.86%, and 0.37% respectively. Electronics, media, automobiles, communications, and machinery led the losses, with declines of 7.14%, 6.27%, 5.99%, 5.92%, and 5.84% respectively [13]. 1.2 Convertible Bond Market Declined Overall - From October 13th to 17th, the CSI Convertible Bond Index fell 2.35% to 474.22 points. Among the 29 Shenwan primary industries, only the banking industry rose 0.93%. Electronics, communications, national defense and military industry, non - ferrous metals, and computers led the losses, falling 6.45%, 5.71%, 5.25%, 5.13%, and 4.59% respectively [16]. - The average daily trading volume of the convertible bond market was 709.50 billion yuan, a significant decrease of 54.72 billion yuan, a week - on - week change of - 7.16%. The top ten convertible bonds in terms of trading volume were Yuguang, Guanzhong, Huicheng, Wentai, Jingxing, Wujin, Saili, Yiwei, Luwei, and Outong Convertible Bonds [16]. - Approximately 10.66% of convertible bond issues rose, about 6.64% had a gain between 0 - 1%, and 1.66% had a gain of over 2% [16]. 1.3 Comparison of Stock and Bond Market Sentiments - From October 13th to 17th, the weekly weighted average and median of convertible bond and underlying stock returns were negative, and the underlying stocks had a larger decline. In terms of trading volume, the convertible bond market's trading volume increased 16.05% week - on - week, at the 66.60% quantile since 2022, while the underlying stock market's trading volume increased 11.91% week - on - week, at the 94.70% quantile since 2022. About 10.85% of convertible bonds and 17.46% of underlying stocks rose, and about 66.84% of convertible bonds had a higher return than their underlying stocks. Overall, the trading sentiment in the convertible bond market was better [40]. - On specific trading days, the convertible bond market had better trading sentiment on October 13th, 16th, and 17th, while the underlying stock market had better trading sentiment on October 14th and 15th [41]. 2. Outlook and Investment Strategy - The main logic of technology computing power and electricity remains valid, and relevant catalysts have both short - term intermittency and long - term sustainability. Near the earnings season, it is recommended to focus on sectors with relatively certain earnings improvement, such as new energy and some chemical fields. Convertible bonds like Pingmei, Yuguang, Xingfa, Aidi, Saite, and Shouhua are recommended [1][44]. - The top ten convertible bonds with the highest probability of downward revision next week are Ziyin, Lanfan, Dongshi, Baolai, Longda, Jiangong, Wanqing, Jidong, Shanlu, and Aojia Convertible Bonds [1][44][45]. - The top ten high - rating, medium - low - price convertible bonds with the greatest potential for par premium rate repair next week are Sheng24, Changji, Pufa, Chunqiu, Ying19, Xiwang, Liqun, Wentai, Liuyao, and Jieneng Convertible Bonds [1][44][46].

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The announcements from six listed banks in A-shares regarding the results of convertible bond conversions indicate a significant amount of capital being converted into ordinary shares, reflecting the banks' strategies to enhance their equity base and manage capital effectively [1][2][3]. Group 1: Bank-Specific Announcements - Shanghai Pudong Development Bank reported that as of September 30, 2025, a total of RMB 25.43 billion of its convertible bonds have been converted into 2.00 billion shares, representing 6.82% of the total ordinary shares before conversion [1]. - Industrial Bank announced that RMB 8.65 billion of its convertible bonds have been converted into 388.66 million shares, accounting for 1.87% of its total ordinary shares prior to conversion [1]. - Shanghai Bank disclosed that RMB 22.17 million of its convertible bonds have been converted into 2.47 million shares, which is 0.0174% of its total ordinary shares before conversion [1]. - Chongqing Bank stated that RMB 856,000 of its convertible bonds have been converted into 80,463 shares, making up 0.0023% of its total ordinary shares prior to conversion [1]. - Changshu Bank reported that RMB 511,000 of its convertible bonds have been converted into 72,349 shares, representing 0.003% of its total ordinary shares before conversion [2]. - Zijin Bank indicated that RMB 432,000 of its convertible bonds have been converted into 98,352 shares, which is 0.0027% of its total shares before conversion [2].

Core Points - The Supervisory Board of Jiangsu Zijin Rural Commercial Bank Co., Ltd. held a meeting on August 27, 2025, to review the half-year report and its summary for 2025, confirming compliance with relevant laws and regulations [1][2] - The meeting had full attendance with 9 supervisors present, and all resolutions were passed unanimously with 9 votes in favor, 0 against, and 0 abstentions [2] Summary by Sections Meeting Details - The meeting was convened in accordance with the Company Law and internal regulations, with prior notification sent via email on August 17, 2025 [1] - All 9 supervisors attended the meeting, ensuring a quorum for decision-making [1] Resolutions Passed - The Supervisory Board approved the half-year report and its summary, affirming that the preparation and review processes adhered to legal and regulatory requirements [1] - The content and format of the report were deemed compliant with regulatory standards, accurately reflecting the bank's operations without any breaches of confidentiality or harm to the bank's interests [1]

Core Viewpoint - Jiangsu Zijin Rural Commercial Bank reported steady growth in key financial metrics for the first half of 2025, with a focus on supporting rural and small enterprises while maintaining a robust risk management framework [2][3]. Financial Performance - Total operating income for the first half of 2025 reached CNY 2,392.67 million, a slight increase of 0.49% compared to CNY 2,381.01 million in the same period of 2024 [2]. - Total profit amounted to CNY 1,064.76 million, reflecting a 1.83% increase from CNY 1,045.58 million year-on-year [2]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 912.48 million, a marginal increase of 0.12% from CNY 911.41 million in the previous year [2]. - The bank's total assets grew to CNY 272.09 billion, up 0.79% from CNY 269.94 billion at the end of the previous year [2]. - The non-performing loan ratio stood at 1.24%, with a provision coverage ratio of 200.48% [3]. Business Operations - The bank's loan balance for agricultural and small enterprises reached CNY 1,283.80 billion, accounting for 66.9% of total loans [3]. - The bank has focused on enhancing its service to the real economy, particularly in rural and small business sectors, aligning with national policies [3][4]. - The bank has implemented a strategic transformation, upgrading its microfinance department and signing strategic cooperation agreements with local governments [4][5]. Risk Management - The bank has established a comprehensive risk management system, focusing on credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks [9]. - The management has emphasized compliance culture and risk awareness among staff, enhancing the overall risk control framework [4][9]. Market Positioning - The bank maintains a strong commitment to serving rural areas and small enterprises, positioning itself as a key player in local economic development [8]. - The bank's governance structure is designed to integrate party leadership with corporate governance, ensuring effective oversight and management [8].

Core Viewpoint - The company, Zijin Bank, has shown steady growth in its financial performance, with a focus on strategic transformation and enhanced management capabilities, despite facing challenges in the current economic environment [6]. Financial Performance - Total assets reached 2720.90 billion RMB, an increase of 0.79% compared to the beginning of the year [6]. - Total deposits and loans amounted to 2148.15 billion RMB and 1917.93 billion RMB, reflecting growth rates of 2.31% and 1.56% respectively [6]. - Operating income was 23.93 billion RMB, representing a year-on-year growth of 0.49% [6]. - Net profit stood at 9.12 billion RMB, with a slight increase of 0.12% year-on-year [6]. - The non-performing loan ratio was reported at 1.24%, with a provision coverage ratio of 200.48% [6]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is advancing its strategic transformation by upgrading its microfinance department to a primary department, enhancing support in personnel, policies, and resources [6]. - Strategic partnerships have been established with local governments and enterprises to expand business opportunities [6]. - The company is actively developing domestic credit certificate and interbank factoring businesses [6]. Management Enhancements - The management team has signed compliance commitment letters and is promoting a culture of compliance throughout the organization [6]. - A data risk control team has been established to formulate risk mitigation measures [6]. - The company is focusing on key clients to manage and mitigate risk loans effectively [6].

Core Viewpoint - Qilu Bank's convertible bond (Qilu Convertible Bond) is set to be delisted, marking the fifth bank convertible bond to exit the market this year, which will further enhance the scarcity of bank convertible bonds [2][5][6]. Group 1: Qilu Convertible Bond Details - The last trading day for Qilu Convertible Bond is August 8, with the final conversion day on August 13, and it will be delisted on August 14 [2]. - Investors can either trade the bond in the secondary market or convert it at a price of 5 CNY per share, or face forced redemption at a price of 100 CNY per bond plus accrued interest, totaling 100.7068 CNY per bond [3]. - The bond was originally set to mature in 2028 but was triggered for forced redemption due to the underlying stock price rising above 130% of the conversion price for 15 trading days [3]. Group 2: Qilu Bank's Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Qilu Bank reported revenue of approximately 6.782 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of 5.76%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of approximately 2.734 billion CNY, up 16.48% [3][4]. - The net interest margin has stabilized, with net interest income reaching 4.998 billion CNY, a growth of 13.57%, and net commission income of 817 million CNY, also up 13.64% [4]. - The non-performing loan ratio stands at 1.09%, a decrease of 0.10 percentage points from the end of the previous year, and the provision coverage ratio has improved to 343.24%, an increase of 20.86 percentage points [4]. Group 3: Market Implications of Convertible Bond Delisting - The delisting of Qilu Convertible Bond will reduce the number of bank convertible bonds to seven, and with the upcoming delisting of another bond in October, the total market size of bank convertible bonds is expected to fall below 100 billion CNY [2][5][6]. - The scarcity of bank convertible bonds is expected to increase, with potential remaining bonds at year-end estimated to be around 63.9 billion CNY if certain bonds complete conversion [6]. - Analysts predict that the gradual delisting of bank convertible bonds will lead to a restructuring of the market and valuation, with banks having a strong incentive to convert bonds into equity [7][8].

Market Review - Convertible bonds have continued to rise alongside equities, with the Shanghai Composite Index increasing by 3.74% in July, while the CSI Convertible Bond Index rose by 2.87%, underperforming equities by 0.87 percentage points [8][15] - The average closing price of convertible bonds reached 140.73 yuan as of July 31, marking a 4.44% increase from the end of June and a new high for 2023 [15][17] - The average conversion premium for convertible bonds was 39.20%, with a weighted average of 40.08%, both at the lowest levels since January 2023 [17][19] Strategy Layout - The recommended strategy involves a non-typical barbell approach, focusing on sectors such as military industry, AI computing power, and low-altitude economy, while also including low-volatility dividends and high-cost performance varieties to navigate potential market fluctuations [3][37] - The previous convertible bond selection yielded a return of 19.46% from May to July, significantly outperforming the CSI Convertible Bond Index's 8.17% increase, with all holdings generating positive returns [36][37] - The report suggests maintaining the barbell strategy, emphasizing high-quality stocks in popular themes and low-priced convertible bonds to enhance defensive positions [3][37] Changes in Holder Structure - As of July 2025, the total market for convertible bonds on the Shanghai Stock Exchange was 399.31 billion yuan, a decrease of 6.297 billion yuan from the previous month [2][24] - The top five holders of convertible bonds included public funds (1,419.79 billion yuan, 36%), corporate annuities (734.97 billion yuan, 18%), and insurance institutions (353.05 billion yuan, 9%) [2][24] - On the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, the total market for convertible bonds was 318.65 billion yuan, with public funds increasing their holdings by 8.115 billion yuan [2][24] Primary Market Dynamics - In July, nine new convertible bonds were listed, with four exceeding 1 billion yuan in issuance, indicating a positive market sentiment towards new issues [31][32] - The report notes that all new bonds had initial prices above 127 yuan, reflecting strong demand [31][32] - Several companies have received approval for convertible bond issuance, with ongoing applications and proposals in various stages of the approval process [31][34]

Core Viewpoint - The company held its 19th meeting of the 4th Supervisory Board on August 5, 2025, where it approved the proposal to amend its articles of association, which will be submitted for shareholder approval [1]. Group 1 - The meeting was conducted in accordance with relevant laws and regulations, with all 9 supervisors present [1]. - The proposal to amend the company's articles of association received unanimous support, with 9 votes in favor and no votes against or abstentions [1].

Core Points - The company, Jiangsu Zijin Rural Commercial Bank Co., Ltd., announced the interest payment details for its convertible bonds, "Ziyin Convertible Bonds," which will be paid on July 23, 2025 [1][2][3] - The coupon rates for the bonds are set at 2.00% for the fifth year and 2.50% for the sixth year [1][2] - The interest payment will be made to all registered bondholders as of the record date, July 22, 2025 [2][3] Summary by Sections Bond Details - The interest rate for the current interest period is 2.00% (including tax), equating to an interest payment of 2.00 RMB per bond with a face value of 100 RMB [2][3] - The bond is rated AA+ with a stable outlook by the credit rating agency, United Ratings [2] Payment Schedule - The record date for interest payment is July 22, 2025, with the ex-dividend date and payment date both set for July 23, 2025 [1][2] Payment Method - The company has signed an agreement with China Securities Depository and Clearing Corporation Limited, Shanghai Branch, to handle the interest payment process [3][4] - Investors will receive their interest payments through their respective brokerage firms or other recognized institutions [3] Tax Information - Individual investors are subject to a 20% personal income tax on the interest income, resulting in a net payment of 1.60 RMB per bond after tax [3][4] - Foreign institutional investors are exempt from corporate income tax and value-added tax on the interest income from these bonds until December 31, 2025 [4] Contact Information - The issuer's office is located in Nanjing, and the contact person is Ge Lingyan [4][5] - The lead underwriter is CITIC Securities Co., Ltd., based in Shanghai [4][5]