Core Insights - The "Sustainable Finance Asia-Pacific Roundtable" organized by UNEP FI will be held in Suzhou on June 19-20, 2025, focusing on sustainable finance development in the Asia-Pacific region [1] - Jiangsu Bank, as a representative of the UNEP FI Banking Council for East Asia, participated in the conference and emphasized the importance of sustainable finance in addressing climate change and ecological crises [2] Group 1: Sustainable Finance Development - The development of sustainable finance has become a global consensus, with China aligning its financial strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) [2] - As of now, 29 Chinese banks have signed the PRB, representing 30% of the total assets of all PRB signatories globally, showcasing the commitment of the Chinese financial sector [2] Group 2: Jiangsu Bank's Initiatives - Jiangsu Bank has established a sustainable finance development system driven by ESG and PRB, focusing on five pillars: specialized operations, refined risk control, low-carbon operations, professional research, and systematic information disclosure [3] - The bank has optimized its green financial product offerings, achieving a green financing scale exceeding 650 billion yuan, and has introduced innovative products such as "ESG Low Emission Loans" and "Green Factory Loans" [3] Group 3: Future Directions - Jiangsu Bank aims to deepen its responsible banking initiatives and provide high-quality financial services for the green and low-carbon transition, collaborating with global partners to create a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature [3]

Core Viewpoint - In 2024, Jiangsu Bank demonstrated robust performance amidst challenges such as declining interest rates and narrowing spreads, achieving significant growth in revenue and net profit while maintaining strong asset quality and risk management capabilities [1][2][3]. Financial Performance - Jiangsu Bank reported total assets of 3.95 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.12% [2] - The bank's total revenue reached 80.815 billion yuan, up 8.78% year-on-year, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 31.843 billion yuan, reflecting a 10.76% increase [2] - The annualized return on equity (ROE) was 13.59%, and the annualized return on assets (ROA) was 0.91%, placing the bank in the top tier of the industry [2] Revenue Structure - The bank's net interest income was 55.957 billion yuan, a 6.29% increase, accounting for 69% of total revenue [3] - Non-interest income reached 24.858 billion yuan, growing by 14.83%, indicating successful transformation towards light capital operations [3] - Despite industry-wide pressures, Jiangsu Bank maintained a net interest margin of 1.86%, which, although down 12 basis points from the previous year, remained above the industry average [3] Support for the Real Economy - Jiangsu Bank plays a crucial role in supporting the local economy, particularly in technology finance, with a technology loan balance of 232.6 billion yuan, growing by 22.8% [4] - The bank has established a service base for corporate listings and optimized its service system for technology enterprises [4] Green Finance Initiatives - The bank has developed a leading green finance brand, with green financing reaching 550.9 billion yuan, a 22.4% increase [5] - Jiangsu Bank has introduced various green financial products and actively participates in ESG development initiatives [5] Retail Banking and Wealth Management - Jiangsu Bank's retail assets under management (AUM) exceeded 1.42 trillion yuan, maintaining the top position among city commercial banks [7] - The bank's retail deposit balance grew by 16.21% to 822.9 billion yuan, while retail loans increased by 3.40% to 674.8 billion yuan [7] Risk Management - The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio decreased to 0.89%, the lowest since the bank's listing, with a provision coverage ratio of 350.10%, significantly above the industry average [9] - The bank has implemented a comprehensive risk management system to enhance its risk control capabilities [9][10] Market Performance - Jiangsu Bank's stock price rose by over 56% in 2024, closing at 9.82 yuan per share, with a total market capitalization exceeding 180 billion yuan, ranking first among city commercial banks [13][14] - The bank has maintained a cash dividend payout ratio of 30%, distributing 9.554 billion yuan in cash dividends for 2024 [14]