BANK OF XI'AN(600928)2023-04-27 16:00Financial Performance - The company reported a basic earnings per share of 0.55 RMB for 2022, a decrease of 12.70% compared to 0.63 RMB in 2021[18]. - The weighted average return on equity decreased to 8.57% in 2022, down by 2.02 percentage points from 10.59% in 2021[18]. - The total assets return rate was 0.65% in 2022, a decrease of 0.21 percentage points from 0.86% in 2021[18]. - The company achieved operating income of 6.568 billion yuan and net profit attributable to shareholders of 2.424 billion yuan[77]. - Net profit for 2022 was 2,426,144, representing a decrease of 13.58% year-over-year[117]. - Total operating income for 2022 was CNY 6,567,550, a decrease of 8.82% compared to CNY 7,203,045 in 2021[161]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company was CNY 2,424,443, down 13.55% from CNY 2,804,324 in 2021[161]. Cash Flow and Liquidity - The net cash flow from operating activities increased significantly by 276.85%, reaching 11.72 RMB per share in 2022, compared to 3.11 RMB per share in 2021[18]. - The company’s net cash flow from operating activities for the fourth quarter was CNY 26.865 billion, showing strong liquidity management[40]. - The liquidity coverage ratio was reported at 665.90%, indicating strong liquidity management[177]. - The net stable funding ratio at the end of 2022 was 149.84%, indicating a strong liquidity position[193]. Asset and Liability Management - As of the end of the reporting period, the total assets of the company reached CNY 405.839 billion, an increase of CNY 59.975 billion, representing a growth of 17.34% compared to the previous year[48]. - Total liabilities increased by 18.33% to 376.591 billion yuan[103]. - The company’s adjusted on-balance and off-balance sheet asset balance was CNY 441.791 billion, with a leverage ratio of 6.47%[43]. Risk Management - The company has committed to enhancing risk management and has adjusted its risk preferences in response to new changes in regional, industry, and client risks[9]. - The bank is leveraging financial technology to improve risk management efficiency, utilizing big data and AI in credit approval and risk assessment[64]. - The company has implemented measures to manage various operational risks, including credit, liquidity, and market risks[130]. Loans and Advances - The total loans reached CNY 189.688 billion, an increase of CNY 7.887 billion, representing a growth of 4.34%[48]. - The company reported a 2.44% decrease in loans and advances issued, totaling 9.226 billion yuan[69]. - The company’s loan and advance principal totaled 1.89688 trillion yuan, up 4.34% from the previous year[92]. - The non-performing loan ratio stood at 1.25%, with a provision coverage ratio of 201.63%[48]. Digital Transformation and Innovation - The company launched new digital products, including "Xi Yin e-loan guarantee version" and "Micro Business Loan," enhancing its digital banking capabilities[37]. - The company is focusing on digital banking development, enhancing mobile banking capabilities with new features and services[62]. - The bank's digital transformation efforts include enhancing data infrastructure and integrating online and offline services[74]. - The company aims to improve digital banking services by optimizing internet loan structures and enhancing risk control systems[123]. Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships - The company continues to support key projects in green finance and rural revitalization, aligning with government policies to stabilize the regional economy[7]. - The company has established a partnership with BYD, investing CNY 10 billion to create the largest licensed auto finance company in the country, supporting the development of the new energy vehicle industry in Xi'an[49]. - The company is actively supporting regional economic development by providing funding for key projects in infrastructure, urban renovation, and livelihood security[184]. - The company has implemented financial support plans for key industries such as manufacturing and cultural tourism, resulting in a net increase of 240 clients in these sectors compared to the previous year[198]. Income and Expenses - Interest income for the year was 13.870 billion yuan, a decrease of 0.29% compared to the previous year[69]. - Net interest income was 5.508 billion yuan, reflecting a decline of 8.09% year-on-year[70]. - Non-interest net income was 1.060 billion yuan, with a significant decrease of 25.02% from the previous year[84]. - The bank's total interest expenses increased by 5.62%, amounting to 8.363 billion yuan[69]. - The company incurred operating and management expenses of 1.89 billion yuan, with a cost-to-income ratio of 28.92%[87]. Capital Adequacy - The capital adequacy ratio as of December 31, 2022, was 12.84%, a decline of 1.28 percentage points from 14.12% at the end of 2021[18]. - The loan provision coverage ratio decreased to 201.63%, down 22.58 percentage points from 224.21% in 2021[163].