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Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd

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ROE
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Net margin
73,7 %
Debt / equity
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About

Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd provides a range of banking and financial services, including deposits, loans, and wealth management, primarily in the Suzhou region of China.

Business. Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd (002966.SZ) is a bank headquartered in Suzhou, China, operating within the Financials sector. The company is primarily listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not available.

Classification92 %
SectorFinancials
Business sectorBanking & Investment Services
IndustryBanks
Generated · model-assisted
Sell-side consensus
BUY7 analysts
6 buy1 hold0 sell
Avg 12m price target9,79

Analyst recommendations

7 analysts · consensus Buy
Buy6
Hold1
Sell0
12-month price target
9,79
Consensus of sell-side coverage.
Upcoming events
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At a glance

Score
not yet scored
Valuation
valuation pending
Analysts
Buy
7 analysts · indicative
Ownership
not yet wired
Profitability
3,2 %
return on equity
Quality
not yet scored

What drives this business

The watch-list the newsroom runs for this company — derived from its sector path, sharpened layer by layer. Not investment advice.

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News & coverage

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  • Sector rotation

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    Communication Services+2,2 %−5,5 %+1,6 %
    Energy+0,6 %+3,3 %+0,0 %
    Health Care+0,6 %−0,8 %+0,0 %
    Information Technology+0,6 %+6,7 %+0,0 %
    Consumer Discretionary+0,4 %+7,6 %−0,2 %
    Financials · THIS SECTOR−0,3 %−2,8 %−0,9 %
    Consumer Staples−0,4 %+2,5 %−1,0 %
    Real Estate−0,7 %+10,9 %−1,3 %
    Industrials−1,9 %−3,1 %−2,5 %
    Utilities−1,9 %+28,2 %−2,5 %

    Developing storylines

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    Analysis

    AI analysis
    Generated · analysis pipeline · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 ↑ At a glance

    Opportunity

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    Upcoming catalysts

    Scheduled public events. Informational only — not investment advice.

    • Peers
    • DividendDividend USD 1.75/sh2026-09-25 · Bank of America (BAC)
    • EarningsQ3 2026 earnings (expected)2026-10-13 · estimated · JPMorgan Chase (JPM)
    • EarningsQ3 2026 earnings (expected)2026-10-13 · estimated · Citigroup (C)
    • Macro
    • Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
    • Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
    • Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
    • Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
    • Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
    • Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
    • Macro & political
    • ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
    • ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
    • ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR

    Pre-earnings brief

    Briefing · model-assisted

    Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd (002966.SZ) has been formally classified within the "Banks" activity and "Financials" economic sector, marking a significant structural update to its corporate profile. This taxonomy classification, which carries medium severity, establishes the foundational context for analyzing the institution's operational scope and market positioning. Concurrently, the bank's risk assessment framework has been initialized with specific metrics. Dilution risk is now rated as "low," indicating a stable capital structure with minimal threat of share value erosion. This assessment provides a baseline for evaluating the company's equity health and shareholder protection mechanisms. Liquidity risk, however, is assessed at a "medium" level. This designation highlights the importance of monitoring the bank's ability to meet short-term obligations and manage cash flow volatility, a critical factor for financial institutions operating in dynamic market conditions. These updates reflect a comprehensive review of the bank's fundamental attributes, including its sector alignment and risk profile. With no current analyst coverage or index membership noted, these internal assessments serve as primary indicators for understanding the company's current financial standing and operational risks.

    Signals & dispatch

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    Composite-score breakdown

    Synthesis

    Business

    Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd (002966.SZ) is a bank headquartered in Suzhou, China, operating within the Financials sector. The company is primarily listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not available.

    Classification92 %
    SectorFinancials
    Business sectorBanking & Investment Services
    IndustryBanks
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    Bank of Suzhou maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.41, indicating a capital structure that is significantly leveraged. The company's liquidity position is assessed as medium, with a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt. This suggests that the company may face challenges in meeting short-term obligations without additional financing. The return on equity (ROE) of 3.17% is below the typical benchmark for banks, which is often in the range of 10-15%, indicating that the company is not generating strong returns for its shareholders.

    The company's profitability, as measured by return on assets (ROA) of 0.23%, is also below the industry median for banks, which is typically around 1.0% or higher. This suggests that the company is not efficiently utilizing its assets to generate profit. The net income of 1.497 billion CNY for the period indicates a profitable operation, but the ROA and ROE figures suggest that the company's profitability is not as strong as its peers.

    Bank of Suzhou's revenue is primarily concentrated in the Suzhou region, with no significant international exposure disclosed in the available data. This geographic concentration may expose the company to regional economic risks, such as local regulatory changes or economic downturns. The company does not report segment-specific revenue figures, making it difficult to assess the contribution of different business lines to overall performance.

    The company's growth trajectory is not clearly defined in the available data, as there are no specific revenue growth figures provided for the current or next fiscal year. However, the capital expenditure of -189.17 million CNY suggests that the company is not investing heavily in new projects or infrastructure, which may limit its long-term growth potential. The negative capital expenditure could also indicate a reduction in maintenance or operational spending, which may affect the company's ability to maintain its current level of service.

    The risk assessment for Bank of Suzhou highlights a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The company's liquidity risk is primarily due to its negative net cash position after subtracting total debt, which could lead to financial distress if not managed properly. The low dilution risk suggests that the company is not likely to issue additional shares in the near term, which is a positive sign for existing shareholders. The company's capital structure and liquidity position are key areas to monitor for potential financial stress.

    Recent events and filings for Bank of Suzhou do not provide specific details on new initiatives or strategic changes. The company's financial performance and risk profile suggest that it is maintaining a stable but not particularly dynamic business model. The lack of detailed information on recent events makes it challenging to assess the company's current strategic direction and its ability to adapt to changing market conditions.

    Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd (002966.SZ) has been formally classified within the "Banks" activity and "Financials" economic sector, marking a significant structural update to its corporate profile. This taxonomy classification, which carries medium severity, establishes the foundational context for analyzing the institution's operational scope and market positioning. Concurrently, the bank's risk assessment framework has been initialized with specific metrics. Dilution risk is now rated as "low," indicating a stable capital structure with minimal threat of share value erosion. This assessment provides a baseline for evaluating the company's equity health and shareholder protection mechanisms. Liquidity risk, however, is assessed at a "medium" level. This designation highlights the importance of monitoring the bank's ability to meet short-term obligations and manage cash flow volatility, a critical factor for financial institutions operating in dynamic market conditions. These updates reflect a comprehensive review of the bank's fundamental attributes, including its sector alignment and risk profile. With no current analyst coverage or index membership noted, these internal assessments serve as primary indicators for understanding the company's current financial standing and operational risks.

    Key takeaways
    • Bank of Suzhou has a high debt-to-equity ratio of 2.41, indicating a leveraged capital structure.
    • The company's ROE of 3.17% is below the typical benchmark for banks, suggesting weak shareholder returns.
    • The company's ROA of 0.23% is below the industry median, indicating inefficient asset utilization.
    • Bank of Suzhou's revenue is primarily concentrated in the Suzhou region, exposing it to regional economic risks.
    • The company's liquidity risk is assessed as medium, with a negative net cash position after subtracting total debt.
    • The company's capital expenditure is negative, suggesting limited investment in growth initiatives.

    Bull / Bear case

    Generated · model-assisted
    BULL CASE · 4

    Net income grew at a 14.5% CAGR over four years, reaching 5.35 billion CNY in FY2026.

    Analysts project 18.7% upside to a mean price target of 9.79 CNY, based on seven buy recommendations.

    Total assets expanded at a 14.9% CAGR over five years, reaching 789.4 billion CNY in FY2026.

    Cash conversion ratio of 21.13 is best-in-class, vastly outperforming the 1.15 cohort median.

    BEAR CASE · 5

    Return on equity of 3.17% is below the 6.16% median for 992 comparable banks.

    Debt-to-equity ratio of 2.41 places the bank in the bottom quartile of 1,012 peers.

    Return on assets of 0.23% indicates low profitability relative to the total asset base.

    Long-term debt increased to 158.3 billion CNY in FY2026, reflecting rising leverage obligations.

    The company faces medium liquidity risk, which could constrain operational flexibility during market stress.

    In focus — financials by report

    Annual
    ANNUALFiled 2026-04-28
    FY 2026 · Full-year highlights

    Revenue ¥8.66B, +9,6% YoY; Net income +5,5% YoY.

    Revenue¥8.66B+9,6 % YoY
    Operating income
    Net income¥5.35B+5,5 % YoY
    Free cash flow¥2.79B+26,1 % YoY
    EPS
    Operating cash flow¥11.09B+1,1 % YoY
    Financials
    Income statement
    Revenue¥8.66B
    Gross profit
    Operating income
    Net income¥5.35B
    Margins
    Gross margin
    Operating margin
    Net margin61.8%
    FCF margin32.2%
    Balance sheet
    Total assets¥789.42B
    Total liabilities¥728.39B
    Total equity¥61.03B
    Cash & equivalents
    Long-term debt¥158.26B
    Cash flow
    Operating cash flow¥11.09B
    CapEx-¥412.6M
    Free cash flow¥2.79B
    SBC
    P&L flow · revenue → net income
    Revenue ¥2.03BFinance ¥3.17BNet income ¥1.50B
    Highlights
    • Revenue ¥8.66B, +9,6% YoY
    • Net income +5,5% YoY
    • Free cash flow +26,1% YoY
    • Net margin 61.8%

    Valuation FY

    Market price
    ¥8,25
    Market cap
    Enterprise value
    P/E
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    EV / Op income
    EV / OCF
    P / B
    P / Tangible book
    Tangible book
    ¥47.26B
    Net cash
    -¥113.97B
    Current ratio
    Debt / equity
    2.4
    ROA
    0.2%
    ROE
    3.2%
    Cash conversion
    2113.0%
    CapEx / revenue
    -9.3%
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

    Revenue by segment

    Market share

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    Market position

    Stress test

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    Predictor forecast

    Next quarternear-term
    Earnings · next quarterconf 46 %
    EPS
    Consensus EPS
    1,28
    Predicted surprise
    +0,01
    Beat probability
    46 %
    Analysts
    7
    Other metrics
    Revenue
    no estimate
    Segment revenue
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    Margin
    no estimate
    Segment margin
    no estimate
    revision ratio 0,01 · as of 2026-05-18 · Earnings Surprise V1
    Period note: consensus is not fiscal-period-aligned at source — read as consensus vs the last reported actual, not a calibrated same-quarter surprise.
    Full fiscal year~1 year ahead
    Full fiscal year · our forecast vs guidance vs consensus
    MetricOur forecastGuidanceConsensus
    EPSno estimateno estimate1,28
    Revenueno estimateno estimate13,3B CNY
    Operating incomeno estimateno estimate8,2B CNY
    Full-year consensus mean (period as reported by source) · consensus in CNY. Company-level full-year forecast and management guidance are not yet modelled at scale — shown as "no estimate", never inferred.
    Probabilistic model output — not investment advice. · generated 2026-08-04

    Options

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    Consensus distribution

    sell-side coverage
    Recommendation distribution7 analysts
    Strong buy4
    Buy2
    Hold1
    Sell0
    Strong sell0
    12-month price target¥9,79 · Median ¥9,67
    Low ¥8,58High ¥10,91
    Operating income · consensus8,2B CNY
    EPS surprise
    −11,6 %
    reported vs consensus · miss
    Revenue surprise
    −6,8 %
    reported vs consensus · miss

    Estimate revisions

    consensus EPS · 26-week trend
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    Sell-side observations

    Low¥8,58
    Mean¥9,79
    Median¥9,67
    High¥10,91
    Spot¥8,25
    +18.7 %implied to mean12-month sell-side price targets · ▲ spot

    Themes

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    ESG

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    Risk factors

    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Filing-based flags
    • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.

    Benchmarks vs cohort

    Net Margin73,7 %Best in class
    ROE3,2 %Below median
    Capex / Rev-9,3 %Below median
    D/E2,41Bottom quartile
    Cash Conv21,13Best in class

    Corporate actions / M&A

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    FX exposure

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    Comparable transactions

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    Derivatives & instruments

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    Actions

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    Data sources
    • Market data
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    • Issuer disclosures
    • Public news
    • Earnings transcripts
    • Consensus estimates
    • ESG data
    How metrics are computed
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Net Cash
      cash_and_equivalents + short_term_investments - short_term_debt - long_term_debt
    • Capex To Revenue
      capital_expenditure / revenue
    • Return On Equity
      net_income / total_equity
    • Debt To Equity
      (short_term_debt + long_term_debt) / total_equity
    • Cash Conversion Ratio
      operating_cash_flow / net_income
    Source documents
    • Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd Market data — financials · 2026-05-26
    • Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-26
    • Bank of Suzhou Co Ltd Market data — ESG · 2026-05-26

    Ownership & reference

    Leadership

    • Qingjun CuiExecutive Chairman of the Board

    Insider activity

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    Short positioning

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    Geographic breakdown

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    Listings · one canonical issuer all listings resolve to the canonical
    002966.SZCanonical
    Shenzhen Stock Exchange · CNY

    Intel & risk

    PredictorBeat prob46 %Surprise+0,01Full forecast →
    What changed

    4 tracked-field change(s) detected vs prior analysis; max severity: medium.

    • Dilution risk— → lowlow
    • Liquidity risk— → mediumlow
    • Activity— → Banksmedium
    • Economic sector— → Financialsmedium
    vs prior analysis today
    peak dispatch · —
    OSINT findings
    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
    Relationship graph
    002966JPMBACCBanks
    This companyPeerSector

    Evidence & claims

    From filings & derived data
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    The Thread

    Everything we know, in order
    2026-06-30 03:38 UTCEARNINGSUpcomingForecast: earnings_forecast (90d)
    2026-04-28 19:27 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2026 Revenue CNY 8.66B · Net CNY 5.35B
    2025-02-10 16:04 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2025 Revenue CNY 7.91B · Net CNY 5.07B
    2024-04-26 17:36 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2024 Revenue CNY 8.48B · Net CNY 4.60B
    2023-01-30 09:48 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2023 Revenue CNY 8.34B · Net CNY 3.92B
    2022-01-16 14:20 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2022 Revenue CNY 7.53B · Net CNY 3.11B
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