China expands oversight of major banks amid property sector risks

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Carol YangFebruary 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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China has expanded its list of domestic systemically important banks (D-SIBs) from 19 to 21, adding China Zheshang Bank to the list on Friday. The People's Bank of China and the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) released the updated list, which now includes six state-owned commercial banks, ten joint-stock commercial banks, and five urban lenders. This expansion signifies a move to strengthen macroprudential oversight and safeguard financial stability amid concerns about the property sector. Authorities aim to reinforce the supervision of these banks to ensure their safe operation, particularly as the property market faces a downturn. While non-performing loan ratios remain stable, containing potential risks from the property sector is a key policy priority for Beijing.

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Zhejiang province 50% Beijing 50% China Zheshang Bank 70% People's Bank of China 80% National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) ×385% China ×490%

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systemically important banks 90% property sector risks 80% financial stability 70% regulatory oversight 60% macroprudential oversight 60% banking system 50% non-performing loan ratio 50% people’s bank of china 40% china zheshang bank 40%

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