The Agricultural Bank of China (ABC), established in 1951, is one of the “Big Four” state-owned commercial banks in China and a Global Systemically Important Bank (G-SIB). Headquartered in Beijing, it listed in Shanghai and Hong Kong in 2010. ABC uniquely balances its role as a massive commercial lender with a mission to support rural revitalization and the “Three Rural” (agriculture, rural areas, and farmers) sector. With over 23,000 branches, it boasts the most extensive network in China, consistently ranking among the world’s largest banks by assets and Tier 1 capital.
Here are some articles to give you a basic understanding of the company:
Agriculture bank of china – background and history
Agriculture bank of china – competitions
Below is a list of articles for the company:
-
Agriculture Bank of China – 2025Q3 report
Overall, the report reflects a “steady growth” trajectory. Despite the compressed net interest margins facing the broader Chinese banking sector, ABC has managed to maintain positive growth in both revenue and net profit while improving its asset quality. Here is a brief analytical breakdown of the key highlights: Financial Performance & Efficiency Asset Quality and…
-
Agriculture Bank of China – Competitions
A competitive analysis of the Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) requires placing it within the context of the “Big Four” state-owned commercial banks (ICBC, CCB, ABC, BOC) and the evolving landscape of digital fintech challengers. ABC’s competitive positioning is defined by its unique “Dual-Engine” strategy: dominating the rural (County Area) market while maintaining a powerful…
-
Agriculture Bank of China – History
The history of Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) is unique among China’s “Big Four” state-owned banks. It is often described as a journey of “Three Ups and Three Downs” (due to being abolished and reinstated multiple times) before eventually evolving into a global financial powerhouse. Here is the historical breakdown of ABC by stage: 1.…