This report does not constitute a rating action. What's new: We expect Fubon Bank (China) (BBB+/Stable/A-2) to continue to grow its retail banking. The bank's expansion in retail lending and control over deposit costs boosted its net interest margin by about 74 basis points to 2.21% in 2025. Fubon Bank (China) also acquired the retail business portfolio of United Overseas Bank Ltd. in July 2025, modestly increasing its loan and deposit base. Fubon Bank (China)?s performance improved in 2025, with return on average assets rising to 0.35% from 0.28% a year earlier. Why it matters: We expect Fubon Bank (China)?s continued expansion in retail banking to support its profitability and business diversity. That said, the bank's profit contribution to its