UNDERGRADUATE THESIS (PROJECT)

题 目： Fintech Adoption and its

Implications on the Financial

Performance of Banks

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 ABSTRACT

China's banks are adopting Fintech, transforming traditional banking practices. This shift
could improve efficiency, customer experience, and financial inclusion. Understanding its
impact on financial performance is crucial for policymakers and institutions. This research
can shape regulatory frameworks, guide Chinese banks, and provide global lessons for
banking in the digital age. The study indicates a positive correlation between banks'
Fintech investments and their financial performance, enhancing operational efficiency,
customer experience, risk management, and market access. However, the impact of mobile
banking and liquidity has a small but statistically significant. China can encourage fintech
adoption by implementing policies that incentivize banks to invest in fintech, such as tax
benefits or dedicated funds. A robust regulatory framework is crucial for consumer
protection, data privacy, and cybersecurity. China can facilitate collaborations between
banks and fintech firms to drive innovation and enhance financial performance.
Additionally, China should focus on skill development and training programs for bank
employees to effectively embrace fintech advancements.

Keywords: fintech, adoption, implications, financial performance, banks

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1......................................................................................................

1.Introduction.....................................................................................................................
1.2.Research question.........................................................................................................
1.3.Research objectives......................................................................................................

CHAPTER 2: Literature review........................................................................

1. The concept of fintech....................................................................................................

1.2. The impact of Fintech Companies on banks...............................................................
1.3. How Fintech impact on financial performance of the banks.......................................
1.4. How Fintech regulation impact on banking industry................................................

CHAPTER 3: Methodology............................................................................

1. Data Collection............................................................................................................
1.2. Research Methodology..............................................................................................

CHAPTER 4: Eimpirical Results....................................................................

CHAPTER 5: Conclusions..............................................................................

References.......................................................................................................

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 CHAPTER 1: Introduction

1.1. Background of the study

The fast development of network technology and the internet in recent years
has led to spectacular growth in the financial industry as well as other conventional
businesses (Wang et al., 2021). The emergence of several ground-breaking digital
technologies, including blockchain, big data, cloud computing, augmented reality
(AR), the internet of things (IoT) and virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AR),
and robot adversaries, has sparked a tidal wave of revolutionary innovation in the
Fintech sector. New payment systems, insurance, asset management, and other
financial services have been introduced as a consequence, eventually changing the
financial system and the nature of business as a whole. In 2023 (Elia et al.). According
to Gomber (2017), the term "financial technology" (abbreviated as "fintech") refers to
any digital instrument that enhances, replaces, digitizes, or otherwise modifies the
status quo of traditional banking and finance. Fintech, according to Darolles (2016), is
the use of many modern technical approaches to support the growth of the financial
services sector. Fintech businesses have arisen as a new type of financial
intermediaries by using technological advancements to enable new business models,
rethink operational procedures, and produce enhanced products and services (Suryono
et al., 2020). Fintech is still a very small business overall, despite the fact that it has
grown fast over the previous ten years and is now starting to encroach on
conventional banking activity.
The predicted value of worldwide financial services in 2021 was $ 23,319.52
billion. However, the size of global Fintech activity that year was around $210 billion,
showing that Fintech has not yet significantly impacted the finance sector. For
instance, in the UK in 2020, loans created by banks totaled £103 billion, whereas
loans originated by P2P lenders totaled £4 billion. While P2P lending has acquired
greater popularity in China and Japan, similar tendencies may be witnessed in other
countries. The relationship between financial services and information technology has
been extensively recognized and debated. Over the last several decades, there has
been much discussion about it (Thakor, 2020). The phrase "Fintech" was first used in
the scientific literature in 1972 (Milian et al., 2019). The emergence of Fintech has
eventually increased the competitiveness of commercial banks due to the major
contribution that digital technology has made to enhancing the effectiveness of
services supplied by financial institutions to small and micro firms (Berger et al.,
2019). The demand for Fintech solutions is rising as a result of financial institutions
and banks' strong desire to lower customer acquisition costs, manage risk, and
enhance operational efficiency while providing a better user experience for a wider
range of consumers (Wang et al., 2021).

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 The expansion of Fintech has aided banks in expanding their operations,
which has improved their overall performance since the banking sector is significantly
reliant on information and technology improvements (Campanella et al., 2022).
According to Dorfleitner et al. (2017) and Begenau et al. (2018), Fintech innovation
may have a substantial beneficial influence on conventional banking, indicating the
possibility of a paradigm change in the financial industry. The rationale for this is that
banks, as opposed to internet-based microlending businesses, may benefit from their
access to large volumes of consumer and transactional data to achieve greater
commercial success. Banks may be able to make use of their enormous "big data"
capabilities to proactively identify new borrowers and reduce credit risk, according to
researchers like Gu et al. (2020) and Sheng (2021). The earnings power, capital
sufficiency, liquidity ratios, asset quality, and management effectiveness of banks are
all significantly impacted by the development of Fintech. Instead of fighting it, banks
should adopt a more objective approach to the development of Fintech and focus on
the benefits rather than the dangers it brings. By collaborating with Fintech companies
more, financial institutions may hasten their digital innovation and transformation
(Temel et al., 2023). Buchak et al. (2018) emphasize the risk of lower market share
and decreasing earnings owing to increasing competition from online lending and
investing platforms. However, the Fintech boom is presenting substantial challenges
to conventional banks. In the meanwhile, research by Boot et al. (2021) has shown the
extensive effects of internet lending on banks' lending operations.
According to Buchak et al. (2018), the Fintech sector accounted for a startling
30% of the increase seen in the shadow banking system in the United States in 2018,
demonstrating the profound influence of Fintech's rise on the financial landscape. The
market dominance of conventional banks has decreased as a consequence of the
growth of shadow banks and Fintech businesses in the residential mortgage industry.
While the scale of these impacts is generally minor, as deposit costs grow, banks are
forced to depend more and more on riskier types of financing (Cumming, 2022).
While some research indicates that Fintech may negatively affect banking operations,
especially in light of the strict rules placed on traditional banks, Elia et al. (2022)
contend that regulatory authorities must not obstruct the sector's defining progress.
Instead, they need to make sure that the system is reliable, effective, and safe for
users. The extremely complex institutional and regulatory framework of the financial
industry is made even more complex by Fintech. Any regulatory response to financial
innovation has to find a balance between inhibiting development and safeguarding
investors and consumers from damage. Authorities need to be well informed with the
instruments that enable the new services and products in order to assess the risks that
Fintech poses (Elia et al., 2022). The majority of the research on Fintech and banking
that is now accessible only provides a cursory overview of the phenomena by
focusing on a single area, such as security issues, blockchain applications, regulatory
viewpoints, or legal issues (Elia et al., 2022).
The Basel Committee on Banking and Supervision launched a thorough
investigation in 2018 to examine the many effects of Fintech on the banking industry,

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exposing a variety of potential threats that Fintech brings for both customers and
intermediaries. They stressed how crucial it is for institutions to adopt Fintech from a
managerial perspective. Effective regulation is crucial for risk reduction and
maintaining the safety of everyone using Fintech services, despite the lack of a
complete worldwide regulatory framework (Das, 2019). Due to its capacity to
circumvent conventional intermediaries in the provision of financial services, Fintech
is inspiring a great deal of excitement and research interest (Thakor, 2020). Despite
the growing interest in Fintech in the banking sector, practitioners and academics lack
a comprehensive definition and theoretical underpinning for this subject.
Comprehensive academic research is scarce on this subject, and literature reviews are
especially hard to get by (Milan and Treré, 2019). Therefore, the goal of this study is
to perform a thorough and methodical investigation of the prospective effects of
financial technology and its related applications on banks globally. The major goal of
this research is to perform a thorough assessment of the literature in order to identify
the important benefits and difficulties that the existence of Fintech companies for the
traditional banking system may provide.
Certainly! The topic of Fintech adoption and its implications on the financial

performance of banks in China is of great significance. Firstly, with the rapid

advancement of technology and the increasing popularity of digital platforms, Fintech

has emerged as a disruptive force in the financial industry. Its adoption by banks in
China has the potential to transform traditional banking practices, leading to enhanced

efficiency, improved customer experience, and greater financial inclusion. Secondly,

understanding the implications of Fintech adoption on the financial performance of

banks in China is crucial for both policymakers and financial institutions. It can
provide valuable insights into the impact of technological advancements on banking
profitability, market competitiveness, and overall economic growth. This research can
help shape future regulatory frameworks and strategies to support the integration of

Fintech in the banking sector. Moreover, exploring the relationship between Fintech

adoption and financial performance can offer valuable guidance to banks in China
seeking to navigate the digital landscape. It can help them identify potential
opportunities, assess risks, and design effective Fintech strategies to stay relevant and

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competitive in the evolving financial ecosystem. Lastly, this research topic holds

relevance beyond the borders of China. As Fintech continues to reshape the global
financial landscape, understanding its implications on bank performance in the
world's second-largest economy can provide valuable lessons and insights for

financial institutions worldwide.

In conclusion, investigating the impact of Fintech adoption on the financial

performance of banks in China is of significant importance. For the analysis this study
uses ordinary last square regression econometric methodology. The data of twenty
five banks is obtained that adopted fintech technology in China. It can provide
valuable insights for policymakers, financial institutions, and researchers, enabling
them to make informed decisions, drive innovation, and shape the future of banking in
the digital age.

1.2. Research questions

The thesis' principal research question are:

1. What are the factors influencing the adoption of Fintech by banks in China?
2. How does the adoption of Fintech impact the financial performance of banks in
China?
3. What are the main challenges faced by banks in integrating Fintech into their
operations in China?
4. What are the benefits and risks associated with Fintech adoption for banks in
China?
5. How do banks measure the financial performance impacts of Fintech adoption in
China?

1.3. Research objectives:

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1. To identify the key factors that drive the adoption of Fintech by banks.
1a. To assess the impact of Fintech adoption on the financial performance
metrics of banks, such as profitability, efficiency, and asset quality.

CHAPTER 2: Literature review

2.1. The concept of fintech

According to Demirguc-Kunt et al. (2018), Fintech uses modern technology to

provide financial services more conveniently, securely, and transparently than
traditional banking institutions. Financial transactions, payment loans, lending
technology, technology for blockchain, insurance, and asset management are just a
few of the many activities that fall under the fintech umbrella. Academics defined
Fintech in various ways; Zavolokina et al. (2016) defined it as the convergence of
technology and finance. According to Frame and White (2014), Fintech—developing
new financial goods, services, businesses, and processes—is intimately related to
financial innovation. Fintech is in charge of developing new financial technology,
tools, institutions, and markets, according to Lerner and Tufano (2011). Fichman et al.
(2014) noted that Fintech has developed new business models. It is clear that
technology plays a significant part in Fintech and that it is used to create cutting-edge

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financial goods and services that go against our conventional ideas of money and
banking. According to Zavolokina et al. (2016), Fintech can empower people by
giving them ways to avoid intermediaries, save expenses, and increase transparency.
Zavolokina et al. (2016) have drawn attention to the constantly evolving nature of
Fintech and its ongoing creation of new ideas. According to Schindler (2017),
technological advancements in the financial sector are a constant process, with
Fintech's rise standing out. As a result, several Fintech companies have joined the
banking sector and provide disruptive technologies. In addition, Dorfleitner et al.
(2017) noted that the financial sector is constantly changing due to the different
business strategies employed by Fintech companies and the abundance of startups that
are a part of this dynamic era. While some studies on the subject referred to Fintech as
startups, others (Cuesta et al., 2015) or (Fichman et al., 2014) relate it to the
worldwide digitization of the banking sector.
The driving drivers behind Fintech are innovation and the desire to enhance client
experiences. The industry has significantly expanded in recent years due largely to the
great growth of Fintech and the considerable rise in investment in the area (Tandon et
al., 2021). This growth may be partly ascribed to Fintech's advantages, including
improved accessibility and convenience, decreased prices, and better transparency
(Dwivedi et al., 2021). Fintech is reinventing the financial services industry by
providing creative solutions that are changing how people access and utilize financial
services.
The facilitation of money transfers is the main goal of Fintech. Fintech companies
are developing unique, cutting-edge payment systems, including mobile wallets, peer-
to-peer payment, and digital currencies, to improve their services' efficiency, safety,
and affordability (Carstens, 2018). Fintech is having a significant impact on the loan
industry. Technology is used by fintech lending platforms to connect borrowers and
lenders, streamlining the loan application process and enabling quicker access to
finance. The aforementioned phenomena have increased competition among lenders,
making loans more accessible to people and businesses previously shut out by the
traditional lending framework (Berger and Black, 2019). Another industry where
Fintech is having a big influence is wealth management. Fintech firms are creating
fresh, creative methods to handle assets and giving private investors access to
sophisticated tools previously only accessible to institutional investors. The tools use
machine learning and algorithms to analyze data and provide financial suggestions
(Tandon et al., 2021). Fintech is also influencing the insurance industry. Fintech
businesses are creating novel insurance products that provide more affordable,
individualized coverage. These solutions adjust insurance policies to specific demands
and risk profiles using data analytics and machine learning (Yan et al., 2018).
According to Swan (2017), the emergence of Fintech has led to a spectacular
improvement in blockchain technology, a ground-breaking invention that can
completely alter the financial services sector. Blockchain technology is poised to
transform financial transactions as we know them by providing a safe and transparent
means to store and transmit financial transactions. Accordingly, Fintech firms are

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working nonstop to build cutting-edge technologies, such as digital currencies and
smart contracts, which are positioned to alter the financial industry (Swan, 2017)
completely. Researchers like Schindler (2017) and Pullaro (2017) have noted that no
definition of Fintech is accepted everywhere. They have supported the Financial
Stability Board's (FSB) concept, which emphasizes the importance of technology in
fostering financial innovation. The Financial Services Board (FSB) defines Fintech
enterprises as organizations that use technology development to provide unique
business models, application processes, or products that substantially influence
financial markets and institutions. This concept emphasizes how important technology
is in driving financial innovations and its significant effects on financial services and
institutions. However, as Schindler (2017) pointed out, the second portion of the
definition is still purely hypothetical. Because of this, Fintech companies are
challenging conventional, even radical, financial paradigms by offering ground-
breaking innovations and automating standard financial services and processes.

2.2. How Fintech regulation impact on banking industry

Regulations have had and continue to affect the development of Fintech

significantly. Navaretti et al. (2018) say it may be even more important than a
technical breakthrough. The extent of Fintech's influence on the banking sector is
directly correlated with how these businesses are governed and overseen by
regulatory bodies and their ability to compete directly with traditional financial
institutions in providing banking services and products (Vives, 2017). To face the
problems posed by Fintech rules and compete with new market entrants, traditional
banks must modify their business models and procedures (Ionescu, 2020). In their
2017 research, Bofondi and Gobbi looked at changes to regulatory practices in the
1980s. Information technology advanced during this time, and new financial products
like money market funds threatened traditional banking operations. A methodical
approach to deregulation was implemented during that period to promote efficiency
and competition in the financial industry.
Guidelines have had and keep on influencing the advancement of Fintech
essentially. Navaretti et al. (2018) say it very well might be much more significant
than a specialized leap forward. The degree of Fintech's impact on the financial area is
straightforwardly corresponded with how these organizations are administered and
managed by administrative bodies and their capacity to contend straightforwardly
with conventional monetary establishments in giving financial administrations and
items (Vives, 2017). To deal with the issues presented by Fintech administers and
rival new market participants, customary banks should change their plans of action
and strategies (Ionescu, 2020). In their 2017 exploration, Bofondi and Gobbi took a
gander at changes to administrative practices during the 1980s. Data innovation
progressed during this time, and new monetary items like currency market supports
undermined conventional financial tasks. A purposeful way to deal with liberation was

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executed during that period to advance proficiency and rivalry in the monetary
business.
In any case, because of this event, shadow banking — a term used to portray the
dim shaky sheet tasks did by monetary establishments — developed, adding to the
2008 monetary emergency. Expanded item and market member accessibility
increments supply, which brings down costs for monetary administrations and
empowers more extensive monetary consideration. Alternately, this could imperil the
monetary framework's ability to keep up with soundness and really do its errands
(Vives, 2017). Bofondi and Gobbi (2017) and Vives (2017), who have additionally
added to this conversation, accept that deficient Fintech regulations might bring about
outcomes practically identical to these. This issue has many causes, including the
risks of monetary innovation and the strain that Fintech puts on foundations to
contend. This tension could push banks to exploit administrative exchange prospects
and participate in more dangerous activities. Vives (2017) claims that Fintech can
possibly achieve immense interruptions that need guideline to ensure that it offers
cultural benefits while additionally defending monetary soundness.
As per Buchak et al. (2018), traditional banks might lose portion of the overall
industry and productivity because of additional severe regulations that increment
consistence costs. Then again, Fintech credit stands to acquire from this present
circumstance as they are not expose to a similar administrative system. As indicated
by KPMG (2019), the foundational hazard of the entire monetary framework may be
expanded by Fintech firms. Fintech organizations are in any case dependent upon
different regulations, including information security, AML/KYC, and customer
assurance, regardless of whether they may not be dependent upon similar standards as
regular monetary establishments (Claessens et al., 2018). Notwithstanding, when
administrative limitations are more tight, joint effort among banks and Fintech
organizations is more advantageous. To make and give innovation driven
administrations, banks rely progressively upon outside specialist co-ops (Claessens et
al., 2018). Using the specialized progressions made by their Fintech rivals, banks have
the chance to diminish the administrative requirements. As indicated by studies, banks
that utilization Fintech arrangements will quite often turn out to be more productive
and serious (Wang et al., 2021). This supports the idea that banks ought to work with
Fintech firms to be serious, especially considering the expanded administrative
necessities.
On the opposite side, as Fintech organizations offer more monetary types of
assistance that were beforehand just accessible through customary banks, these
activities might jeopardize the dependability and viability of the monetary business
sectors and conventional bank plans of action (Claessens et al., 2018). In a review,
that's what the European Financial Power said "banks might be expected to make
significant interests in state of the art innovation and faculty to guarantee congruity
with new administrative prerequisites" (Claessens et al., 2018). Since they don't have
the essential assets, more modest banks could battle with this more than greater ones.
In any case, fintech regulation might assist with making a fair battleground for all

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market players. This diminishes the chance of uncalled for rivalry by guaranteeing
that regular banks and FinTech organizations are dependent upon similar
administrative standards (World Bank Gathering, 2022).
However, due to this occurrence, shadow banking—a term used to describe the
hazy off-balance sheet operations carried out by financial institutions—grew,
contributing to the 2008 financial crisis. Increased product and market participant
availability increases supply, which lowers prices for financial services and
encourages broader financial inclusion. Conversely, this might endanger the financial
system's capacity to maintain stability and effectively carry out its tasks (Vives, 2017).
Bofondi and Gobbi (2017) and Vives (2017), who have also contributed to this
discussion, believe that insufficient Fintech laws may result in consequences
comparable to these. This issue has many causes, including the dangers of financial
technology and the pressure that Fintech puts on institutions to compete. This pressure
might push banks to take advantage of regulatory arbitrage possibilities and engage in
riskier operations. Vives (2017) claims that Fintech has the potential to bring about
huge disruptions that need regulation to guarantee that it offers societal advantages
while also safeguarding financial stability.
According to Buchak et al. (2018), conventional banks may lose market share and
profitability due to more stringent laws that increase compliance costs. On the other
hand, Fintech credit stands to gain from this situation as they are not subject to the
same regulatory framework. According to KPMG (2019), the systemic risk of the
whole financial system might be increased by Fintech firms. Fintech companies are
nonetheless subject to various laws, including data security, AML/KYC, and
consumer protection, even if they may not be subject to the same rules as
conventional financial institutions (Claessens et al., 2018). However, when regulatory
restrictions are tighter, collaboration between banks and Fintech companies is more
beneficial. In order to create and provide technology-driven services, banks depend
increasingly on outside service providers (Claessens et al., 2018). Through the use of
the technical advancements created by their Fintech competitors, banks have the
opportunity to lessen the regulatory constraints. According to studies, banks that use
Fintech solutions tend to become more efficient and competitive (Wang et al., 2021).
This supports the notion that banks should work with Fintech firms to be competitive,
particularly in light of the increased regulatory requirements.
On the other side, as Fintech companies provide more financial services that were
previously only available via conventional banks, these actions may endanger the
stability and effectiveness of the financial markets and traditional bank business
models (Claessens et al., 2018). In a study, the European Banking Authority said that
"banks may be required to make substantial investments in cutting-edge technology
and personnel to ensure conformity with new regulatory requirements" (Claessens et
al., 2018). Since they do not have the requisite resources, smaller banks could struggle
with this more than bigger ones. Nevertheless, fintech legislation may help create a
fair playing field for all market players. This reduces the possibility of unfair
competition by ensuring that conventional banks and FinTech companies are subject

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to the same regulatory norms (World Bank Group, 2022).
2.3. Impact of Fintech technology on Banking system in China
Many examinations have checked out at the effect of Fintech on customary
monetary organizations. The fast development of Fintech might be credited to a
significant impact on the ordinary monetary area and new specialized potential for
business banks (Li et al., 2022). Since banks as of now have an abundance of data
about their clients and their exercises, Fintech functions admirably with regular
banking (Begenau et al., 2018). Banks have an edge over web based microlending
endeavors in view of this information advantage. To find potential credits, for
example, banks might use their "large information" (Bedeley, 2014). This decreases
their credit risk. With the assistance of huge information investigation, banks can
conjecture credit conduct all the more precisely, which brings down risk. As indicated
by Yao and Tune's examination from 2021, business banks have had the option to
utilize information mining strategies to reduce the tedious idea of their tasks. Fintech's
ascent has introduced another period of monetary administrations and presents a
danger to the conventional financial framework. Clients currently have quicker and
more proficient admittance to monetary arrangements as a result of the problematic
innovations delivered by Fintech.
Going against the norm, the financial area has additionally experienced because of
this pattern. As per most investigations, regular banks are battling to stay aware of the
monetary innovation's fast speed of development due with the severe guidelines they
are expected to comply to. This makes it trying for them to fulfill the different
advance necessities of their clients. The rise of the shadow bank in the US has been
credited to Fintech in 30% (30%) of cases, as per Buchak et al's. (2018) research. As
both shadow banks and Fintech loan specialists have arisen as key contenders inside
the area, the piece of the pie held by regular banks in the home loan market has
diminished. The presentation of Web advances has definitely changed the getting
climate, straightforwardly impacting customary banks' loaning tasks (Jagtiani and
Lemieux, 2018). Nguyen (2022) claims that the development of Fintech has prompted
higher loaning charges, which has expanded the gamble currently present in bank
resources. The exhibition of banks in 30 European countries from 2005 to 2013 is
analyzed by Akhisar et al. (2015). Their outcomes show that banks' profit from value
(ROE) and return on resources (ROA) altogether improved when they utilized more
complex web based financial methods. In less evolved European countries, they
couldn't lay out a connection between web based financial propensities and execution.
As indicated by Campanella et al. (2020), there is a relationship between's Web of
Things improvement and banks' relative ROE.
Essentially, Uddin et al. (2020) show that uses in digital innovation altogether
influence bank capital cushion and net benefits variance. As per the exploration, the
two elements begin to fall when ventures arrive at a specific point. Rega (2017)
analyzed 38 European banks from 2013 to 2015 as a component of their examination.
As per the information, a critical and positive relationship exists between bank benefit
and Fintech development, as shown by the positive connection consequently on value

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(ROE). The aftereffects of Cheng and Qu (2020) show that remembering Fintech for
banks altogether brings down credit gambles. Be that as it may, given the accessible
information, a total observational examination is expected to investigate what Fintech
development mean for bank execution completely.
There are presently couple of studies that have unequivocally seen this issue,
particularly ones that focus on the general development of the Fintech business and
the formation of its licenses. Research was completed by Almulla and Aljughaiman in
2021 to survey the significance of monetary innovation. Research inspects how banks'
productivity is influenced by their Fintech administrations. The concentrate
additionally examines what the development of Fintech firms means for banks'
benefit. In the Bay Collaboration Nations, 40 manages an account with public
postings were assessed by the creators. Fintech use in these countries fundamentally
expanded somewhere in the range of 2014 and 2019. In this present circumstance, the
objective was to thoroughly analyze the distinctions between conventional monetary
organizations and Islamic banks. In light of their outcomes, the exploration presumed
that coordinating Fintech benefits adversely influences the productivity of monetary
foundations. The exploration likewise shows that customary banks' monetary
presentation endures as Fintech organizations develop inside a country however that
Islamic banks are generally unaffected by such extensions. Yudaruddin (2023)
investigated what monetary innovation means for the exhibition of both ordinary and
Islamic banks. The examination involves data from 124 customary and Islamic banks
dynamic in Indonesia somewhere in the range of 2004 and 2018.
As indicated by this review, Islamic banks perform more terrible than their
customary partners. Notwithstanding, this study shows that the exhibition of Islamic
banks is decidedly affected by the presence of extra Fintech firms, especially in the
shared loaning area. The aftereffects of this study exhibit that Islamic banks gain from
joint efforts with Fintech organizations all through both prosperous and testing
periods. To grasp the pretended by Fintech advanced financial new companies, Li et
al. (2017) investigated the impact of Fintech new businesses on the stock costs of
conventional retail banks. The creators look at the monetary presentation of 47 sizable
US retail banks from 2010 to 2016 following their interest in equivalent endeavors.
The investigation's discoveries demonstrate a relationship between's rising Fintech
financing or arrangement volume and rising stock returns at conventional retail banks.
To wrap things up, they make the accompanying determination: While these
outcomes highlight a commonly useful association between ordinary banking and
Fintech, the measurable meaning of these discoveries isn't clear at the level of the
financial business, where around 33% of the banks show negative coefficient flags
that can't be viewed as genuinely huge. Despite the fact that the Fintech business is as
yet youthful and their informational collection is little, they can't say without a doubt
that their discoveries are only irregular. As indicated by Safiullah and Paramati
(2022), the development of Fintech has assisted keeps money with keeping up with
their monetary steadiness.
Specialists have conjectured that Fintech might influence banks' hazardous

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conduct meanwhile. As indicated by Safiullah and Paramati (2022), Fintech has
adjusted how banks carry on with work. For example, the development of Fintech has
introduced a significant change in the liberation of loan fees and caused tremendous
changes yet to be determined sheet sythesis and risk-taking way of behaving. It
exhibits that shoppers are facing more prominent challenges because of the decrease
in bank profit and the fixing of the estimating war (Lee et al., 2021). By and by, it
demonstrates that banks have become more capable at controlling dangers (Wang et
al., 2021). Then again, different scholastics affirm that Fintech may fundamentally
lessen risk-taking and increment banks' eagerness to face challenges (Li et al., 2022).
Researchers have been keen on what the fast advancement of Fintech is meaning
for banking loaning techniques. This writing survey will explore the manners by
which Fintech has fundamentally impacted the manner in which banks loan cash and
the reasons for these movements. The development of problematic innovation has
prompted the development of monetary middle people usually alluded to as shadow
banks or nonbanks. These elements are equipped for giving credits at a lower cost
since the loaning system can be directed completely on the web, without the
requirement for human advance officials. Subsequently, there are reserve funds in
labor and office space costs. Notwithstanding, banks will generally be more reliable
and trustworthy, which can support client maintenance.
Various examinations have inspected the effect of monetary innovation loaning on
piece of the pie. Buchak et al. (2018) distinguished that there was a huge flood in the
piece of the pie of shadow banks in start private home loan somewhere in the range of
2007 and 2015. They likewise refer to past research proposing that a huge piece of the
pie in the development of private home loans could prompt financially sound
borrowers being seen as less trustworthy. As per Buchak et al. (2018), monetary
mediators can acquire an upper hand by utilizing counterfactual wellsprings of data
and huge information techniques to recognize likely clients. Sheng's (2021) research
attests that the execution of Fintech has really upgraded the credit supply to little and
medium-sized ventures (SMEs) in the financial area. This end is drawn from an
examination of loaning records of different banks in Chinese areas crossing from 2011
to 2018.
The impact of Fintech on the expansion of credit for Little and Medium
Endeavors (SMEs) is nearly more huge for enormous banks than little banks.
According to this viewpoint, it very well may be contended that focusing on the usage
of monetary innovation might hold more prominent importance than the foundation of
various provincial banks. As per Tang et al. (2020), web based loaning assumes a
substitutive part for bank loaning in taking special care of borrowers who are viewed
as peripheral in the US. Nonetheless, it goes about as a corresponding hotspot for
bank loaning with regards to little credits. De Roure et al. (2016) uncover that the
Fintech moneylenders target more dangerous people looking for little credits, a
section frequently shamed by conventional banks. Further, reasoned that Fintech
moneylenders go about as a substitute for customary banks in giving high gamble
shopper credits. The rise of Fintech loaning affects conventional banks inside the

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loaning market which proposes that variables, for example, administrative worries
have added to this positive effect. Further, Buchak et al. (2018) uncovers that
administrative limitations have made a weight for customary banks, bringing about a
diminishing in profits.

CHAPTER 3: Methodology

3.1. Data Collection:

The analysis made use of secondary data from China's public, audited
financial accounts. Additionally, data from commercial bank annual reports by
financial performance statistics were included in the research. The study used dataset
of twenty five banks that adopted fintech technology. Performance of the bank will
represented by return on assets and it will be the dependent variable. Mobile banking
will be represented by total number of mobile banking client registered in a year and
lastly lending will be represented by real interest rate (table 1), financial technology
was also one of the variables measured by the number of investments in fintech per
year.
Table 1. Variables Description
Definitions
Variables Measurements

The term return on assets (ROA)

Bank Return on Asset
refers to a financial ratio that
performance
indicates how profitable a
company is in relation to its total

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 assets.
A real interest rate is an interest
Lending Real interest rate
rate that has been adjusted to
remove the effects of inflation

Financial Fintech investments per Fintech refers to the integration of

technology into offerings by
technology year by banks
financial services companies to
improve their use and delivery to
consumers.
Liquidity Current Ratio The current ratio compares all of a
company's current assets to its
current liabilities.

Mobile banking Registered mobile banking Mobile banking is the act of

making financial transactions on a
per year
mobile device (cell phone, tablet,
etc.).

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 List of 25 Bank in China that adopted Fintech Technology
1. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC)
2. China Construction Bank (CCB)
3. Agricultural Bank of China (ABC)
4. Bank of China (BOC)
5. China Merchants Bank (CMB)
6. Ping An Bank
7. China Everbright Bank
8. Industrial Bank Co., Ltd.
9. Bank of Communications (BOCOM)
10. Shanghai Pudong Development Bank (SPDB)
11. China CITIC Bank
12. China Minsheng Bank
13. China Guangfa Bank
14. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia)
15. China Zheshang Bank
16. Bank of Beijing
17. China Bohai Bank
18. China Merchants Bank Co., Ltd.
19. Bank of Ningbo
20. Bank of Shanghai
21. China Everbright Limited
22. China Zhejiang Rural Commercial Bank
23. China Postal Savings Bank
24. Bank of Jiangsu
Bank of Kunlun
25.

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 3.2. Research approach

The thesis will emphasize using intellectual literature to deliberate the aims of
the paper. These main topics of discussion in the paper will be supported and
explained through statistical data by using the Ordinary Least Square (OLS)
Regression Model.

The general form of OLS Regression Model is represented in equation 1.

Y ¿ B1+ X 1 B 2 +X2B3+ e ---------------------1

The general equation of this study is represented in equation 2

Bank Performance ¿ B1+ B 2 Lending +B3Financial Performance + B4Lending +B5Mobile Banking + e -------------2

Where, bank performance is dependent variable, lending, financial technology,

and liquidity, mobile banking are independent variables. However, B1, B2, B3, B4
and B5 are estimated coefficients and e is error term. It will be based on the approach

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 of identifying reasons to answer the research question and analyzing and supporting
these through data.

Hypothesis of the Study:

Null Hypothesis (H0): Financial technology have positive impact on bank

performance
Alternative Hypothesis (H1): Financial technology have not positive impact on
financial technology

CHAPTER 4: Empirical Results

Variables Observations Mean Std. Dev. Min Max
Financial
25 0.038 0.010 0.081 0.140
Performance (ROA)
Financial technology
(Fintech investments 25 196 562 329 134
per year by banks)
Mobile banking
(Registered mobile 25 1.994 1.215 -18.640 7.861
banking per year)
Liquidity (Current
25 3.230 0.777 -3.467 19.41
Ratio)
Lending (Real
25 1.00 0.001 1 1.035
Interest Rate)

4.1 Descriptive Statistics

Table 1: Statistical Mean Values as General for the Study Variables

The mean value of 0.038, which is a measure of financial performance, indicates that,
on average, the company has achieved a positive financial outcome. In terms of
financial performance measures, this mean value suggests that the company has

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generated a positive return or profitability, albeit at a relatively modest level.
The mean value of 1966768.76, which represents the average annual Fintech
investments made by banks, indicates the typical amount of financial resources
committed by banks towards Fintech initiatives on a yearly basis. This mean value
suggests that, on average, banks are investing a substantial amount in Fintech
ventures. However, it's important to note that the interpretation of this mean value
may vary depending on the specific context and the scale of the banking industry
being considered. The mean value can be influenced by various factors, such as the
size and nature of the banks involved, regulatory environment, and market trends.
The mean value of 1.994, which represents the average number of registered
mobile banking users per year, indicates the typical level of adoption and usage of
mobile banking services. This mean value suggests that, on average, there are
approximately 1.99 million registered mobile banking users each year. The mean
value of 3.230, which represents a measure of liquidity, suggests that, on average, the
entity being analyzed maintains a relatively strong level of liquidity. Liquidity refers
to the ability of an entity to meet its short-term obligations and fulfill financial
commitments without causing significant disruptions or financial strain.
Lastly, the mean value of 1.00, which represents a measure of lending,
suggests that, on average, the entity being analyzed maintains a balanced lending
position. In this context, a mean value of 1.00 indicates that the entity's lending
activities are in equilibrium, with loans issued roughly equal to the borrowing or
credit extended.

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 Table 2: Correlation Results
Variables Financial Financial Mobile Liquidity Lending
Performance technology banking (Current (Real Interest
(ROA) (Fintech (Registered Ratio) Rate)
investments per mobile

year by banks) banking per

year)
Financial 1.0000
Performance
(ROA)
Financial 0.2124 1.0000
technology
(Fintech
investments per
year by banks)
Mobile banking 0.052 0.204 1.0000
(Registered
mobile banking
per year)
Liquidity 0.204 0.152 0.082 1.0000
(Current Ratio)
Lending (Real 0.444 0.225 0.934 0.111 1.0000

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Interest Rate)

The correlation coefficient of 0.212 between Fintech investments per year by

banks and the Financial Performance of banks suggests a positive but relatively weak
relationship between these two variables. A value of 0.212 indicates a positive
correlation, meaning that as Fintech investments per year by banks increase, there is a
tendency for Financial Performance of banks to also increase, and vice versa.
However, the correlation coefficient of 0.212 suggests that the relationship is
relatively weak.
The correlation coefficient of 0.052 between registered mobile banking per
year and the Financial Performance of banks suggests a very weak and almost
negligible relationship between these two variables. A value of 0.052 indicates a very
weak positive correlation, meaning that there is a very small tendency for an increase
in Registered mobile banking per year to be associated with a slight increase in
Financial Performance of banks, and vice versa. However, the correlation coefficient
of 0.0529 suggests that the relationship is extremely weak and may not be practically
significant.
The correlation coefficient of 0.206 between Liquidity and the Financial
Performance of banks suggests a modest positive relationship between these two
variables. A value of 0.206 indicates a positive correlation, meaning that as Liquidity
increases, there is a tendency for Financial Performance of banks to also increase, and
vice versa. However, the correlation coefficient of 0.206 suggests that the relationship
is moderate in strength.
The correlation coefficient of 0.444 between Lending and the Financial
Performance of banks suggests a moderate positive relationship between these two
variables. A value of 0.444 indicates a positive correlation, meaning that as Lending
increases, there is a tendency for Financial Performance of banks to also increase, and
vice versa. The correlation coefficient of 0.444 suggests that the relationship is
moderate in strength. This positive correlation implies that banks with higher levels of
lending activity are more likely to have better financial performance. Lending is a
core function of banks, and it contributes to their revenue streams by earning interest
income and fees. As banks engage in more lending activities, they have the potential
to generate higher profits, which can positively impact their financial performance.

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 Table 3. Regression Estimation Result
OLS Regression Number of Observations = 25
F-Statistic = 64.57
P-value = 0.0000
R-squared = 0.5192
Adjusted R-Squared = 0.5072

Financial
t-
Performance Coefficient Std. Err P>|z [95% Conf. Interval]
statistic
(ROA)
Financial 7.1700 6.530 1.79 0.083* -1.61e-09 2.50e-08
technology (Fintech
investments per
year by banks)
Mobile banking 0.0014 0.00070 1.54 0.594 -0.0069 0.004
(Registered mobile
banking per year)
Liquidity (Current 0.312 0.0086 1.41 0.168 -0.0296 0.0053
Ratio)
Lending (Real 0.294 0.023 2.41 0.086** -0.056 0.037
Interest Rate)
Constant 0.199 0.090 2.20 0.035 -0.383 -0.0149
Note: *, ** and ***denotes significance at 1%, 5% and 10% level, respectively.

The Fintech investments per year by banks has a 7.1700 percent impact on the

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Financial Performance of banks suggests that there is a significant positive
relationship between these two variables. This percentage indicates that increase in
Fintech investments by banks can potentially lead to a 7.1700 percent improvement in
the financial performance of banks. Previous studies in the field of Fintech and
banking have shown that strategic investments in Fintech can enhance operational
efficiency, customer experience, risk management, and overall financial performance.
Fintech innovations can streamline processes, reduce costs, provide access to new
markets, and create innovative products and services that attract and retain customers.
Yong et al. 2020 studied that Fintech technology has had a significant impact on the
banking industry in China. It has greatly improved the efficiency and accessibility of
banking services for both customers and banks themselves.
The registered mobile banking per year has a 0.0014598 percent impact on the
Financial Performance of banks suggests a very minimal and almost negligible
relationship between these two variables. This percentage indicates that, there is a
very slight potential improvement of 0.0014598 percent in the financial performance
of banks associated with an increase in registered mobile banking per year. Previous
studies in the field of mobile banking and financial performance have explored the
potential benefits of mobile banking, such as cost reduction, increased customer
engagement, improved accessibility, and expanded market reach. Ali and Zili (2022)
studied that the use of mobile and online banking has made transactions faster and
more convenient, reducing the need for physical branches and increasing financial
inclusion for rural and underserved areas. Additionally, the implementation of
artificial intelligence and big data analytics has improved risk management and fraud
detection for banks. Fintech has also led to the development of innovative products
and services, such as mobile payment platforms and peer-to-peer lending, which have
revolutionized the way people manage their finances.
The Liquidity has a 0.312142 percent impact on the Financial Performance of
banks suggests a relatively small but positive relationship between these two
variables. This percentage indicates that an improvement in liquidity by 1 unit can

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potentially lead to a 0.312142 percent increase in the financial performance of banks.
Nila (2022) discovered in there study liquidity is crucial for banks to meet their short-
term obligations, manage risks, and seize opportunities in the market. Other studies
have shown that higher levels of liquidity can contribute to improved financial
performance by enhancing the bank's ability to handle unexpected events, maintain
stability, and capitalize on favorable market conditions.
Lending has a 0.294 percent impact on the Financial Performance of banks
suggests a modest positive relationship between these two variables. This percentage
indicates that, an increase in lending by 1 unit can potentially lead to a 0.294 percent
improvement in the financial performance of banks. Asghar et al. 2022 emphasis in
their study that lending activities, such as providing loans and credit, generate interest
income and fees, which contribute to the overall financial performance of banks.
Studies have also shown that a well-managed and profitable lending portfolio can
positively impact financial performance by increasing revenue and profitability.

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 CHAPTER 5: Conclusion
Conclusions:

The adoption of Fintech by banks in China has the potential to transform

traditional banking practices, leading to improved efficiency, customer experience,
and financial inclusion. Understanding the implications of Fintech adoption on the
financial performance of banks in China is crucial for policymakers and financial
institutions, as it can provide insights into the impact on profitability, competitiveness,
and economic growth. This research can shape future regulatory frameworks and
strategies for integrating Fintech in the banking sector. It can also guide Chinese
banks in navigating the digital landscape, identifying opportunities and managing
risks. Additionally, studying the impact of Fintech adoption in China can provide
lessons and insights for financial institutions globally. Overall, investigating the
impact of Fintech adoption in China is essential for making informed decisions,
driving innovation, and shaping the future of banking in the digital age.
The study suggests that there is a significant positive relationship between
Fintech investments by banks and their financial performance. Previous studies have
shown that strategic investments in Fintech can improve operational efficiency,
customer experience, risk management, and overall financial performance. Fintech
innovations can streamline processes, reduce costs, access new markets, and create
innovative products and services. On the other hand, the impact of registered mobile
banking on financial performance is minimal and almost negligible. While previous

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studies have highlighted the potential benefits of mobile banking, the suggested
impact percentage of 0.0014598 percent indicates that its direct contribution to
financial performance is very small. Lastly, liquidity has a relatively small but
positive impact on financial performance. An improvement in liquidity by 1 unit can
potentially lead to a 0.3121 percent increase in the financial performance of banks.
Based on the result, here are some policy implications for China:

1. Encouraging Fintech Adoption: China could develop policies that actively

promote and incentivize banks to invest in fintech. This could include
providing tax benefits or establishing dedicated funds to support fintech
initiatives. By encouraging banks to embrace fintech, China can foster
innovation and improve the overall financial landscape.
2. Regulatory Framework: It is important for China to establish a clear and
robust regulatory framework for fintech investments by banks. This would
help ensure consumer protection, data privacy, and cybersecurity. By
implementing appropriate regulations, China can strike a balance between
innovation and safeguarding the financial system.
3. Collaboration and Partnerships: China could facilitate collaborations between
banks and fintech firms to drive innovation and enhance financial
performance. Encouraging partnerships can leverage the strengths of both
entities and lead to the development of cutting-edge financial products and
services.
4. Skill Development and Training: As fintech continues to evolve, it is crucial
to focus on skill development and training programs for bank employees.
China can invest in educational initiatives to equip banking professionals with
the necessary knowledge and skills to embrace fintech advancements
effectively.
5. Research and Development: China could allocate resources for research and
development initiatives in the fintech sector. By supporting research

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 institutions and fostering innovation, China can stay at the forefront of fintech
advancements and maintain its competitiveness in the global financial market.
By implementing these policies, China can harness the potential of fintech
investments by banks, drive financial growth, and ensure the country remains at the
forefront of the rapidly evolving fintech landscape.

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