While ICBC (01398.HK) +0.050 (+0.926%) Short selling $129.26M; Ratio 27.630% 's asset quality improved, its earnings were under pressure in 1Q25, BOCI wrote in its report.The bank's net profit declined by 4% YoY, compared to a YoY growth of 0.5% in the entire year of 2024. Because of its narrowed net interest margin, its net interest income fell by 2.9% YoY in 1Q25.Related NewsJPM: PBOC Pumps RMB2.1T into Mkt by RRR Cut, Expanded Re-lending Tools; Limited Impact on CN Banks' NIMsConsidering ICBC's current valuation attractive, BOCI lowered its target price for the bank to $7.14, with a Buy rating remaining in place.(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2025-05-08 12:25.)