Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-05-08 20:36Core Viewpoint - The recent policy measures introduced by the National Financial Regulatory Administration are expected to significantly enhance the investment enthusiasm of insurance companies, potentially attracting more insurance funds into the market and stabilizing the capital market [1][3]. Group 1: Expansion of Long-term Investment Pilot - The scope of the long-term investment pilot for insurance funds will be further expanded, with an additional 60 billion yuan planned for approval to inject more capital into the market [2]. - As of now, the total approved and proposed scale of the long-term investment pilot has reached 222 billion yuan, with participation expanding from initial companies to include several major insurers [2][7]. - The first batch of 50 billion yuan from the pilot has been fully invested, and the second batch is currently being expedited [2]. Group 2: Adjustment of Investment Risk Factors - The regulatory authority will reduce the risk factor for stock investments by 10%, encouraging insurance companies to increase their market participation [4]. - Lowering the risk factor improves capital efficiency for insurance companies, allowing for a higher proportion of stock investments [4]. - Previous adjustments to risk factors have already been made, with significant reductions for investments in major indices and the Sci-Tech Innovation Board [4]. Group 3: Increase in Equity Investment Proportion - The proportion of equity investments by insurance funds is expected to rise, as recent policies have optimized the investment environment [5][6]. - As of the end of 2024, the total balance of insurance company funds is projected to reach 33.26 trillion yuan, with an increase in stock allocation compared to the previous year [6]. - There remains considerable room for growth in the equity investment ratio of insurance funds, supported by favorable policies [6].