广东证监局：践行金融为民 织密投资者保护网

Core Viewpoint - Guangdong Securities Regulatory Bureau has implemented a comprehensive approach to investor protection, emphasizing cash dividends, regulatory enforcement, dispute mediation, and investor education to safeguard the rights of investors, particularly small and medium-sized investors [1][5]. Group 1: Cash Dividends and Buybacks - In 2024, listed companies in Guangdong reported a total cash dividend of over 114.6 billion yuan [2]. - A total of 198 listed companies or major shareholders announced buyback plans in 2024, with a maximum amount exceeding 20.1 billion yuan; 160 of these plans have been completed, amounting to 8.8 billion yuan [2]. Group 2: Regulatory Enforcement - In 2024, the Guangdong Securities Regulatory Bureau conducted over 280 onsite inspections, a year-on-year increase of 12.3% [3]. - The bureau took 227 administrative regulatory measures, up 18.8% from the previous year, and issued 49 administrative penalty decisions totaling 247 million yuan, reflecting increases of 6.8% and 66.9%, respectively [3]. - The bureau successfully resolved the ST Modern case, leading to the recovery of all misappropriated funds after six years of issues, showcasing the effectiveness of its regulatory enforcement [3]. Group 3: Dispute Mediation and Investor Education - The bureau facilitated the successful mediation of 357 securities false statement disputes in 2024, recovering 1.923 million yuan for investors [4]. - Over 5,000 investor complaints were processed, resulting in more than 300 reconciliations involving nearly 6 million yuan, earning widespread praise from investors [4]. - The bureau has launched the "Yue Investment Education·Yue Wonderful" initiative to enhance investor education and knowledge through various activities [4].