深圳私募乱象监管通报：办公场所有算命风水 基金沦为利益输送工具

Core Viewpoint - The recent report from the Shenzhen Securities Regulatory Bureau reveals alarming violations in the private equity industry, highlighting issues such as the mingling of unrelated activities like fortune-telling with fund management, the sale of fraudulent gold exchange products, and illicit bond profit transfers [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Violations - Some private equity institutions have deviated from their core responsibilities, engaging in unrelated activities such as fortune-telling and knowledge payment services [3][4]. - Certain private equity firms have become conduits for illegal financial activities, promoting fraudulent investment schemes and charging significant consulting fees [4][11]. - The report indicates a troubling trend where private equity firms prioritize course sales over legitimate fund management, with a significant portion of income derived from unrelated activities [4][11]. Group 2: Illegal Operations and Profit Transfers - The report uncovers hidden profit transfer chains and illegal operational methods within the private equity sector, particularly in the bond market [6][7]. - Instances of profit transfer through related transactions have been identified, where private equity funds are manipulated to benefit insiders at the expense of investors [6][14]. - There are serious concerns regarding the use of private equity fund accounts for illegal activities, including unauthorized stock trading and illegal fundraising [7][15]. Group 3: Regulatory Response - In response to these rampant violations, the Shenzhen Securities Regulatory Bureau has established clear regulatory guidelines, emphasizing the need for private equity firms to focus on their core business and enhance compliance [8][18]. - The regulatory body has mandated that private equity institutions must not engage in activities that conflict with fund management and must prioritize investor interests [8][18]. - Future regulatory efforts will involve increased scrutiny of compliance operations within private equity firms, with strict accountability for violations [8][18].