算命、卖课、导流等私募乱象频发 监管明确四大要求

Core Viewpoint - The Shenzhen Securities Regulatory Bureau has highlighted significant violations among private fund managers, including engaging in unrelated business activities, using managed funds for profit transfer, and participating in illegal activities, prompting increased regulatory scrutiny [1][2][3]. Summary by Relevant Sections Violations Identified - Private fund managers are involved in activities unrelated to fund management, such as selling pseudo-gold exchange products and providing consulting services [2][3]. - Specific cases include a private equity firm promoting a real estate company's debt products and charging over 1.5 million yuan in consulting fees [2]. - Some firms derive most of their income from unrelated activities, such as selling investment courses through social media [2]. Profit Transfer and Illegal Activities - Violations include using managed funds to provide liquidity support for designated bonds and charging large consulting fees not included in fund assets [3]. - Notable illegal activities involve unregistered partnerships soliciting funds and using management qualifications to facilitate illegal fundraising [3][4]. - Instances of market manipulation and illegal margin trading using private fund assets have been reported [4]. Regulatory Requirements - The Shenzhen Securities Regulatory Bureau has set forth four key requirements for private fund managers: focus on core business, enhance compliance and internal controls, prevent illegal activities, and ensure sustainable operational capacity [5]. - Firms must avoid engaging in unrelated business activities and prioritize investor interests while strengthening compliance mechanisms [5]. - Continuous investment in resources is necessary to maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and firms lacking operational capacity should consider voluntary deregistration [5].