Hua Xia Shi Bao·2025-07-02 13:57Core Viewpoint - The recent approval of a new batch of QDII (Qualified Domestic Institutional Investor) quotas by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) indicates a growing demand for overseas investment from domestic institutions, particularly in the Hong Kong stock market, which has shown significant returns in the first half of the year [1][2][5]. Summary by Categories QDII Quota Expansion - As of June 30, 2025, the total approved QDII investment quota reached $170.87 billion, an increase of $3.08 billion from $167.79 billion on May 9, 2024 [1]. - A total of 82 institutions received the new quota, including banks, insurance companies, trust companies, securities firms, and fund companies, with individual quotas ranging from $10 million to $50 million [1][2]. Institutional Winners - Major beneficiaries of the new QDII quotas include 10 banks and their wealth management subsidiaries, each receiving $50 million, as well as 22 fund companies, including E Fund and GF Fund, which also received $50 million [2]. - Other institutions received varying amounts, with 12 institutions getting $40 million, 9 institutions receiving $30 million, and several others receiving smaller amounts [2]. Market Performance and Investor Sentiment - Domestic investors are showing heightened interest in the Hong Kong stock market, driven by strong performance from QDII products, particularly those focused on the pharmaceutical sector, which saw returns exceeding 85% in the first half of the year [5]. - In contrast, QDII products focused on the U.S. stock market have underperformed, with over half of them reporting negative returns, attributed to various uncertainties affecting the U.S. market [6]. Future Outlook - The expansion of QDII quotas is expected to enhance the competitiveness and internationalization of domestic asset management institutions, contributing to a more open financial system [3]. - Analysts suggest that the Hong Kong market remains attractive for investment, while the U.S. market faces uncertainties, particularly regarding trade policies and economic conditions [7][8].