Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-08-15 14:11Core Viewpoint - Recent announcements from multiple banks indicate a strict prohibition on the use of credit card funds for investments, including stock markets and real estate, in response to regulatory requirements aimed at controlling the flow of credit card funds into restricted areas [1][4]. Group 1: Bank Announcements - Minsheng Bank's credit card center announced that starting September 18, 2025, credit card cash advance transfers will be subject to controlled amounts, prohibiting their use for investments, home purchases, and other non-consumption activities [2]. - Huaxia Bank updated its cash advance terms, stating that funds must not be used for investments, including stocks, securities, or real estate, and warned of potential restrictions on card usage for violations [2][3]. - Shaanxi Rural Credit Union specified that credit card funds cannot be used for real estate purchases, investments in financial products, or business operations, with penalties for non-compliance [3]. Group 2: Regulatory Context - The People's Bank of China and the former China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission previously issued guidelines emphasizing the prohibition of credit card funds for investments and the necessity for banks to monitor fund usage effectively [4]. - Banks are obligated to regularly remind the public about the proper use of credit card funds to prevent misuse, which could lead to account freezes and damage to personal credit ratings [4].