“西部+国融”正式获准监管明确后续整合要求

Group 1 - The merger between Western Securities and Guorong Securities has been officially approved by regulatory authorities, marking a significant event in the securities industry [1][2] - Western Securities has acquired 1.151 billion shares of Guorong Securities, representing a 64.5961% stake, and the integration process is under strict regulatory guidelines to ensure risk isolation and prevent conflicts of interest [2][3] - The merger process took 14 months, with Western Securities planning to pay 3.825 billion yuan in cash for the controlling stake in Guorong Securities [3] Group 2 - The securities industry has seen a continuous push for mergers and acquisitions this year, with several firms completing significant transactions, indicating a trend towards consolidation [4] - Following the merger, Western Securities is expected to significantly enhance its asset scale and business strength, with total assets projected to reach 1,047.84 billion yuan by the end of 2024 [4] - Analysts predict that the trend of mergers and acquisitions in the securities industry will continue to grow, driven by policy support and the need for firms to enhance their competitive positions [5]