Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-08-19 15:20Group 1 - The A-share market has seen increased trading activity and a strong willingness among investors to enter the market, leading to a rise in account openings at brokerage firms [1][2] - Brokerage firms are experiencing a surge in customer inquiries and account openings, with some firms reporting daily new account openings of 30 to 40 [2] - Despite the current increase in account openings, the number is still below the levels seen during the "9·24" market event last year [2] Group 2 - The margin trading balance in the A-share market has been steadily increasing, surpassing 2 trillion yuan since August 5, reaching 21,023.09 billion yuan by August 18 [3] - The number of investors participating in margin trading has also risen, with a record high of 630,200 investors on August 18 [3] - Brokerage firms are lowering margin trading rates, making it more attractive for investors, and there is a mix of new and existing investors reactivating their margin accounts [3]