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Core Viewpoint - Guodu Securities is embroiled in a significant bond default dispute involving a claim of 475 million yuan due to the default of the "20 Fusheng 01" bond issued by Fujian Fusheng Group, which has raised concerns about its financial performance and potential liabilities [1][3][4]. Financial Performance - Guodu Securities reported a revenue of 749 million yuan for the first half of the year, a year-on-year decrease of 4.42%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 358 million yuan, down 8.1% year-on-year [1][12]. - In contrast, Zheshang Securities, the controlling shareholder of Guodu Securities, achieved a net profit of 1.149 billion yuan, a 46.49% increase year-on-year, but its revenue fell by 23.66% to 6.107 billion yuan [12]. Legal and Regulatory Context - The lawsuit initiated by Wukuang International Trust against Guodu Securities and Fusheng Group is based on allegations of "securities false statements" due to the failure to detect significant debt defaults and major lawsuits [3][4]. - Legal experts suggest that Guodu Securities may bear 10%-30% of the liability for the damages claimed, depending on the court's assessment of its diligence and involvement in the bond issuance process [10][11]. Industry Trends - The bond default cases in the real estate sector have been increasing since 2020, with intermediary institutions like Guodu Securities facing heightened scrutiny and potential liability for their roles in bond issuances [8][11]. - The precedent set by the "Wuyang Bond" case, where an intermediary was held liable for full compensation due to fraud, has influenced subsequent rulings regarding the responsibilities of securities firms in bond defaults [8][11]. Business Segmentation - Guodu Securities' business lines showed mixed results, with brokerage income increasing by 6.73% to 125 million yuan, while proprietary trading and investment banking revenues declined significantly [13][14]. - The company is also facing additional lawsuits related to contract disputes and alleged false statements in bond underwriting, which could further impact its financial standing [14][16].