Zhong Guo Ji Jin Bao·2025-11-03 12:08Core Viewpoint - Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) has announced the resumption of its "Ruyi Gold Accumulation" business application, which had been suspended due to macroeconomic policy impacts [2][4]. Group 1: Business Operations - ICBC suspended the "Ruyi Gold Accumulation" business from November 3, 2025, due to macroeconomic policy influences and risk management requirements, but existing customers' plans remain unaffected [4]. - China Construction Bank (CCB) also announced the suspension of its "Easy Gold" business, including real-time purchases and new investment plans, effective from November 3, 2025, while existing plans will continue [6]. Group 2: Tax Policy Impact - The Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation released new tax policies regarding gold, effective from November 1, 2025, which will last until December 31, 2027. The policy exempts value-added tax (VAT) for transactions involving standard gold [8]. - Industry insiders indicated that the suspension of business applications is primarily due to adjustments in response to macroeconomic policies, including IT system changes [8]. Group 3: Market Reactions - Following the announcement of the new tax policy, Chow Tai Fook Jewelry reported increased costs for gold procurement and production, leading to price adjustments for some gold products starting November 3 [8]. - On November 3, A-share gold and jewelry stocks experienced declines, with notable drops including Chao Hong Ji at a 10% limit down and other companies like Pengxin Resources and Lao Feng Xiang falling over 3% [8][9]. - In the Hong Kong stock market, gold and jewelry stocks also saw significant declines, with Chow Tai Fook dropping 8.67% and Lao Pu Gold down 7.16% [10].