两次调整业务种类？中信证券回应：收购广州证券的后续

Core Viewpoint - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has updated the public notice regarding the acceptance and review of administrative license applications for securities and fund management institutions, highlighting the recent applications by CITIC Securities to reduce its business scope [2][3]. Group 1: Business Adjustments - CITIC Securities submitted two applications in October to reduce its business categories, with the CSRC accepting the materials on October 14 and October 28 [4]. - The first application involved reducing business types related to securities underwriting, securities financing, stock options market making, and private investment funds, among others [5]. - The second application focused on reducing core business areas such as securities brokerage, investment consulting, and asset management [6]. Group 2: Background and Rationale - The adjustments are linked to the ongoing acquisition of Guangzhou Securities, now known as CITIC Securities South China [7]. - The CSRC had previously approved changes to the business scope of CITIC Securities South China, including a reduction in securities underwriting activities [7]. - The need for these adjustments stems from regulatory requirements to avoid competition between CITIC Securities and its subsidiaries, as outlined in the Securities Company Establishment Regulations [8][9].