Zhong Guo Jin Rong Xin Xi Wang·2025-12-09 08:36Core Viewpoint - The aging population in China presents unprecedented opportunities for the pension finance sector, with a projected 400 million people aged over 60 by 2035 and a silver economy expected to reach 30 trillion yuan [1][2]. Group 1: Pension Finance Development - The banking industry is focusing on three key areas: pension finance, pension service finance, and pension industry finance, which are seen as having significant growth potential [3]. - The demand for pension security is increasing as the population ages and income levels rise, leading to a greater awareness of the importance of early retirement savings [4]. - As of September 30, 2025, there are 1,181 personal pension products available, with 888 currently on sale, indicating a growing market [5]. Group 2: Challenges in Pension Fund Investment - Pension funds face challenges such as a lack of long-term assets that meet their needs for safety and moderate returns, as well as an imbalance in the development of the three pillars of pension insurance [7][8]. - The first pillar (basic pension insurance) dominates, while the second pillar (enterprise and occupational annuities) has limited coverage, and the third pillar (personal pensions) needs further development [7]. - Market volatility poses a significant risk to pension funds, which require high asset safety and cannot withstand large fluctuations [7]. Group 3: Service Enhancement and Ecosystem Building - The banking sector is shifting from a product-centric approach to a customer-centric service model, focusing on enhancing service quality and building a collaborative ecosystem [9]. - Banks are encouraged to diversify product offerings to meet the varied needs of different customer segments, such as creating tailored pension products for different age and income groups [10]. - Technology is being leveraged to improve service delivery, with tools like personalized asset allocation suggestions and automated processes for pension fund management [11]. - Continuous improvement of services for the elderly is essential, with banks optimizing both online and offline experiences to build trust and understanding [11]. - Collaborative efforts are being made to support the pension industry financially, integrating financial products with services to create comprehensive solutions [12].