中国基金报·2025-08-15 14:11Core Viewpoint - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has approved the acquisition of Guorong Securities by Western Securities, marking a significant consolidation in the securities industry [2][5]. Group 1: Guorong Securities Acquisition - Western Securities has been approved to acquire 1.15 billion shares of Guorong Securities, representing 64.5961% of the total shares [5]. - The total assets of the combined entity are expected to approach 120 billion yuan, considering the assets of both companies and potential synergies [4][6]. - The integration plan must be submitted to the CSRC within one year, outlining a clear timeline for the merger process [5][6]. - The merger will enhance Western Securities' presence in North China and improve business collaboration across regions, leveraging Guorong Securities' strengths in bond and investment banking [7]. Group 2: Guohai Securities Shareholder Change - The CSRC has also approved Guangxi Investment Group Financial Holding Co., Ltd. to become the major shareholder of Guohai Securities, acquiring over 300 million shares, which is 4.82% of the total shares [10]. - Following a restructuring, Guangxi Investment Group's ownership will change, but it will remain the actual controller of Guohai Securities, ensuring no significant impact on governance or daily operations [11].