第一财经·2025-09-16 12:25Core Viewpoint - The merger rumors between Huazhong Securities and Guoyuan Securities have garnered significant market attention, with both companies being the only A-share listed brokerages in Anhui Province, controlled by the Anhui Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission [1] Group 1 - On September 16, Huazhong Securities released an investor relations activity record indicating that multiple investors inquired about the merger progress [1] - Huazhong Securities responded by stating that it will continue to focus on intrinsic development and enhancing core competitiveness while seizing policy opportunities and actively seeking external expansion [1] - The company emphasized that any major matters will be announced in accordance with regulations [1]