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Core Viewpoint - The A-share margin trading scale has reached a historical high, increasing from 1.8 trillion yuan to over 2.4 trillion yuan in 2023, with recent adjustments in margin requirements by some brokerages due to rapid growth in financing balances [3][4][12]. Group 1: Margin Trading Scale and Trends - As of October 13, 2023, the margin trading balance reached 2.4444 trillion yuan, with a financing balance of 2.4279 trillion yuan, reflecting a daily increase of 25.94 billion yuan [6][15]. - The margin trading balance accounted for 2.55% of the A-share circulating market value, which is still lower than the peak of 4.27% in June 2015 [15]. - The number of new margin trading accounts opened in September 2023 was the highest for the year, indicating strong market demand [5][11]. Group 2: Brokerages' Adjustments and Risk Management - Huayin Securities raised the financing margin ratio from 80% to 100% on October 13, 2023, as a routine risk management measure in response to rapid growth in financing balances [12][13]. - Several brokerages have previously increased their credit business scale limits to meet market demand, with notable adjustments made by companies like Industrial Securities and Zheshang Securities [11][12]. - Analysts suggest that the increase in margin requirements may be a response to high financing demand and a strategy to balance business growth with risk control [13]. Group 3: Market Sentiment and Future Outlook - The recent market adjustments, influenced by external factors such as tariff impacts, have led to a shift in investor sentiment towards defensive sectors like rare earths and pharmaceuticals [16]. - Market analysts predict a potential shift in market style from growth-oriented sectors to defensive sectors during the upcoming volatility period, with a possible recovery in growth sectors post-October [16][17]. - Overall, the current margin trading levels are considered manageable, with expectations of continued market support from policy measures [15].