1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report China's personal pension system has been fully implemented for half a year, and pension wealth - management products are rising rapidly in the multi - level pension system with low - risk and stable returns as core advantages, showing investment potential of "seeking progress while maintaining stability and promising future" [1]. 3. Summary According to Related Catalogs 3.1 China's Personal Pension System's Full - scale Implementation and Global Insights 3.1.1 China's Pension System: From "Multi - level" to "Multi - pillar" China's pension system is structured around the internationally - recognized "three - pillar" framework. By the end of 2024, the total scale of China's multi - level pension security system was about 18.8 trillion yuan, a 12.77% increase from the previous year. The first pillar (social security fund + basic pension) accounted for about 63.9% (about 12 trillion yuan), the second pillar 35.8%, and the third pillar about 0.3%, showing the characteristics of "dominated by basic security and the supplementary level awaiting breakthrough" [2][11]. 3.1.2 Full - scale Implementation of Personal Pension The personal pension system was fully implemented in December 2024, with core breakthroughs in national coverage, diversified product systems, and flexible services and withdrawals. By the end of May 2025, the number of account - opening exceeded 72 million, and the number of products increased to 1,031, but the phenomenon of "hot account - opening and cold deposit" was prominent [15][16]. 3.1.3 International Comparison of Personal Pension Systems The core of the US personal pension system is the Individual Retirement Account (IRAs), with an asset scale of about 17 trillion US dollars by the end of 2024. The UK's personal pension started in 1986, and by the end of 2021, its scale was about 470 billion pounds. Japan's personal pension system consists of iDeCo and NISA. Different countries have different tax mechanisms, access conditions, annual payment limits, investment ranges, and withdrawal conditions [17][21][22]. 3.2 Domestic Personal Pension Product Hierarchical Competition and Global Experience 3.2.1 Formation of the Domestic Personal Pension Product Hierarchical Competition Pattern As of the end of May 2025, savings, insurance, wealth - management, and fund products accounted for 45%, 23%, 3%, and 29% respectively in terms of product quantity. The market is dominated by leading institutions, and small and medium - sized institutions seek breakthroughs through characteristic products [33]. 3.2.1.1 Savings Products with Stable Returns As of June 4, 2025, joint - stock banks were the main issuers of savings products, accounting for 58% of the total product quantity. The interest rate of long - term savings products was generally about 0.6 percentage points higher than that of short - term products [40]. 3.2.1.2 Insurance Products: Coexistence of Guaranteed Stability and Return Elasticity As of the end of May 2025, there were 233 insurance products. The market was dominated by leading institutions, and professional pension insurance companies performed prominently. Some products of National Pension Insurance had a settlement interest rate of over 4% in 2024 [45]. 3.2.1.3 Steady Development of Wealth - management Products As of the end of May 2025, there were 35 wealth - management products, mainly from large bank - affiliated wealth - management subsidiaries. The average one - year return rate as of June 6, 2025, was 2.7%, and the average annualized return rate since establishment was 3.1% [54][58]. 3.2.1.4 New Index Products in the Fund Category, with Leading Funds Dominating the Market Pattern As of the end of May 2025, there were 297 fund products. R3 (medium - risk) products dominated, and pension target FOF accounted for the main proportion. Index funds were included in the product catalog in December 2024, and leading institutions dominated the market [61]. 3.2.2 Higher Allocation Ratio of Equity Assets in Developed Countries' Personal Pensions The US IRA's asset allocation has shifted from deposits to equity assets. The UK's Vanguard target funds had an average annualized return rate of about 7.3% (target risk funds) and 7.8% (target date funds) from 2012 - 2024. Japan's iDeco has increased foreign stock allocation, and NISA has a higher risk preference. Compared with developed countries, domestic personal pension products have a lower allocation ratio of equity assets and relatively lower returns [73][79][81]. 3.3 Pension Wealth - management Products Promising in the Future 3.3.1 Overview of Pension Wealth - management Products As of the end of May 2025, 10 out of 11 approved wealth - management companies had issued 51 pension wealth - management products. The market was dominated by state - owned large banks and leading wealth - management companies. There were 271 pension target funds with a management scale of about 60 billion yuan at the end of 2024, and 1,018 annuity pension products with a management scale of about 2.3 trillion yuan at the end of 2024 [87][91][93]. 3.3.2 Structure of Pension Wealth - management Products As of the end of May 2025, pension wealth - management products were mainly fixed - income, with R2 - level (low - medium risk) products accounting for 96.1%. They had lower management and custody fees compared to pension target funds [98][100]. 3.3.3 Bond - based Asset Allocation in Pension Wealth - management As of Q1 2025, pension wealth - management products mainly allocated fixed - income assets (75.3%), with bonds and non - standard debt assets as the main components. Pension target funds highly relied on public funds, and annuity pension products were mainly allocated to fixed - income assets [101].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the implementation of a deferred tax policy for personal pensions in China starting January 1, 2024, which allows individuals to benefit from tax deductions while saving for retirement [1][3]. Policy Highlights - In the contribution phase, individuals can deduct contributions to their personal pension accounts up to a limit of 12,000 yuan per year from their comprehensive or business income [1][3]. - In the investment phase, investment income credited to personal pension accounts will not be subject to personal income tax [1][3]. - In the withdrawal phase, personal pensions will be taxed separately at a rate of 3%, not included in comprehensive income [1][3]. One-Stop Declaration Process - The article outlines a simplified declaration process through the Personal Income Tax APP, allowing users to manage personal pension deductions without needing to download payment vouchers [2]. - Users can access their pension contribution vouchers starting from the 8th of each month for the previous month, and if there are issues, they can consult the bank that opened their pension account [2]. - The declaration can be submitted either through the withholding agent or via annual self-declaration, depending on the type of voucher [2].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the implementation of personal pension tax policies in China, highlighting the need for improved attractiveness and risk management tools for personal pensions as a financial product [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Implementation - The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security announced that from January 2024, personal pensions will be subject to a 3% individual income tax on the withdrawal amount, regardless of principal or investment returns [1]. - The policy aims to provide tax benefits for individuals looking to improve their retirement living standards and offers financial institutions a new long-term funding channel [1][2]. Group 2: Market Challenges - The current low discount rates for personal pensions in China fail to adequately compensate investors for future risks, making these products less attractive [2][3]. - Investors face inflation risk, market risk, and interest rate risk, with limited options for effective risk hedging in the financial market [2]. Group 3: Investment Viability - There is concern that personal pensions may not yield positive real returns after accounting for inflation, potentially leading to a loss of purchasing power over time [3]. - The low discount rates may result in a preference for immediate consumption or other investment products over personal pensions [3]. Group 4: Recommendations for Improvement - To enhance the appeal of personal pensions, it is suggested to increase discount rates and consider issuing inflation-protected products similar to savings bonds [3]. - The tax conditions for personal pension withdrawals could be refined to reflect actual purchasing power rather than nominal amounts, ensuring that tax burdens do not exceed the real value of pensions [4].

Core Points - The article discusses the taxation policy for personal pensions in China, specifically stating that individuals will pay a 3% personal income tax on the amount received from personal pensions, separate from their comprehensive income [2][4] - The personal pension system in China is structured into three pillars, with the first pillar being the basic pension, the second pillar consisting of enterprise annuities, and the third pillar being the individual pension system that was piloted in November 2022 and will be fully implemented by December 2024 [3][4] Summary by Sections Taxation Policy - Personal pensions will be taxed at a rate of 3% upon withdrawal, and this tax will be classified under "wages and salary income" [2][4] - The taxation applies to both the principal and investment returns, which has raised questions among the public regarding the fairness of this policy [2] Pension System Structure - The basic pension system, which is the first pillar, covers over 1 billion participants and serves as the foundation of China's pension security [2][3] - The second pillar includes enterprise and occupational annuities, which are designed to supplement the basic pension [3] - The third pillar, which is the individual pension system, allows individuals to voluntarily contribute and invest, with tax benefits during the contribution phase [3][4] Financial Implications - Individuals can deduct up to 12,000 yuan per year from their taxable income when contributing to personal pensions, and investment gains are currently not taxed [3][4] - A hypothetical scenario illustrates that a 35-year-old with an annual income of 100,000 yuan could save approximately 33,600 yuan in taxes by contributing to a personal pension until retirement at age 63 [4]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the participation of workers in China's basic pension insurance and the implications of individual pension systems, including tax benefits and investment opportunities [1]. Group 1 - Workers participating in urban employee basic pension insurance or rural resident basic pension insurance can also join the individual pension system [1]. - Contributions to the individual pension system not only allow for personal income tax deductions but also enable the funds to be used for purchasing approved investment products [1]. - The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security clarified that the investment income from individual pensions is subject to a 3% personal income tax upon withdrawal, without distinguishing between principal and investment gains [1].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the challenges and opportunities in enhancing the health of family pension finance in China amidst an aging population and the need for quality elderly care solutions [2]. Group 1: Current State of Pension Finance - The current pension finance system in China is characterized by a three-pillar structure, with the first pillar being basic pension insurance, which is insufficient for quality retirement living due to rapid aging and rising living standards [4]. - China's pension asset accumulation is significantly lower than that of high-income countries, with personal pension assets accounting for only about 4% of GDP compared to nearly or over 90% in OECD countries [4]. - The coverage rate of the third pillar personal pension can be significantly improved, as evidenced by the 93% coverage rate among employees of the State Grid Hubei Company [4]. Group 2: Policy and Structural Challenges - Current pension finance policies have a framework in place but lack sufficient funding, precision, and regional coordination, particularly for low-income groups [5]. - The second pillar, which includes enterprise and occupational annuities, has low participation, especially among private and small enterprises, necessitating policy incentives to broaden coverage [13]. - The third pillar relies on voluntary participation, which is insufficiently attractive, indicating a need for enhanced incentives to encourage participation [13]. Group 3: Role of Insurance in Pension Finance - Insurance plays a unique role in providing stable, long-term cash flow for retirement, which is crucial for meeting diverse family pension needs [7]. - The focus should be on creating a network that integrates insurance with services and experiences, addressing the growing demand for accessible elderly care resources [7]. Group 4: Recommendations for Improvement - To enhance personal pension systems, it is essential to explore diversified incentive mechanisms that can increase participation rates, especially among low- and middle-income groups [8]. - The design of pension financial products should prioritize long-term cash flow stability and cater to varying income levels and retirement plans [11]. - There is a need for better integration of pension finance with elderly care services, ensuring that facilities meet the actual needs of the elderly and leveraging technology to improve service efficiency [12].

河南已有1043.01万人开立个人养老金账户 智通财经6月6日电，作为我国养老保险体系"第三支柱"的重要组成部分，个人养老金制度在全国范围内 实施已有半年。6月5日，河南省个人养老金宣传月活动在开封启动。从启动仪式上获悉，截至5月底， 全省已有1043.01万人开立个人养老金账户。 ...

Core Points - The personal pension system, as the "third pillar" of China's pension insurance system, has been implemented nationwide for six months, with over 10.43 million personal pension accounts opened in Henan Province by the end of May [1] - The personal pension scheme is characterized by government support, voluntary participation, and market-oriented operations, allowing individuals to choose various financial products for retirement savings [1] - Participants can enjoy tax benefits, including a tax deduction of up to 12,000 yuan per year on contributions, tax exemption on investment income, and a lower tax rate of 3% upon withdrawal [1][2] Summary by Sections Implementation and Participation - The personal pension system has seen significant uptake, with 10.43 million accounts established in Henan Province as of May 31 [1] - The system operates on a personal account basis, where contributions are solely made by participants, who can select from a range of financial products [1] Tax Benefits - A key advantage of the personal pension system is its tax benefits, allowing for tax deductions on contributions, which can significantly reduce individual tax burdens [2] - For example, an individual with a taxable income of 200,000 yuan can save 2,400 yuan in personal income tax by contributing 12,000 yuan to their personal pension account [2] Future Development - The provincial government plans to enhance the promotion of the personal pension system through various initiatives, aiming to develop a multi-tiered pension insurance system [2]

Core Insights - The recent expansion of personal pension financial products in China reflects a growing focus on retirement planning amid increasing aging population concerns [1][4] - The majority of these products are fixed-income, catering to low-risk preferences of investors seeking stable returns [2][3] Group 1: Product Expansion and Market Trends - The eighth batch of personal pension financial products includes two new fixed-income products with moderate risk levels [1] - Since the launch of the first batch in February 2023, 35 personal pension financial products have been successfully issued by six financial companies [1] - As of March 2023, the total investment in personal pension financial products exceeded 12.99 billion yuan [1] Group 2: Product Characteristics and Performance - Among the 35 personal pension financial products, 23 are classified as low-risk, while only 12 are medium-risk [2] - Fixed-income products dominate the market, with 29 out of 35 products falling into this category [2] - All existing personal pension financial products have shown positive net asset values, indicating profitability [2] Group 3: Regulatory and Structural Developments - The personal pension system is set to expand nationwide by December 2024, with a growing variety of investment options including government bonds and index funds [4] - As of June 2023, there are 1,028 personal pension products available, including various categories such as savings, funds, insurance, and financial products [4] Group 4: Challenges and Recommendations - The current trend shows a disparity between account openings and actual contributions, limiting the attractiveness of personal pension products [5] - Financial institutions are encouraged to develop products that align with long-term retirement needs, focusing on diverse risk profiles and investment strategies [6]

优化个人养老金领取条件，以适度的资金流动性实现"流水不腐"。个人养老金制度的一大特点是稳定， 但稳定不能等同于僵硬。目前，个人养老金资金账户封闭运行，参加人只有在完全丧失劳动能力、出国 （境）定居、患有重大疾病、领取失业保险金达到一定条件或正在领取最低生活保障金等情况下才能提 前领取，否则就必须在达到退休年龄后才能领取。对于年轻人来说，若资金一旦投入便可能数十载只进 不出，难免会令其心存顾虑，更愿意把钱攥在手里。不过好消息是，人社部已在4月底表示，将制定提 前领取个人养老金相关办法。可以预见，个人养老金的支取灵活性有望在未来进一步提高。 丰富个人养老金投资产品，以多样化的投资选择吸引更多"源头活水"。目前，个人养老金产品快速扩 容，数量已超千款，但投资者仍然觉得产品类型单一、缺乏吸引力。原因就在于产品同质化明显，约一 半产品都是由银行自行研发销售的储蓄类产品。同时，基金类、保险类、理财类等个人养老金产品也往 往特色不够鲜明，未能满足多样化需求。因此，若要更好激活个人养老金"蓄水池"，就要进一步丰富产 品种类，针对不同的风险偏好设计差异化产品，并推出与养老生活紧密结合的特色产品，比如可以对接 长期护理等养老服务 ...