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需求萎缩规模停滞 LOF基金如何重获生机
Core Viewpoint - The development of Listed Open-Ended Funds (LOF) has stagnated due to inefficiencies in redemption mechanisms, outdated market-making systems, and poor performance in active management, while Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) have thrived, reaching a scale of 4.1 trillion yuan [1][2][4]. Group 1: Historical Context and Current Status - LOF was introduced in 2004, providing a dual trading mechanism of exchange trading and off-market redemption, enhancing liquidity for investors [2]. - In contrast, ETFs, which also launched in 2004, have seen significant growth, with nearly 1,200 ETFs available by June 2025, driven by investor preference and policy support [2]. - LOF's scale has decreased from over 900 billion yuan to around 600 billion yuan, with new fund issuance nearly halted since 2022, leading to over 30 fund liquidations [2][4]. Group 2: Market Dynamics and Challenges - LOF funds often exhibit small scales and poor liquidity, allowing minimal trading volumes to cause significant price fluctuations [3]. - The average daily trading volume for LOF is less than 13 million yuan, compared to 1.26 billion yuan for ETFs, highlighting a severe liquidity gap [4][6]. - The inefficiencies in LOF's trading mechanisms, such as cash redemption and delayed reporting of holdings, hinder investor engagement and strategy tracking [4][5]. Group 3: Recommendations for Improvement - Industry experts suggest that LOF must innovate its mechanisms to align with investor needs, potentially by adopting features from ETF trading systems [6][7]. - There is a call for LOF to explore a combination of active management and ETF-like mechanisms, such as transparent active management models that regularly disclose holdings [6][7]. - To revitalize LOF, it is essential to enhance trading efficiency and optimize investment strategies, ensuring that products meet the evolving demands of investors [7].