Core Viewpoint - The appointment of Cui Bingwen as the chairman of Shanghai International Trust has been approved, marking a significant leadership change in the company, which is one of the earliest established trust companies in China [1][2]. Company Overview - Shanghai International Trust was founded in 1981 and has a registered capital of RMB 5 billion. The company is primarily owned by Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, which holds a 97.3333% stake [2]. - The company focuses on asset management and wealth management services for high-net-worth clients, covering areas such as equity and debt financing, securities investment, alternative investments, and family trusts [3]. Leadership Background - Cui Bingwen, the newly appointed chairman, is currently a member of the Party Committee and vice president of Shanghai Pudong Development Bank. He has held various leadership roles in the banking sector, including positions at the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China [3]. Financial Performance - According to the financial report released in April, Shanghai International Trust reported a revenue of RMB 1.852 billion for the previous year, a decrease of 77.25% year-on-year, with a net profit of RMB 669 million, down 82.56% [3]. Strategic Transformation - The company is accelerating its transformation in response to a complex economic environment, focusing on enhancing policy research and risk assessment capabilities while prudently controlling the scale of financing-related businesses and reducing exposure to real estate and government financing platforms [3]. Industry Context - The trust industry is undergoing significant personnel changes and restructuring, with multiple high-level appointments across various trust companies since the introduction of the new "Trust Company Management Measures" [4]. - The new regulations aim to refocus the industry on its core mission of fiduciary responsibility, emphasizing risk management and operational compliance [4].