Core Insights - The FOF (Fund of Funds) market has seen significant growth in 2023, with a total fundraising scale exceeding 200 billion yuan, marking an increase of over 400% compared to the previous year [1][4][6] - The number of FOF products established this year has surpassed 60, significantly exceeding the total of 35 for the entire year of 2024 [2][3] - The popularity of FOFs is attributed to the recovery of the A-share market and the diversification of underlying assets, including ETFs and REITs [5][6] Group 1: FOF Market Growth - The newly established FOF by the company has raised nearly 1.8 billion yuan, becoming a "hit" product in this category [1] - The total number of FOFs established this year has reached over 60, with a cumulative fundraising scale exceeding 56 billion yuan [2] - The overall scale of FOFs has surpassed 200 billion yuan, although it remains small compared to the total mutual fund market of over 36 trillion yuan [1][4] Group 2: Product Performance and Characteristics - The FOFs are increasingly diversifying their underlying assets, moving from primarily active funds to include passive index funds and REITs [4][5] - The most favored index funds among FOFs include gold ETFs and bond ETFs, with significant increases in holdings compared to previous quarters [4][5] - The performance of FOFs has been bolstered by strategic asset allocation, particularly in high-growth sectors such as technology and consumer goods [5] Group 3: Challenges and Future Outlook - Despite the growth, over 60% of FOFs have a scale of less than 200 million yuan, indicating a significant disparity in performance and investor experience [6][7] - The FOF market faces challenges such as a shortage of professional talent and insufficient research capabilities, which need to be addressed to improve investment quality [7] - There is a need for enhanced risk management strategies and cross-market knowledge within FOF research teams to navigate market volatility effectively [7]

Core Viewpoint - The FOF (Fund of Funds) market is experiencing significant growth in both the number of products and total fundraising, with a notable increase in "small blockbuster" FOFs, indicating a trend towards diversified asset allocation and the need for improved cross-market investment capabilities [1][2][6]. Group 1: FOF Market Growth - As of November 12, 2023, a new FOF from the Wanguo Fund raised nearly 1.8 billion yuan, contributing to over 60 FOFs established this year with a total fundraising exceeding 56 billion yuan, significantly higher than the 10.6 billion yuan raised in 2024 [1][2]. - The total scale of FOFs has surpassed 200 billion yuan, with 17 products raising over 1 billion yuan each, highlighting a growing interest in FOFs despite the overall market size being significantly smaller than the underlying funds [1][9]. Group 2: Performance of New FOFs - The newly established Wanguo Zhiyue Stable 90-Day Holding FOF raised 1.793 billion yuan with 5,835 effective subscriptions, while another product, Wanguo Hengyi 3-Month Holding ETF-FOF, raised 414 million yuan [2][5]. - In October alone, several FOFs raised over 2 billion yuan, including Huatai Bairui Yingtai Stable 3-Month Holding FOF, which raised 5.577 billion yuan, indicating a strong demand for these investment vehicles [3][5]. Group 3: Diversification and Asset Allocation - FOFs are increasingly diversifying their underlying assets, now including passive index funds and REITs, with a notable preference for gold and bond ETFs among FOF managers [6][7]. - The top ten most held index funds by FOFs are predominantly bond ETFs, reflecting a strategic shift towards safer asset classes amid market volatility [7][10]. Group 4: Challenges and Opportunities - Despite the growth, over 60% of FOFs have a scale of less than 200 million yuan, indicating a significant disparity in size compared to the underlying public funds, which exceed 30 trillion yuan [9]. - The FOF market faces challenges such as investor perception of complex structures and concerns over double fees, which may hinder further growth [9][10].