Core Viewpoint - The new regulation on internet lending by commercial banks will take effect on October 1, aiming to enhance financial service quality and efficiency, with over 20 financial institutions already announcing their lending partnerships to comply with the new "list management" requirement [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Impact - The new regulation emphasizes a "list management" approach for lending partnerships, leading to a concentration of partnerships among major platforms like Ant Group and JD.com [1][2]. - Compliance adjustments are seen as a trend, with institutions indicating that the new rules will not be a definitive turning point but rather a part of ongoing dynamic adjustments [1][6]. - The performance of lending institutions in Q3 and Q4 is expected to be impacted, particularly for those with a high proportion of equity income, potentially leading to short-term performance challenges [1][6]. Group 2: Institutional Participation - As of September 25, 24 financial institutions have disclosed their lending partnership lists, including 6 foreign banks, 6 joint-stock banks, 4 city commercial banks, and 3 rural commercial banks [2]. - Foreign banks are actively entering the Chinese retail financial market, particularly in consumer credit, leveraging their global risk management experience and cost advantages [2][6]. - The cooperation models among institutions include not only traffic diversion but also joint loans, guarantee enhancements, payment settlements, and overdue collections [2][3]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The "head effect" is prominent, with major internet financial companies dominating the partnership lists, indicating a shift from a phase of rapid growth to a competitive ecosystem favoring stronger players [4][5]. - Smaller lending institutions with less traffic advantage and questionable compliance are likely to be phased out as the industry consolidates [5][6]. - The performance of leading platforms like Qifu Technology and Xinye Technology remains strong, with significant year-on-year profit growth reported [6]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The new regulation may lead to a significant contraction in lending activities, particularly in September, as institutions adjust to compliance requirements [6][7]. - There is a call for maintaining dynamic vitality in the lending industry, suggesting that the disclosure of partnership lists should not become a barrier to market entry [7].