Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent decision by Guotou Ruijin Fund Company to change the valuation method of its silver fund to reflect international silver prices, which has led to significant dissatisfaction among investors due to increased losses during a period of market volatility [2][3][4][7]. Group 1: Fund Valuation Change - Guotou Ruijin Fund Company announced that the valuation of its silver fund would now be based on international silver prices instead of domestic prices [2]. - This change resulted in a drastic loss for investors, as the international silver price dropped by 31% over two trading days, while the domestic market has a limit of 17% for daily price declines [4][5][6][7]. - The adjustment was made to ensure that the fund's valuation reflects the true market value of its underlying assets, which are determined by international prices [11][12][13]. Group 2: Investor Impact - The change in valuation rules meant that investors who planned to redeem their shares would face a loss of 31% instead of the previously expected 17% [6][7]. - The fund company aimed to protect remaining investors by preventing a situation where early redeeming investors could benefit from inflated prices at the expense of those who stayed [15][19]. - The decision to announce the change after market hours was likely intended to avoid panic selling and protect the interests of remaining investors [20][21][22].