Core Viewpoint - The value of capital markets in supporting inclusive finance is increasingly recognized, with a focus on activating the functions of the New Third Board (NTB) and improving its system to enhance resource allocation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) [1][3]. Group 1: Capital Market and Inclusive Finance - The NTB is inherently a financing market for SMEs, possessing characteristics of inclusive finance, with approximately 25% of main board IPOs originating from the NTB [3]. - As of October 2025, there are over 6,000 companies listed on the NTB, primarily in innovative SMEs, indicating its role in facilitating financing for these enterprises [1][2]. - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) emphasizes the unique advantages of capital markets in sharing innovation risks and promoting the formation of innovative capital [4]. Group 2: Financing Mechanisms and Benefits - Direct financing through capital markets improves funding efficiency for innovative SMEs, providing sustainable capital support, unlike traditional bank loans which are rigid and constrained [5][6]. - The NTB allows companies to obtain not only funds but also resources and credibility, establishing long-term partnerships based on shared values and growth [6]. - The NTB's lower listing thresholds and costs compared to the main board enhance its accessibility for SMEs, promoting a more inclusive financial environment [3][5]. Group 3: Future Directions and Recommendations - There is a call for greater attention to the activation of NTB functions and system improvements to support the financing of SMEs, which could help alleviate IPO review pressures [7]. - The development of the NTB could significantly benefit the over 60 million SMEs in China, highlighting the need for a sustainable development path for capital market support of inclusive finance [7]. - The essence of inclusive finance extends beyond mere financing to building a service network that integrates capital, industry, and policy, positioning it as a true engine for innovation [7].

Group 1 - The meeting organized by Shandong Securities Regulatory Bureau aimed to enhance the effectiveness of continuous supervision by lead underwriters for companies listed on the New Third Board [1][3] - The lead underwriter system is a fundamental and distinctive system in the New Third Board market, which has helped improve compliance awareness and quality of listed companies, with several high-quality enterprises successfully listing on the Beijing Stock Exchange [3] - The meeting emphasized the need for lead underwriters to seize new opportunities, address challenges, and enhance their professional capabilities in order to support the regulatory service framework [3] Group 2 - Key issues faced by lead underwriters in their advisory and continuous supervision roles were discussed, with multiple firms sharing experiences and suggestions for improvement [3] - The Shandong Securities Regulatory Bureau plans to maintain a dual focus on regulation and development, ensuring both projects and institutions are monitored effectively to promote the healthy and stable development of the New Third Board and Beijing Stock Exchange markets [3]