Core Viewpoint - The recent acquisition of Jinzhou Bank by Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) has triggered a significant shift in the fund distribution landscape, leading to the termination of distribution agreements by approximately ten fund companies and affecting over 1,600 funds, highlighting the ongoing consolidation and risk management in the banking sector [2][3][4]. Fund Distribution Changes - ICBC's acquisition of Jinzhou Bank has resulted in multiple fund companies, including GF Fund, Huaxia Fund, and others, announcing the termination of their distribution partnerships with Jinzhou Bank, effective from November 17 [3][4]. - Jinzhou Bank, which had been a high-risk financial institution, was fully acquired by ICBC, marking a significant event in the restructuring of China's banking sector [3][6]. Fund Transition Process - The funds previously distributed by Jinzhou Bank will be transitioned in two ways: those that are also distributed by ICBC will be automatically transferred to ICBC, while those not distributed by ICBC will be moved to direct sales channels managed by the respective fund companies [5][6]. - Fund companies have communicated the need for investors to manage their holdings by specific deadlines to ensure a smooth transition of their fund shares [5][6]. Industry Consolidation and Effects - The consolidation of banking channels is expected to intensify the "Matthew Effect" in fund distribution, concentrating resources among leading channels and increasing competition among fund companies [7][8]. - Despite banks still being the primary sales channels for funds, their market share has declined from over 50% to around 40%, with independent fund sales institutions and brokers gaining ground [7][8]. Future Market Dynamics - The competitive landscape for fund sales is shifting from a focus on scale to a more comprehensive competition based on customer service, advisory capabilities, and digital proficiency [8].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles is that Minsheng Bank is terminating its cooperation with third-party platforms for public fund distribution in response to new regulatory requirements, shifting its focus to self-owned channels [1][5][11] - Minsheng Bank announced the termination of its cooperation with the "Huawei Wallet" platform for public fund distribution effective September 4, 2025, requiring investors to use the Minsheng Bank APP for all related transactions [2][3] - The bank had previously announced the termination of its partnership with the "Yutong Life" platform for public money market fund distribution effective August 25, 2025, indicating a broader strategy to consolidate its fund distribution channels [3][4] Group 2 - The new regulatory framework, known as the "Sales Agency Regulations," was issued by the National Financial Supervision Administration in March 2025, mandating that commercial banks can only sell products through their own channels and prohibiting outsourcing of sales processes [5][11] - Minsheng Bank's adjustments are a direct response to these regulations, which aim to clarify the boundaries for asset management institutions and banks, eliminating the practice of using third-party platforms for sales [5][12] - The bank is also integrating its direct banking services, with the "Huixuanbao" channel being merged into the Minsheng mobile banking and personal online banking platforms, reflecting a trend towards internal channel optimization [6][9] Group 3 - The bank's revenue from fund distribution has been under pressure due to declining commission rates and regulatory tightening, with a reported decrease in net income from fees and commissions by 5.15% year-on-year in 2024 [12][13] - The overall trend in the banking industry shows a decline in non-interest income, with many banks facing challenges in maintaining profitability in their fund distribution businesses due to reduced fees and increased regulatory scrutiny [12][13] - As of 2024, major banks, including Minsheng Bank, have been implementing fee reduction policies to attract investors, but this has led to a significant drop in income from fund distribution activities [11][12]