Core Viewpoint - Major commercial banks, including Citic Bank, have raised the risk ratings of their fund distribution products to better protect investors' rights, with Citic Bank's adjustment being the largest in the industry to date [1][3]. Group 1: Citic Bank's Actions - Citic Bank announced an increase in the risk ratings of 158 asset management products, effective from May 12, 2025, marking the highest number of products adjusted in a single batch [2][3]. - The risk ratings of several funds were raised, with some products moving from PR3 (medium risk) to PR4 (higher risk), and one product being upgraded from PR2 (lower risk) to PR4 [3]. - The adjustments are in response to regulatory requirements aimed at enhancing investor suitability management and protecting investor rights [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Trends - Other banks, such as China Construction Bank and Minsheng Bank, have also raised risk ratings for their fund distribution products earlier this year, indicating a broader trend in the banking industry [4][5]. - Minsheng Bank adjusted the risk rating of a specific fund to "medium risk" on January 10, 2025, while China Construction Bank made similar adjustments to 21 funds in February 2025 [4].