Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the significant rise of quantitative private equity firms in China, which have outperformed subjective private equity firms in terms of investment returns and number of firms [2][3][4] - As of June 30, 2025, the average return of quantitative private equity firms was 13.54%, while subjective firms averaged only 5.51%, indicating a strong preference for quantitative strategies among high-net-worth individuals [2][4] - The number of quantitative private equity firms has surpassed subjective firms for the first time, with 41 quantitative firms compared to 40 subjective firms, reflecting a shift in investor interest [2][3] Group 2 - The performance of quantitative private equity firms has been robust, with 94.12% of firms reporting positive returns, and some mid-sized firms achieving returns close to 30% [3][4] - The increase in the number of registered quantitative private equity products has surged, with 5,461 new products registered in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 53.61% [6][7] - The market sentiment appears to be improving, with a focus on technology, consumer sectors, and innovative pharmaceuticals, as firms anticipate a favorable investment environment in the second half of 2025 [8]