Report Investment Rating - The report is bullish on the bond market, predicting that the yield of the 10Y Treasury bond will return to around 1.65%, the 30Y Treasury bond to 1.9%, and the 5Y large - bank secondary capital bond to 1.9% (all referring to non - VAT bonds) by the end of the year [24]. Core Viewpoints - In October 2025, the wealth management scale increased more than seasonally, with the total scale reaching 33.6 trillion yuan at the end of October, up 3.7 trillion yuan from the end of the previous year and 1.5 trillion yuan from the end of the previous month [3][6]. - The average monthly annualized yield of pure fixed - income wealth management products of wealth management companies significantly rebounded in October. The average performance comparison benchmark of newly issued RMB fixed - income wealth management products of wealth management companies has been declining since the beginning of 2022, and the lower limit may reach 2.0% in the future [3]. - The interest - bearing liability cost rate of A - share listed banks has declined rapidly in the past two years. It is expected to fall below 1.60% in Q4 2025, and the liability cost of commercial banks will decline year by year in the next three to five years, supporting the downward trend of bond yields [3]. - The report is bullish on the bond market in the short term. Factors such as high equity positions of institutions like annuities, rapid decline in bank liability costs, loose liquidity, and seasonal patterns are expected to support the bond market [3]. Summary by Directory 10 - month Wealth Management Scale - As of the end of October 2025, the wealth management scale reached 33.6 trillion yuan, hitting a historical high. The increase in October was 1.5 trillion yuan, higher than the average increase of 0.87 trillion yuan from 2021 - 2024. Even with a strong stock market in Q3 2025, the wealth management scale increased by 1.46 trillion yuan, higher than the same period from 2022 - 2024 [6][7][9]. Fixed - income Wealth Management Yield in October 2025 - The performance comparison benchmark of newly issued RMB fixed - income wealth management products has been declining since 2022. In October 2025, the upper limit was 2.61% and the lower limit was 2.13%, and the lower limit may drop to around 2.0% in the future [12][17]. - The average 7 - day annualized yield of cash - management wealth management products was 1.26% as of November 9, 2025, and that of money market funds was 1.11%. The yield of cash - management products was stable at a low level in October [13][15]. - The fixed - income wealth management yield significantly rebounded in October. The average monthly annualized yield of pure fixed - income wealth management products was 3.53% in October, up from 2.15% in September [18]. Investment Advice - The interest - bearing liability cost rate of A - share listed banks decreased to 1.63% in Q3 2025, and it is expected to fall below 1.60% in Q4 2025. In the next three to five years, the liability cost of commercial banks will decline year by year, supporting the downward trend of bond yields [19]. - Given high equity positions of institutions like annuities, rapid decline in bank liability costs, loose liquidity, and expected policy rate cuts, the report is bullish on the bond market. Wealth management products may increase their allocation of credit bonds with a remaining maturity of 3 years or less and long - term industrial and urban investment bonds [24].

Core Insights - The People's Bank of China has resumed public market treasury bond trading operations in October after a suspension earlier in the year, indicating a shift in monetary policy [1] - In October, the central bank injected 20 billion yuan into the market, which is seen as a positive signal for the bond market [1] - Market experts believe that the resumption of operations will benefit long-term interest rate bonds and "fixed income+" investment products, suggesting that investors should seize the investment opportunities [1]

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has resumed government bond trading operations, signaling a positive outlook for the bond market and benefiting long-term interest rate bonds and "fixed income +" wealth management products [1][2][3] Group 1: Market Signals and Economic Impact - The resumption of government bond trading operations is seen as a signal for stabilizing growth, which is expected to boost confidence in the bond market [2][3] - PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng indicated that the overall operation of the bond market is good, suggesting that current interest rates are within a policy-acceptable range [2][3] - The operation size of 20 billion yuan, while not large, carries significant signal value, enhancing market confidence, especially in medium to long-term interest rate bonds [2][3] Group 2: Interest Rate Trends and Investment Opportunities - Long-term interest rates have begun to decline since late October, and further decreases are anticipated, providing investment opportunities in related wealth management products [3][4] - The bond market's performance is influenced by macroeconomic factors such as economic recovery and U.S.-China negotiations, which could affect market interest rates and bond prices [4][5] - The PBOC's bond purchases directly support interest rate bond prices, and narrowing yield spreads favor medium to long-term investments [5][6] Group 3: Investment Strategies and Recommendations - Investors are advised to prioritize wealth management products that include interest rate bonds and to consider the stability of historical returns [5][6] - There is a recommendation to increase allocations in medium to short-term credit bonds to secure stable coupon income and to adopt a strategy of "buying on dips" to capitalize on long-term interest rate fluctuations [6] - Diversifying investments to include equity assets within "fixed income +" products is suggested to balance risks and enhance returns in a low-interest-rate environment [6]

Core Insights - The article discusses the evolving trend of "deposit migration," where depositors are increasingly moving funds from traditional savings accounts to higher-yielding financial products, particularly in the context of a recovering stock market [2][3]. Group 1: Market Trends - The shift from direct bank-to-bank transfers to more complex investment strategies is noted, with a focus on wealth management products that offer higher returns [2]. - The issuance of mixed financial products has increased, with the scale of mixed products rising from 6470.76 billion yuan at the end of June to 6548.11 billion yuan by the end of September, reflecting a growth of 77 billion yuan [2]. - Analysts predict that the allocation of wealth management funds to equity markets could exceed 100 billion yuan from the second half of this year through 2026, despite direct investments in stocks being at a five-year low [2][3]. Group 2: Product Issuance and Demand - A significant increase in the issuance of equity-related financial products has been observed, with 13 products launched this year compared to only 2 last year, highlighting a growing interest in themes like high dividends and AI [3]. - The active engagement of 25 wealth management companies in A-share listed company research, with over 2000 research instances, indicates a strong focus on sectors such as semiconductors, healthcare, and renewable energy [3]. - The trend of "deposit migration" is further supported by the rising popularity of mixed financial products, as clients shift funds from maturing fixed deposits to these higher-yielding options [3]. Group 3: Future Outlook - Predictions suggest that high-yield fixed deposits will reach maturity between 2025 and 2026, potentially leading to a significant shift of deposits into more liquid forms or non-bank deposits [4]. - The strategic adjustment of wealth management towards active management and equity investment is closely tied to macroeconomic conditions, policy directions, and changing client needs [3].

Core Viewpoint - The international gold price has surged significantly, reaching new historical highs, driven by various economic factors including the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts and concerns over U.S. government debt sustainability [2][9]. Price Movements - As of October 1, spot gold prices rose to over $3,890 per ounce, with London gold reaching a peak of $3,895 per ounce, marking a new historical high [1]. - In September, the international gold price increased by 10.16%, the largest monthly gain since August 2011 [2]. - On October 1, the price of gold jewelry from major brands in China saw increases, with Chow Tai Fook and Chow Sang Sang raising prices by 6 yuan per gram, while Chow Sang Sang's gold jewelry was priced at 1,130 yuan per gram [3][4]. Market Demand - Despite rising gold prices, demand for gold jewelry remains strong, particularly ahead of the upcoming holiday season, with consumers purchasing gold for gifts and celebrations [4]. - The number of financial products linked to gold has increased, with approximately 50 such products available in the market as of September 29 [5]. Future Price Predictions - Analysts from BMO Capital Markets have raised their forecasts for gold prices, predicting an average price of $3,900 per ounce in the last quarter of 2025, an 8% increase from previous estimates, and $4,400 per ounce in 2026, a 26% increase [9]. - UBS has also expressed a bullish outlook on gold, forecasting prices to reach $4,200 per ounce by mid-2026, citing factors such as a weakening dollar and increased central bank purchases [9].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the changing attitudes towards traditional bank savings due to declining interest rates, prompting individuals to seek alternative investment options to preserve and grow their wealth [2][11][21]. Group 1: Interest Rate Changes - The interest rate for a three-year fixed deposit has decreased from 2.45% to 1.55%, resulting in a reduction of interest income by 5,400 yuan for a 200,000 yuan deposit [3][4]. - Current interest rates for demand deposits are as low as 0.05% to 0.2%, leading to concerns about the diminishing purchasing power of savings [5][11]. Group 2: Alternative Investment Strategies - Individuals are exploring new strategies, such as splitting their savings between bank wealth management products (with expected returns of 3%) and gold, which has increased in price from 660 yuan per gram to 830 yuan per gram [5][9]. - The article highlights the experiences of individuals like Liu Ayi and Li Yao, who have adopted diversified investment approaches, including gold ETFs and mutual funds, to enhance their financial management [9][16]. Group 3: Market Trends - Data indicates a significant shift in household savings, with a net decrease of 1.11 trillion yuan in July alone, while non-bank financial institutions saw an increase of 4.69 trillion yuan in deposits [17][18]. - The number of new accounts opened in the A-share market increased by over 70% year-on-year in July, reflecting a growing interest in alternative investment avenues [18]. Group 4: Investment Mindset - The article emphasizes that investment should be tailored to individual preferences, with some prioritizing stability through wealth management and gold, while others prefer more flexible options like diversified funds [20]. - The overarching theme is that as traditional savings become less appealing, individuals are taking proactive steps to ensure their money remains productive and resilient against inflation [21].

Core Viewpoint - The performance of financial products is showing divergence, with "fixed income +" products gaining advantages in a volatile bond market, while pure fixed income products are experiencing a decline in yields [1][2][5] Asset Performance Divergence - Since late July, the bond market has seen adjustments, leading to a decline in yields for pure fixed income financial products, which primarily consist of bonds. The average annualized yield for open-ended fixed income products was 2.81%, down 0.23 percentage points from the previous month [1][2] Market Dynamics - Financial companies are reducing long-duration bonds to lower volatility, which further exacerbates the decline in yields. The bond market's adjustment is influenced by expectations of "anti-involution" policies and a stronger equity market, prompting a shift of funds from bonds to equities [2][3] Diversified Allocation Strategies - "Fixed income +" products are designed to balance risk and return by incorporating a mix of fixed income and equity assets. Strategies include investments in high-dividend stocks, gold, and various equity indices, aiming to enhance yields through diversified asset allocation [3][4] Future Outlook - The financial market is expected to face structural contradictions between ample funds and a scarcity of quality assets. "Fixed income +" products are anticipated to become important tools for balancing returns and volatility, with a potential increase in the scale of rights-inclusive financial products [5][6]

Group 1 - The total scale of wealth management products exceeded 30 trillion yuan, but the growth rate has slowed down. As of June 30, 2025, the total scale was 30.67 trillion yuan, an increase of 0.72 trillion yuan from the end of 2024, with a growth rate of 2.4%, down from 7.5% year-on-year [1][11][13] - The scale and proportion of wealth management companies continued to rise, while the scale of banking institutions continued to shrink. By June 30, 2025, the scale of wealth management products from wealth management companies was 27.48 trillion yuan, an increase of 1.17 trillion yuan, accounting for 89.6% of the total [2][13][14] Group 2 - Fixed income products remain dominant, accounting for 97.20% of the total wealth management products, although this proportion has slightly decreased. Mixed products have seen a slight increase in proportion [2][17][18] - The scale of cash management products has declined, while the scale of non-cash management products has continued to rise. As of June 30, 2025, open-ended products accounted for 80.93% of the total, with cash management products at 20.87% and non-cash management products at 60.06% [2][19][20] - The average duration of newly issued closed-end products has increased, with the proportion of closed-end products with a duration of over one year rising to 72.86% [2][23][24] Group 3 - The total investment assets of wealth management products reached 32.97 trillion yuan, an increase of 0.84 trillion yuan from the end of 2024, with a leverage ratio of 107.45% [3][30][36] - The scale of bond investments has decreased compared to the end of last year, while the proportion of deposits and public funds has increased significantly. As of June 30, 2025, bond investments accounted for 55.60% of total investment assets [4][31][34] - There has been a reduction in credit bond holdings, with a decrease of 0.42 trillion yuan compared to the end of 2024, while the holdings of interest rate bonds increased by 0.24 trillion yuan [5][42][44] Group 4 - In the future, the relative yield advantage of wealth management products will still have certain attractiveness, supporting the growth of the wealth management scale in the short term. However, the growth rate may slow down in the medium to long term due to the decline in underlying asset yields [6][46]

Report Summary 1. Industry Investment Rating The report does not mention the industry investment rating. 2. Core Viewpoints - The scale of wealth management products has returned to 30 trillion yuan, and it is expected to remain stable above 30 trillion in the second half of 2025. The scale of hybrid products is expected to continue to rise. [2] - The number and scale of wealth management products of bank institutions have decreased significantly, and the market is concentrating towards wealth management companies. It is expected that by the end of 2026, the wealth management market will continue to shift to wealth management companies. [2] - In the first half of 2025, wealth management products increased their allocation of public - offering funds and reduced their allocation of bonds and inter - bank certificates of deposit. The proportion of public - offering funds may continue to increase in the second half of the year. [2] - In the low - interest - rate era, the average yield of wealth management products has weakened, and the performance comparison benchmark of newly issued products of wealth management companies has continued to decline. [2] - The bond market may not have a trending market in the second half of 2025. It is recommended to focus on certain types of bonds and conduct interval trading. [2] 3. Summary by Related Content 3.1 Wealth Management Product Scale - As of H1 2025, the scale of the bank wealth management market was 30.67 trillion yuan, an increase of 0.72 trillion yuan compared to the end of 2024. The scale of cash - management products was 6.4 trillion yuan, a decrease of 0.9 trillion yuan compared to the end of 2024, and the proportion dropped from 24.4% to 20.87%. The scales of fixed - income (excluding cash), hybrid, and equity wealth management products were 23.4 trillion, 0.8 trillion, and 0.1 trillion yuan respectively, with proportions of 76.3%, 2.5%, and 0.2% respectively, increasing by 3.38 pct, 0.07 pct, and 0.02 pct respectively compared to the end of 2024. [2] - It is expected that the scale of wealth management products in the second half of 2025 may remain stable above 30 trillion yuan. [2] 3.2 Market Concentration - By the end of H1 2025, there were 226 wealth management institutions in the market, including 194 bank institutions and 32 wealth management companies, a decrease of 24 and an increase of 1 (Zheshang Bank Wealth Management) compared to the end of the previous year respectively. [2] - In terms of the number of products in existence, there were 13,900 products of bank institutions and 27,900 products of wealth management companies, a decrease of 2,100 and an increase of 3,600 respectively compared to the end of the previous year. [2] - In terms of the scale of products in existence, the scales of bank institutions and wealth management companies were 3.19 trillion and 27.48 trillion yuan respectively, with year - on - year changes of - 24.0% and + 13.0%. [2] 3.3 Asset Allocation - From the end of 2024 to H1 2025, the scales of bonds and inter - bank certificates of deposit decreased from 13.03 trillion and 4.31 trillion yuan to 12.82 trillion and 4.23 trillion yuan respectively. The allocation ratio of interest - rate bonds increased from 2.33% to 3.01%, and the scale reached 0.99 trillion yuan in H1 2025. The allocation ratio of credit bonds decreased from 41.11% to 38.79%, and the scale reached 12.79 trillion yuan in H1 2025. The allocation of public - offering funds increased significantly by 0.42 trillion yuan (the proportion in H1 2025 was 4.2%, an increase of 1.3 pct compared to the end of 2024) to 1.29 trillion yuan. [2] - The proportions of cash and bank deposits and non - standard debt assets in H1 2025 were 24.8% and 5.5% respectively, an increase of 0.9 pct and 0.1 pct respectively compared to the end of 2024. [2] 3.4 Product Yield - The annualized yield of wealth management products has been declining since H1 2023. In the first half of 2025, the average annualized yield of wealth management products was 2.12%, a decrease of 0.53 pct compared to the full - year yield in 2024. [2] - According to Puyi Standard, the performance comparison benchmark of newly issued products of wealth management companies has continued to decline, from 3.21% in Q1 2024 to 2.56% in Q2 2025, and it is expected that the lower limit of the benchmark may reach 2.0%. [2] 3.5 Bond Market Outlook - The report is bullish on the bond market in the short term, expecting the 10 - year Treasury bond yield to return to around 1.65%. After the adjustment, it is recommended to focus on certain types of bonds such as urban investment bonds, capital bonds, and insurance subordinated bonds. [2] - It is predicted that the 10 - year Treasury bond yield will fluctuate in the range of 1.6% - 1.8% in the second half of the year, and there may not be a trending market. The possibility of a significant bear market in the bond market is low, and it is also difficult for the bond market to have a significant bull market. It is recommended to conduct interval trading. [2]

Core Viewpoint - The depreciation of the US dollar by over 10% in the first half of the year has led to significant concerns among investors who entered dollar-denominated financial products at the beginning of the year, as many are now facing losses due to unfavorable exchange rates [1][6]. Group 1: Dollar Depreciation Impact - The dollar index has dropped to around 97 points, with a cumulative decline of 10.59% since the beginning of the year [1][6]. - Investors who exchanged RMB for USD at a rate of 7.35 are now experiencing losses, as the current exchange rate is approximately 7.17 [1][6]. - The depreciation of the dollar has been attributed to several factors, including a slowdown in the US economy, uncertainty regarding Federal Reserve policies, and a global trend of "de-dollarization" [6]. Group 2: Investment Behavior - Despite the depreciation, many investors are still looking to buy into dollar-denominated products, hoping to lock in high interest rates before potential Federal Reserve rate cuts [1][10]. - Some investors express a willingness to continue holding dollar deposits, prioritizing interest rate differentials over short-term exchange rate fluctuations [6][11]. - There is a notable increase in demand for dollar financial products, with some offerings showing annualized returns exceeding 4% [7][8]. Group 3: Financial Product Offerings - Various banks and financial institutions are offering competitive interest rates on dollar deposits, with rates for 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month terms ranging from 3.60% to 4.35% [7][8]. - A significant number of dollar-denominated financial products have been launched recently, with many fixed-income products offering annualized returns between 3.80% and 4.30% [8][9]. - Financial institutions are actively promoting dollar financial products, capitalizing on the current high-interest environment [10].