Core Insights - The report highlights the increasing competition among brokerage firms as they enhance their apps to provide comprehensive wealth management services, with a focus on investment advisory and insurance sales [1][4]. Group 1: App Usage and Growth - As of December 2025, the monthly active users (MAU) of securities apps reached 175 million, marking a 1.75% month-on-month increase and a 2.26% year-on-year increase, setting a new monthly record for 2025 [1]. - Huatai Securities' "Zhangle Wealth" and Guotai Junan's "Guotai Junan Junhong" led the brokerage apps with MAUs of 12.12 million and 10.40 million, respectively, showing month-on-month growth of 2.59% and 2.12% [2]. - The app "Xingye Securities Youlibao" exhibited the most significant year-on-year growth, with a 20.66% increase, reaching an MAU of 1.87 million in December [2]. Group 2: Wealth Management Transformation - Brokerage firms are focusing on optimizing their apps by enhancing investment advisory services and introducing insurance sections to meet diverse user investment needs [4]. - The introduction of new investment advisory services, such as "Stock Selection Treasure" and "Beixin Lingdong+", aims to provide tailored services for different customer segments [4]. - The shift towards comprehensive wealth management is seen as essential for brokerages to overcome challenges posed by declining commission rates, with a focus on offering a full range of asset allocation services [5].

Core Insights - The brokerage apps have become an important window for observing the comprehensive strength and service innovation trends of various brokerages, with active users reaching 175 million in December 2025, marking a 1.75% month-on-month increase and a 2.26% year-on-year increase, setting a new monthly record for 2025 [1] Group 1: User Engagement and Competition - Two brokerage apps, Huatai Securities' "Zhangle Wealth" and Guotai Junan's "Guotai Junan Junhong," lead the monthly active user rankings with 12.12 million and 10.40 million users respectively, showing month-on-month growth of 2.59% and 2.12% [2] - Other major brokerage apps also demonstrated high user engagement, with Ping An Securities' app reaching 8.88 million active users (up 2.06%), and several others exceeding 7 million [2] - The brokerage app with the highest month-on-month growth was "Zhangshan Securities," which saw a 2.99% increase, reaching 7.30 million active users [2] Group 2: Year-on-Year Growth - The brokerage app with the most significant year-on-year growth was "Xingye Securities Youlibao," which achieved a 20.66% increase, reaching 1.87 million active users in December [3] - Other apps like "Changjiang e-Number" and "Zhangle Wealth" also experienced steady growth, with year-on-year increases exceeding 5% [3] Group 3: Wealth Management Transformation - In December 2025, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 2.06%, prompting brokerages to enhance their apps by refining advisory services and adding smart trading tools and insurance sections to meet diverse investment needs [4] - Optimizing advisory services has become a key focus for brokerage app upgrades, with companies like Guosen Securities launching new advisory service sections and products tailored to different customer segments [4] - The introduction of insurance sections in brokerage apps has emerged as a highlight, with Ping An Securities and other firms offering various insurance products and educational content to users [4] Group 4: Industry Trends and Future Directions - Analysts indicate that in the context of declining commission rates, the transformation towards wealth management is essential for brokerages to overcome development bottlenecks, evolving from mere securities brokerage to comprehensive wealth management institutions [5] - The inclusion of insurance products can enhance the stability and risk resistance of customer asset portfolios, allowing brokerages to provide more precise and comprehensive services throughout the customer lifecycle [6]

Core Insights - The securities app market demonstrates strong resilience amid market fluctuations and technological changes, with an average monthly active user (MAU) of 127.28 million in the first 11 months of 2025, peaking at over 135 million in October [1][2]. User Engagement - The top 10 securities firms by MAU include Huatai Securities, Guosen Securities, and China Galaxy Securities, with Huatai's app achieving an average MAU of 8.25 million [4][5]. - A total of 18 firms reported an average MAU exceeding 1 million, indicating a competitive landscape [2][4]. App Development Trends - "High-frequency iteration" is a key trend, with the top 10 apps averaging 9 updates this year, focusing on trading features, market services, and AI capabilities [3][13]. - Guotai Junan's apps led the industry with 25 updates each, showcasing a commitment to continuous improvement [3][13]. Growth Metrics - Several apps achieved significant growth, with the highest increase seen in Industrial Securities' app, which grew by 67.64% from January to November [7][8]. - Year-over-year, 18 apps reported growth, with only two experiencing a decline [9][10]. Daily Active Users (DAU) - Huatai's app leads in DAU with an average of 337.97 million, significantly higher than the second-place app from招商证券 at 199.29 million [11][12]. AI Integration - The integration of AI in investment advisory services is a major focus, with firms like Guotai Junan and China Galaxy enhancing their apps with AI-driven features [13][14]. - The trend towards digital transformation is evident as firms aim to improve user experience and service efficiency through AI [13][14].

Core Insights - The securities industry is experiencing a significant increase in monthly active users (MAU) for trading apps, reaching 172 million in November, a month-on-month growth of 2.06% [1] - Brokerages are leveraging AI tools to enhance service models and improve user experience amid a competitive landscape for customer acquisition [4][5] Group 1: Monthly Active Users and Account Growth - In November, the total number of new accounts opened in the market was 2.5506 million, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 3.38% [2] - Eleven brokerage apps had monthly active users exceeding 6 million, with Huatai Securities and Guotai Junan leading at 11.8149 million and 10.1848 million respectively, both showing month-on-month growth of over 2% [2] - Smaller brokerages like Guojin Securities and Chengtong Securities achieved significant month-on-month growth rates of 9.58% and 4.61% respectively, despite having lower user volumes [3] Group 2: Competitive Landscape and AI Integration - The competition among brokerages is intensifying, with a focus on mobile app functionality and service innovation, particularly through the integration of AI [4] - AI has become a central element in app updates, with features like "AI Dashboard" and AI-driven investment assistants being introduced to enhance user engagement and provide real-time market insights [4][5] - The application of intelligent technology is expected to improve response efficiency and personalized service levels, aiding brokerages in transitioning to comprehensive wealth management service providers [5][6] Group 3: Future Outlook and Strategic Directions - The ongoing evolution of financial technology positions intelligent solutions as a standard in the securities industry, with a focus on enhancing professional service levels and creating value for investors [6] - Large institutions are expected to leverage their resources to build comprehensive intelligent wealth management platforms, while smaller brokerages can focus on niche markets to establish competitive advantages [6]

Core Viewpoint - The investment landscape is shifting from "single product selection" to "platform selection," emphasizing the efficiency of asset allocation and long-term wealth preservation for investors seeking certainty [1] Regulatory Environment - The China Securities Regulatory Commission's 2025 action plan aims to establish a classification evaluation mechanism for fund sales institutions and reduce subscription and service fees, promoting a transition from a "fast" to a "deep cultivation" approach in the industry [1] Platform Strategy - Major distribution platforms are adjusting their strategies to focus on long-term returns and user experience rather than short-term gains, leading to diversified competition that includes advisory services, digital tools, and content ecosystems [1] Comparative Analysis of Fund Sales Platforms - The analysis includes nine representative fund sales institutions categorized into three core groups: third-party platforms (Ant Wealth, Tencent Licai Tong, and Tiantian Fund), bank-affiliated platforms (China Merchants Bank, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, and Ping An Bank), and brokerage platforms (CITIC Securities, Huatai Securities, and GF Securities) [1] User Demand Analysis - The KANO model is utilized to analyze user needs across fund sales apps, categorizing them into five levels: basic, expected, attractive, indifferent, and reverse needs, highlighting the non-linear relationship between product performance and user satisfaction [2] Third-Party Platforms - Ant Wealth excels in attractive features, while Tencent Licai Tong offers limited advisory services. Tiantian Fund has the most comprehensive product offerings, catering to experienced investors [4] - Ant Wealth provides robust educational and community features, while Tiantian Fund allows users to filter funds based on specific criteria. Tencent Licai Tong lags in the richness of professional tools [4] Bank Platforms - China Merchants Bank stands out in expected needs by offering asset allocation reports, while Industrial and Commercial Bank of China relies on its offline network but shows slower innovation in response to younger, online investors [5] - Ping An Bank utilizes an intelligent risk assessment system to recommend products, addressing various user needs effectively [5] Brokerage Platforms - Huatai Securities' Zhangle Wealth integrates research capabilities to offer in-depth market analysis and fund evaluation, while GF Securities' Yitaojin leads in video content and real-time updates, enhancing user engagement [6] - CITIC Securities' Xintou provides personalized advisory services for high-net-worth clients, indicating a shift towards professional service-based revenue models [6]

Core Insights - The active user count for securities apps reached approximately 175 million in September 2025, marking a month-on-month increase of 0.74% and a year-on-year increase of 9.73%, setting a new record for the year [1][2] User Activity Trends - The active user count in September 2025 is the third highest in the past year, only lower than October and November 2024 [2] - Leading brokerage apps like Huatai Securities' Zhangle Wealth and Guotai Junan's Junhong maintained over 10 million active users, solidifying their top positions [2][3] - Smaller brokerages showed significant growth disparities, with some like Guojin's Commission Treasure and Xibu Securities experiencing notable increases, while others faced declines [3] Daily Active Users - Huatai's Zhangle Wealth led in daily active users with 4.378 million, followed by Ping An Securities and GF Securities, both exceeding 3.5 million [4] - The competition among top brokerage apps in terms of daily active users is becoming more established, with smaller firms needing to overcome challenges in user scale and engagement [4] AI Integration in Brokerage Operations - The operational logic of brokerages is shifting from passive market participation to leveraging AI technology for enhancing user engagement and conversion efficiency [5][6] - Huatai Securities launched an independent AI application terminal, "AI Zhangle," which integrates AI capabilities across key functions like stock selection and trading, emphasizing transparency and user adaptation [6] - The industry is witnessing a comprehensive AI transformation, moving from isolated intelligence to full-scenario integration, with AI becoming a core driver for user operations and wealth management [6]

Core Insights - The A-share market experienced a strong rally in August 2025, significantly increasing market activity and user engagement in securities apps [1][2]. User Engagement - In August 2025, the number of active users for securities apps reached 173 million, marking a year-on-year increase of 27.26% and a month-on-month increase of 4%, setting a new monthly record for the year [2]. - The top-performing securities apps included Huatai Securities' Zhangle Wealth and Guotai Junan Junhong, both achieving over 10 million active users in August [1][2]. Growth Trends - The monthly active users for Guojin Securities' Commission Treasure reached 792,400, with a month-on-month growth of 11.86%. Other notable increases were seen in Industrial Securities' Yuli Treasure, Dongfang Winner, and China Galaxy Securities, with growth rates of 6.2%, 5.74%, and 5.44% respectively [3]. - The number of securities apps with over 5 million monthly active users remained stable at 11 in August [3]. Daily Active Users - The top ten securities apps by daily active users remained unchanged, with Huatai Securities leading at 4.14 million, followed by Ping An Securities and Guangfa Securities with 3.35 million and 3.26 million respectively [4]. - Despite a decline in daily active users in August compared to previous months, there was a clear growth trend compared to January 2025 [4]. Strategic Shifts - The recent "8.18 Financial Festival" highlighted a strategic shift among brokerages from short-term promotions to long-term customer value management, characterized by extended operational cycles and deeper integration of AI technology [4][5]. - Major brokerages are transitioning from single-event promotions to continuous engagement strategies, with some extending their promotional activities to 1-2 months, effectively transforming the "Financial Festival" into a "Financial Season" [5].

Core Insights - The active user base of securities apps reached 173 million in August, marking a 4% month-on-month increase and a 27.26% year-on-year increase, the highest monthly active users and growth rate of the year [1][2] - Major brokerages are enhancing their apps by integrating AI technology and driving technological innovation to improve user experience and ensure system stability [1][4] Group 1: Market Performance - In August, the Shanghai Composite Index rose by 7.97%, and the average daily trading volume of A-shares was 2.31 trillion yuan, a 41.27% month-on-month increase [2] - Eleven brokerage apps had over 5 million monthly active users, with leading apps like Huatai Securities' "Zhangle Wealth" reaching 11.83 million users, a 4.17% increase [2] - Among 50 securities apps, 46 saw month-on-month growth in active users, with Guojin's "Commission Treasure" leading at 11.86% growth [2] Group 2: Third-Party Platforms - Third-party platforms maintained significant traffic, with Tonghuashun, Dongfang Caifu, and Dazhihui having 36.73 million, 17.90 million, and 12.59 million monthly active users respectively, showing month-on-month growth of 4.91%, 4.44%, and 5.59% [3] Group 3: Service Optimization - Brokerages are accelerating app upgrades to meet diverse investor needs, focusing on enhancing service intelligence and system stability [4] - Recent innovations include Guojin Securities' AI intent recognition model for customer service and Shanghai Securities' real-time news feature for targeted information delivery [4] Group 4: Digital Transformation - Brokerages are encouraged to leverage AI for digital transformation, shifting from mere trading tools to comprehensive decision-support assistants [5] - Enhancements in trading system stability and efficiency are critical, with firms like Dongfang Securities launching low-latency trading systems to improve service quality [5]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market experienced a strong rally in August 2025, with the Shanghai Composite Index approaching the 3900-point mark, leading to a significant increase in market activity and a record high in active users of securities apps [1][2]. User Activity Summary - In August 2025, the number of active users of securities apps reached 173 million, marking a year-on-year increase of 27.26% and a month-on-month increase of 4%, setting a new monthly record for the year [2][4]. - The top two securities apps, Huatai Securities' Zhangle Wealth and Guotai Junan's Junhong, both surpassed 10 million active users in August, with 11.83 million and 10.21 million users respectively [2][4]. - The monthly active user rankings for the top 10 securities apps remained consistent with the previous month, indicating strong performance from leading platforms [2][4]. Daily Active Users Summary - The daily active user rankings for August 2025 showed Huatai Securities' Zhangle Wealth leading with 4.14 million users, followed by Ping An Securities and GF Securities with 3.35 million and 3.26 million users respectively [5][6][7]. - Despite a slight decline in daily active users compared to previous months, there was a clear growth trend compared to January 2025, where Zhangle Wealth had 3.83 million daily active users [7]. Strategic Focus and Innovations - In 2025, several securities firms are actively integrating AI technology into their mobile and advisory services, enhancing user engagement through personalized information, smart stock selection, and automated trading strategies [8]. - The "818 Financial Festival" highlighted a strategic shift among securities firms from short-term promotions to long-term customer value management, with activities extending over 1-2 months to create a more sustainable customer engagement model [8]. - AI-driven tools and interactive applications were introduced during the financial festival, improving service personalization and response efficiency, while user-oriented strategies increased engagement through gamified tasks and quality educational content [8].

Core Insights - The A-share market has seen a significant increase in trading activity since August, with a total margin balance reaching 22,613.10 billion yuan by August 29, 2023, and new account openings soaring to 2.6503 million, a year-on-year increase of 165% [2][3][4] - The monthly active users of securities service applications reached a record high of 173 million in August, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 27.26% [2][3][4] - Major brokerage firms are intensifying their app development efforts, integrating AI technology into their advisory services to enhance competitiveness and address traditional advisory service limitations [2][9] Market Activity - The average daily trading volume of A-shares exceeded 20 trillion yuan in August, with several trading days surpassing 30 trillion yuan, indicating a significant increase compared to July [3] - The securities transaction stamp duty for August reached 25.1 billion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 225.97% and a month-on-month increase of 66% [3] App Performance - The top 50 securities apps collectively accounted for 117 million monthly active users, with the top ten apps holding nearly 70% of the market share [4][6] - Huatai Securities' "Zhang Le Wealth" app led with 11.8295 million monthly active users, followed by Guotai Junan's app with 10.2106 million [5][6] AI Integration - Brokerages are rapidly launching AI advisory services to capture online traffic and enhance user engagement, with features covering the entire investment lifecycle [9][10] - Guotai Junan has introduced a new AI-driven app that offers intelligent services, while other firms like Guojin Securities are developing AI assistants to improve service efficiency [10][11] Competitive Landscape - The competition among top apps reflects three major trends: the importance of full-chain service capabilities, specialization in vertical fields, and the empowerment of third-party platforms [7][11] - The current AI advisory products primarily focus on FOF (Fund of Funds) strategies, lacking true active management capabilities, indicating room for improvement in the market [11]