Core Viewpoint - The withdrawal of public fund license applications by Guotou Securities Asset Management (Guozheng Zichan) reflects a tightening regulatory environment and a shift towards rational development and survival of the fittest in the asset management industry [2][4][11]. Group 1: License Withdrawal - Guotou Securities Asset Management has officially withdrawn its application for a public fund license, joining other firms like GF Securities Asset Management and Guangfa Securities Asset Management in this trend [2][9]. - The company had been waiting for over two years for the approval process, which began with its application submission on July 18, 2023, and included several rounds of feedback without significant progress [4][5]. Group 2: Industry Context - As of the end of Q3, there are only three securities firms and eleven securities asset management institutions that have been granted public fund licenses, managing a total of nearly 600 billion yuan in non-monetary fund assets [2]. - The tightening of public fund license approvals is seen as a response to the current industry landscape, where there are 165 fund management companies and qualified asset management institutions, leading to significant competition [10][11]. Group 3: Strategic Shifts - The withdrawal of applications indicates a new phase in the industry characterized by rational development, where larger securities firms can leverage the "one participation, one control, one license" policy for comprehensive business layouts [11]. - Smaller securities firms are encouraged to focus on niche areas such as ABS, quantitative strategies, and fixed income, adopting a specialized and high-quality approach to private asset management [11]. - Some firms are opting for full acquisitions of existing fund companies to enter the public fund business, as seen with Shanghai Securities' acquisition of Xinjiang Qianhai United Fund [11].

Core Insights - The public fund license, once highly sought after, is losing its appeal as evidenced by the recent withdrawal of Shanghai Guangda Securities Asset Management Co., Ltd. from the public fund management qualification approval list [1][2] - Guangda Securities Asset Management is not the only firm to withdraw; in August, GF Asset Management also exited the application process, leaving only two firms, Guozheng Asset Management and Guojin Asset Management, still awaiting approval [1][3] Summary by Sections License Withdrawal - Guangda Securities Asset Management has been removed from the list of institutions applying for public fund management qualifications, marking a significant shift in the industry [2] - The firm submitted its application in June 2023 but faced a stagnant approval process, leading to the decision to pause its application after over two years of waiting [2][4] Industry Context - 2023 was anticipated to be a peak year for public fund license applications, initiated by regulatory changes in May 2022 that allowed more firms to apply [2][4] - Despite the initial surge in applications, only two firms, China Merchants Asset Management and Everbright Securities Asset Management, received approvals, while the rest faced delays or withdrew their applications [2][3] Strategic Considerations - The withdrawals reflect a strategic shift among firms, as regulatory requirements mandate that collective asset management products must complete public transformation by the end of 2025 [4][5] - Firms like Guangda Securities Asset Management are opting for alternative strategies, such as transferring their products to affiliated public fund platforms, to mitigate transformation pressures [4][5] Market Dynamics - The competitive landscape for asset management firms is changing, with a focus on high-value services like private fund of funds and alternative investments becoming more attractive compared to the lengthy and costly public fund license application process [5] - Regulatory tightening, increased capital thresholds, and evolving governance structures present substantial challenges for firms seeking public fund licenses, leading to a more stable competitive environment where larger firms may solidify their positions [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that after Guangfa Asset Management and Guangzheng Asset Management withdrew from the public fund license application process, only two broker asset management firms remain awaiting approval for public fund licenses [1] - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has removed Guangzheng Asset Management from the list of institutions applying for public fund management qualifications, following Guangfa Asset Management's exit in August [1] - The remaining broker asset management firms still in the public fund license approval queue are Guozheng Asset Management and Guojin Asset Management [1] Group 2 - As of 2024, applications for public fund licenses by broker asset management institutions have nearly come to a halt, with a total of 14 firms having obtained the necessary licenses [2] - By the end of 2025 Q2, the asset management scale of broker asset management firms is approximately 8.51 trillion yuan, reflecting a slight increase of about 0.2 trillion yuan from the end of 2024 and an increase of 0.65 trillion yuan from the end of 2023 [2] - The end of 2023 marks the final deadline for the public offering transformation of large collective products managed by broker asset management firms, which can be achieved through various compliance methods [2]

Core Insights - Shanghai Everbright Securities Asset Management Co., Ltd. (Everbright Asset Management) has been removed from the list of institutions applying for public fund management qualifications by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) [1][3] - This follows the withdrawal of Guangfa Asset Management from the qualification approval list in August, leaving only Anxin Asset Management (now Guozhen Asset Management) and Guojin Asset Management in the queue for public fund licenses [1][3] Company Developments - Everbright Asset Management submitted its application for a public fund license on June 19, 2023, and provided supplementary materials on June 27, 2023, but did not enter the formal review stage [3] - The company has transferred several public collective products to Everbright Baodexin Fund Management, which is 55% owned by Everbright Securities [3] - The company reported revenue of 675 million yuan and a net profit of 219 million yuan for the year 2024, with a total asset management scale of 311.4 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 3.71% from the beginning of the year [4] Management Changes - Everbright Asset Management has experienced significant changes in its executive team, raising concerns about its future strategic direction [4] - Key management changes include the departure of former General Manager Wang Pei in January 2023, the appointment of Chang Song as General Manager in July 2023, and subsequent changes in leadership roles throughout 2024 [4] - In August 2023, the company announced the resignation of Chairman Xiong Guobing due to job adjustments, with General Manager Qiao Zhen temporarily assuming the chairman's responsibilities [4]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the withdrawal of Shanghai Guangda Securities Asset Management Co., Ltd. (Guangzheng Asset Management) from the public fund management license application process, highlighting a trend among securities asset management companies in China to pause their public fund license applications [2][6]. Group 1: License Application Status - Guangzheng Asset Management has been removed from the list of institutions applying for public fund management qualifications as per the latest announcement from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) [6]. - In August 2023, another asset management company, GF Asset Management, also withdrew from the qualification approval list, leaving only Anxin Asset Management (now Guozheng Asset Management) and Guojin Asset Management still in the application queue [2][6]. Group 2: Historical Context and Regulatory Changes - Guangzheng Asset Management submitted its application for a public fund license on June 19, 2023, and provided supplementary materials on June 27, 2023. However, the application did not enter the formal review stage, and the company did not receive further inquiries from regulators [5][6]. - Since the implementation of new regulations in May 2022, which allow securities firms to hold one public fund license, there have been no new approvals for public fund licenses among securities asset management companies after the licenses were granted to招商资管 and 兴证资管 in 2023 [6]. Group 3: Company Performance and Management Changes - Guangzheng Asset Management reported a revenue of 675 million yuan and a net profit of 219 million yuan for the year 2024, with a total asset management scale of 3,114 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 3.71% from the beginning of the year [8]. - The company has experienced significant changes in its executive team, raising concerns about its future strategic direction. Notable changes include the departure of the original general manager in January 2023 and subsequent appointments and adjustments within the management team throughout 2024 [8].

Core Viewpoint - Guangzheng Asset Management has withdrawn its application for a public fund license, following a trend among securities asset management companies to pause their public fund license applications [1][3]. Group 1: License Application Status - Guangzheng Asset Management was removed from the list of institutions applying for public fund management qualifications by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) [1][3]. - In August 2023, another asset management company, GF Asset Management, also withdrew from the qualification approval list [3]. - Currently, only Anxin Asset Management (now Guozheng Asset Management) and Guojin Asset Management are still in the queue for public fund license applications [1][3]. Group 2: Company Background and Financials - Guangzheng Asset Management was established on May 9, 2012, and is the first asset management company under a listed securities firm in China [4]. - According to Guangzheng Securities' 2024 annual report, Guangzheng Asset Management achieved revenue of 675 million yuan and a net profit of 219 million yuan in 2024 [4]. - As of the end of 2024, the asset management scale of Guangzheng Asset Management was 311.4 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 3.71% from the beginning of the year [4]. Group 3: Management Changes - The company has experienced a series of changes in its executive team, raising market concerns about its future strategic direction [4]. - In January 2023, the former general manager, Wang Pei, left due to work adjustments, and the then vice general manager, Chang Song, took over as acting general manager [4]. - In October 2024, Chang Song returned to the vice general manager position due to health reasons, and Qiao Zhen was promoted to general manager [4][5].

Core Viewpoint - The withdrawal of public fund license applications by both Guangfa Asset Management and Everbright Securities Asset Management highlights challenges in the asset management industry, particularly in the context of regulatory scrutiny and market conditions [1][5][8]. Group 1: Company Developments - Everbright Securities Asset Management (光证资管) has been removed from the list of institutions approved for public fund management qualifications by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) [1][8]. - Guangfa Asset Management was the first to withdraw from the public fund license application process in August 2025, followed by Everbright Securities Asset Management, marking the end of a two-year and four-month application journey for the latter [5][8]. - As of the end of 2024, Everbright Securities Asset Management reported a revenue of 675 million yuan and a net profit of 219 million yuan, with a total asset management scale of 311.4 billion yuan, reflecting a growth of 3.71% from the beginning of the year [2][4]. Group 2: Industry Context - The "one participation, one control, one license" policy implemented in May 2022 has accelerated the process for securities firms to apply for public fund licenses, with several firms submitting applications [7]. - Currently, only two firms, Guozheng Asset Management (国证资管) and Guojin Asset Management (国金资管), remain in the queue for public fund licenses after the withdrawals of Guangfa and Everbright [8][9]. - A total of three securities firms and eleven subsidiaries have been granted public fund management qualifications, indicating a competitive landscape in the asset management sector [9][10].

Group 1: E Fund's Investment in Broker H-shares - E Fund has significantly increased its holdings in 11 Chinese broker H-shares, with the proportion of shares held in 6 brokers exceeding 5%, in 3 brokers exceeding 7%, and in 2 brokers exceeding 6% [1] - The increase in holdings is attributed to the rapid growth of E Fund's Hong Kong Securities ETF, which surged by 135% to reach 22.876 billion yuan by the end of July [1] - This move reflects enhanced confidence from institutional investors in the Chinese brokerage sector, potentially boosting overall market sentiment towards financial stocks [1] Group 2: Guangfa Asset Management's Withdrawal from Public Fund License Application - Guangfa Asset Management has withdrawn from the public fund license application list, marking the end of its nearly two-and-a-half-year application process [2] - The withdrawal highlights the challenges faced by brokerage asset management firms in their transition to public fund management amid intense competition [2] - The competitive landscape for asset management firms may shift, with a focus on alternative strategies as the difficulty of obtaining public fund licenses increases [2] Group 3: Judicial Auction of Jinlong Shares - Jinlong Co. announced that its controlling shareholder will have 35 million shares auctioned for the second time, representing 16.59% of the shareholder's holdings and 3.91% of the total shares [3] - The auction is set to take place from August 25 to August 26, and if all shares are sold, the controlling shareholder will still hold 176 million shares, maintaining control [3] - This situation indicates financial pressure on the controlling shareholder, which may raise concerns about corporate governance stability and impact Jinlong's stock price [3] Group 4: Honghu Investment's Fund Performance - Honghu Investment reported that several of its products experienced a net value decline exceeding 6% in the past week, primarily due to negative returns from commodity assets [4][5] - The firm attributed the negative performance to a mismatch between medium-term fundamental signals and short-term market price movements, particularly following unmet policy expectations [5] - This situation may lead to a reassessment of similar macro-strategy products by investors, as market sensitivity to policy changes increases [5]