Core Viewpoint - The Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE) has become a crucial force in supporting the development of new productivity over its four years of establishment, serving as a primary platform for innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) [3][5]. Group 1: Achievements in Supporting Innovative SMEs - The BSE has successfully nurtured high-quality "specialized, refined, unique, and innovative" enterprises across various sectors, significantly contributing to the innovation and development of the real economy [5][6]. - The number of listed companies on the BSE has reached 274, with a total market capitalization exceeding 900 billion, and nearly 80% of these companies are SMEs [6][7]. - The BSE has filled the gaps between other major boards, providing multi-tiered capital market financing support for enterprises at different stages and with varying financing needs [5][6]. Group 2: Market Liquidity and Investor Structure - The average daily trading volume on the BSE has significantly increased, with daily turnover reaching nearly 30 billion in the first eight months of the year, far exceeding the previous year's average of less than 10 billion [10][7]. - The investor base has expanded, with over 9 million qualified investors now participating, including a growing proportion of institutional investors such as social security funds and insurance capital [10][11]. - The BSE has transitioned to a diversified investor group, with institutional investors leading and professional individual investors actively participating [11][10]. Group 3: Performance of Themed Funds - The average net value growth rate of BSE-themed funds has approached 60% this year, with some funds achieving over 123% growth [13][15]. - The strong performance of these funds is attributed to ongoing policy support, market confidence recovery, and a rise in risk appetite [18][19]. - Thematic funds have benefited from the valuation recovery of listed companies and their performance growth, indicating a favorable investment environment [19][18]. Group 4: Future Development and Challenges - The BSE is entering a "dual-index" era with the launch of the North Certificate Specialized and New Index alongside the North Certificate 50 Index, enhancing investment tools and opportunities [25][24]. - Despite significant progress, challenges remain, including the need for improved institutional frameworks, investor education, and the introduction of more high-quality enterprises to sustain growth [29][30]. - The BSE aims to enhance its attractiveness and service capabilities by optimizing listing mechanisms and increasing the participation of long-term funds [30][29].

Core Viewpoint - The micro-cap stock index has seen a significant recovery, with a cumulative increase of nearly 30% over the past two months, driven by multiple factors including policy support and market dynamics [1][3][4]. Group 1: Market Performance - The micro-cap indices, including the CSI 1000, CSI 2000, and Guozheng 2000, have risen by 11.09%, 18.27%, and 14.43% respectively since April 8, significantly outperforming related indices [3]. - The Wind micro-cap stock index reached a new historical high on June 12, reflecting strong market recovery [2][3]. Group 2: Factors Driving Recovery - The recovery in micro-cap stocks is attributed to a combination of financial support policies, liquidity injections from interest rate cuts, and a shift in investor sentiment [4]. - The acceleration of AI industrialization and advanced manufacturing themes has redirected funds towards more flexible micro-cap stocks, enhancing their relative advantages [4]. Group 3: Fund Management and Investment Strategies - Several micro-cap strategy funds have implemented purchase limits due to rapid inflows, with notable funds like Nuon Multi-Strategy and CITIC Prudential announcing restrictions on large purchases [5][6]. - The performance of these funds has been strong, with returns of 18.49% and 29.44% from April 8 to June 13, and year-to-date net value growth rates of 26.21% and 33.94% respectively [6]. - Fund managers are cautious about the rapid growth in fund size, as it may impact existing investors and create pressure on finding sufficient investment opportunities [6][7].

Group 1 - Multiple North Exchange 50 index funds have announced the suspension of large subscriptions to control the inflow of funds as interest in core assets of the North Exchange increases [1][3] - ICBC Credit Suisse Fund announced a daily subscription limit of 50,000 yuan for its North Exchange 50 index fund, which had a scale of 517 million yuan at the end of Q1 [3] - The North Exchange 50 index has shown strong performance with a year-to-date increase of 34.67% and a monthly rise of 3.54% in May [3][4] Group 2 - The North Exchange has established a unique position in the multi-tiered capital market, supporting innovative small and medium-sized enterprises [4] - The ongoing policy support and registration system reforms have significantly enhanced the liquidity and attention towards the North Exchange [4] - The North Exchange offers unique investment value by providing a direct financing platform for high-growth enterprises and new opportunities for investors to capture growth [4]

Core Viewpoint - Multiple North Exchange 50 index funds have recently announced the suspension of large subscriptions to control capital inflow and maintain market stability, reflecting the growing interest in core assets of the North Exchange [1][2][3] Group 1: Fund Actions - ICBC Credit Suisse Fund announced the suspension of large subscriptions for its North Exchange 50 index fund, limiting daily purchases to 50,000 yuan, with a fund size of 517 million yuan and a year-to-date return of 31.3% as of May 27 [1] - Dongfang Caijing North Exchange 50 index fund also suspended large subscriptions, with a limit of 200,000 yuan, having a fund size of 782 million yuan and a year-to-date return of 31.84% [1] - Other funds, such as the China Europe North Exchange 50 index fund, have also implemented subscription limits, with a year-to-date return of 29.96% and a fund size of 750 million yuan [1] Group 2: Market Performance - The North Exchange 50 index has shown a strong upward trend since 2025, with a year-to-date increase of 34.67% as of May 28, outperforming the entire market [2] - In May, the North Exchange 50 index continued to rise, with an overall increase of 3.54% [2] - The North Exchange focuses on supporting "specialized, refined, distinctive, and innovative" enterprises, which, despite being smaller in scale, have high technological barriers and significant growth potential [2][3] Group 3: Investment Value - The North Exchange's liquidity and attention have significantly increased due to policy support and ongoing registration system reforms, providing a direct financing platform for early-stage high-growth companies [3] - The "specialized, refined, distinctive, and innovative" stocks in the North Exchange are expected to benefit from policy support, industry demand, and technological breakthroughs, offering high long-term investment value [3] - The North Exchange 50 index is becoming a focal point for capital inflow, with trading activity in its constituent stocks increasing [3]

Core Viewpoint - The North Exchange experienced significant volatility on May 22, with the North Certificate 50 Index plunging 6.15% in a single day, contrasting sharply with its previous historical high of 1500 points [1][3]. Market Performance - The North Certificate 50 Index had a year-to-date increase of 42.03% before the sudden drop, outperforming major indices like the CSI 300 [3]. - On the day of the drop, only 17 stocks rose, while over 134 stocks fell by more than 5%, with Jinbo Biological leading the decline at 14.55% [3]. - Despite the volatility, some actively managed funds performed well, with the Huaxia North Exchange Innovation Small and Medium Enterprises Select Fund achieving a year-to-date return of 78.57% [3]. Fund Management Responses - In response to the rapid market rise, several fund companies, including E Fund and GF Fund, implemented purchase limits on North Exchange-themed products, with daily subscription limits as low as 3000 yuan [2][5]. - The average price-to-earnings ratio for North Exchange stocks reached 46.46, indicating a high valuation level, prompting fund managers to limit purchases to mitigate risks [7]. Fund Performance - Leading passive funds, such as GF North Certificate 50 Component A, reported year-to-date returns exceeding 40%, with a one-year return of 103.62% [4]. - The North Certificate 50 Index fund scale grew by 22.63% year-on-year, reflecting significant inflows of passive funds [5]. Investor Behavior - Retail investors accounted for over 96% of individual investments in certain funds, indicating a strong retail presence in the North Exchange market [5]. - The current market sentiment is shifting from a broad-based rally to a more selective stock-picking approach, as investors become more cautious amid declining risk appetite [7].

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market in April experienced significant fluctuations, leading to a "golden pit" bottoming out, with a notable influx of funds into equity funds, particularly FOF funds, which have gained popularity due to their "dumbbell" configuration advantage [1][2]. Fund Issuance Summary - In April, 119 new funds raised a total of 901.56 million units, with equity funds accounting for 435.53 million units, representing 48.31% of the total issuance [2][5]. - Passive index funds contributed nearly 60% of the total, with individual products from Huaxia and E Fund each raising over 40 million units, highlighting strong market interest in the sci-tech sector [2][6]. - Fixed income products maintained a steady issuance pace, with 20 bond funds raising 337.97 million units, making up 37.5% of the total, and long-term pure bond funds comprising 68% of this category [2]. FOF Fund Performance - Four newly launched mixed FOF funds raised a total of 88.84 million units, accounting for nearly 10% of the total for the month, with an average size of 22.21 million units, significantly above the industry average [3]. - The popularity of FOF funds is attributed to a shift in wealth management strategies among residents from single products to diversified portfolios, aligning with the current market demand for stable growth [3]. Innovative Products - April saw the emergence of several innovative products, including a new REIT focused on rental housing, which successfully raised 500 million units, indicating a deepening of public REITs in the livelihood sector [4]. - The introduction of cross-border index products and thematic funds focused on sectors like sci-tech and artificial intelligence reflects a trend towards precise investment strategies in a volatile market [4]. Head Effect in Fund Issuance - The top 20 equity funds accounted for 73% of the total issuance, significantly higher than the industry average, indicating a strengthening head effect in the market [5]. - Investors are increasingly favoring established products with clear investment frameworks, leading to a concentration of resources among high-quality managers [5][6].

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market in April experienced significant fluctuations, creating a "golden pit" for investment opportunities, with a notable influx of funds into equity funds and FOF products, indicating a shift in investor preferences towards stable and diversified investment strategies [1][2][3]. Fund Issuance Overview - In April, a total of 119 new funds raised 901.56 billion units, with equity funds accounting for 435.53 billion units, representing 48.31% of the total issuance [2][5]. - Passive index funds contributed nearly 60% of the total, with specific products from Huaxia and E Fund each raising over 40 billion units, highlighting strong market interest in the technology sector [2][5]. - Fixed income products maintained a steady issuance pace, with 20 bond funds raising 337.97 billion units, making up 37.5% of the total, and long-term pure bond funds comprising 68% of this category [2]. Performance of FOF Funds - Four newly launched mixed FOF funds raised a total of 88.84 billion units, accounting for nearly 10% of the total issuance, with an average size of 22.21 billion units, significantly above the industry average [3]. - The popularity of FOF products is attributed to a shift in wealth management strategies among investors, moving from single products to diversified portfolios, aligning with the current market demand for stable growth [3]. Innovative Products - April saw the introduction of several innovative fund products, including a new REIT focused on rental housing, which successfully raised 5 billion units, indicating ongoing development in public REITs within the housing sector [4]. - The launch of cross-border index products and thematic funds, such as those focused on artificial intelligence, reflects a trend towards targeted investment strategies in a volatile market [4]. - Funds targeting specific themes like the STAR Market and Hong Kong Stock Connect accounted for 37% of new fund issuances, suggesting a preference for precise investment rather than broad-based strategies [4]. Head of Fund Issuance - The top 20 equity funds accounted for 73% of the total issuance, indicating a strong head effect where investors prefer established products with clear performance histories [5][6]. - Notably, passive index and actively managed products exhibited distinct head characteristics, with leading funds in the technology sector attracting significant capital [5][6].