Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the phenomenon of institutional investors having advance knowledge of fund manager departures, leading to early redemptions that harm individual investors, highlighting the issue of information asymmetry in the mutual fund industry [1][12]. Group 1: Fund Manager Departures - As of November 10, 2023, 276 fund managers have left their positions this year, including notable figures such as Zou Xi and Jiang Feng [1]. - Prior to their official announcements, many of these fund managers experienced significant redemptions in their funds, indicating that institutional investors were aware of their departures beforehand [1][3]. Group 2: Redemption Data - Specific funds managed by departing managers saw substantial redemptions: - For example, Yang Siliang's funds experienced redemptions of 7.51 million and 2.22 million shares, leading to a decrease in assets of 13.71 billion and 17.1 billion respectively, representing declines of 73.51% and 64.3% [2][3]. - Other funds managed by different departing managers also faced significant redemptions, with percentages ranging from 6.08% to 64.30% [2][4]. Group 3: Institutional Investor Influence - Institutional investors hold a significant portion of mutual fund assets, with their share increasing from 29% in 2012 to 51% by the end of 2019, and currently at 48.25% [5][6]. - Institutions are considered "smart money" due to their expertise and large capital, which allows them to exert considerable influence over fund operations [6][7]. Group 4: Ethical Concerns and Market Transparency - The practice of institutional investors receiving advance notice of fund manager changes raises ethical questions regarding market transparency and fairness for individual investors [12]. - Current regulations do not explicitly prohibit fund managers from informing institutional clients about their departures, leading to potential exploitation of information asymmetry [12][13]. Group 5: Regulatory Developments - The China Securities Regulatory Commission has emphasized the need for investor-centric practices in the mutual fund industry, aiming to address the issues of information disparity and protect individual investors [12]. - A unified marketing service platform for institutional investors has been launched, indicating a move towards stronger regulation in the industry [13].

Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Huashang Fund's Zhang Mingxin is a fund manager with profound research background and a systematic investment framework, managing a total fund size of 4.241 billion yuan as of the end of the second quarter of 2025. His investment philosophy of "value as the foundation, trend as the wings" enables him to maintain strong adaptability and competitiveness in complex market environments [2]. - Zhang Mingxin's two current public - offering funds, Huashang Equal - Growth and Huashang Advantage Industry, have excellent performance. As of September 22, 2025, their excess returns relative to similar funds reached 67.07% and 57.18% respectively, and their performance rankings are among the top 0.86% and 1.25% in similar funds [2]. - Another fund he manages, Huashang Zhiyuan Return, is a floating - rate fund, which reflects the confidence of Huashang Fund and the fund manager in its future performance [3]. - The product YDZC - Taihe Preferred No. 2 managed by Zhang Mingxin at Yingda Insurance Asset Management achieved an excess return of 75.05% relative to the CSI 300 index. From early 2021 to early 2025, it achieved a positive return of 44.01% while the market declined by 31.04% [3]. - Based on the fund TM attribution analysis, Zhang Mingxin shows significant and positive stock - selection ability and strong adaptability under different market conditions and value - growth style dominance [3]. - Zhang Mingxin is long - term optimistic about the AI industry trend, believing that overseas computing power is the starting point of a long - cycle, and AI applications are reshaping the world. He also believes that there may be systematic investment opportunities in new consumption, innovative drugs, and military trade and defense industries [4]. Summary According to the Directory 1. Investment Philosophy Kernel: Value as the Foundation, Trend as the Wings 1.1 Investment Framework - Zhang Mingxin believes that investment is to find the paradigm of "stocks will rise in this situation", and the essence of stock - selection is to find the market's feedback mechanism to information. He has formed an investment philosophy of industry trend investment driven by value [9]. - Value investment aims to achieve the highest - probability investment paradigm. He believes that value = deep value + growth value + gaming value, and mainly earns from company growth value and partial deep - value regression. He participates in different stages of the industry cycle [11]. - The core investment concept is industry trend investment driven by value, which can balance short - term and long - term performance. It requires comprehensive value assessment, cross - industry tracking, and finding alpha targets in booming industries. Zhang Mingxin is good at rotating investments in multiple industries [13]. 1.2 Views on the Market - In 2025, the market first strengthened due to the global large - model equalization wave led by DeepSeek, then declined due to the global trade war initiated by the US, and finally gradually returned to trading fundamentals after a series of policies [17][18]. - Zhang Mingxin continued to follow the investment philosophy of industry trend investment based on value. After the market decline in early April, he adjusted his positions and increased the allocation of overseas computing power sectors in May, achieving good returns [18]. - Looking forward to the second half of the year, the economy has a bottom line, policies support the capital market, and the AI industry's progress is expected to drive the long - term bullishness of the capital market [19]. 2. Fund Performance: Past Managed Funds Achieved Excess Returns of 75.05% in a Bear Market, and Currently Managed Funds Continue the Excellent Historical Performance 2.1 Overview of the Fund Manager's Managed Fund Performance - As of the end of the second quarter of 2025, Zhang Mingxin managed a total fund size of 4.241 billion yuan. The product YDZC - Taihe Preferred No. 2 achieved an excess return of 75.05% relative to the CSI 300 index from early 2021 to early 2025, ranking first among 68 similar products [21]. - Huashang Equal - Growth and Huashang Advantage Industry had excess returns of 67.07% and 57.18% respectively relative to similar funds as of September 22, 2025, and their performance rankings were among the top 0.86% and 1.25% in similar funds [22]. 2.2 Introduction to Fund Basic Information - Huashang Equal - Growth A (011369.OF) is a partial - stock hybrid fund. Zhang Mingxin took over on March 4, 2025, and the fund size was about 185 million yuan as of June 30, 2025 [24]. - Huashang Advantage Industry (000390.OF) is a flexible - allocation fund. Zhang Mingxin took over on March 12, 2025, and the fund size was about 4.055 billion yuan as of June 30, 2025 [25]. 3. Fund Performance: Currently Managed Products Have Outstanding Excess Performance, and Past Managed Products Had Positive Excess Returns in Each Full Year 3.1 Performance of Currently Managed Funds - Zhang Mingxin has strong performance - acquisition ability. From March 4, 2025, to September 22, 2025, Huashang Equal - Growth A had a fund return of 93.25%, ranking 37/4488 (top 0.82%) among similar funds, with an excess return of 71.23% relative to the benchmark [27]. - Huashang Advantage Industry A had a recent quarterly return of 79.29%, ranking 36/2326 (top 1.54%) among similar funds, with a Sharpe ratio of 4.83 [29]. 3.2 Historical Performance of Past Managed Products - From January 28, 2021, to January 19, 2025, the Taihe Preferred No. 2 product managed by Zhang Mingxin had positive excess returns in each full year, with excess returns of +22.69%, +29.48%, and +9.62% relative to the CSI 300 index in 2022, 2023, and 2024 respectively [33]. - Zhang Mingxin adheres to the investment idea based on fundamentals and industry trends, and achieved significant absolute and relative returns for clients by selecting booming growth industries during the volatile capital market from 2022 to 2024 [33]. 4. Source of Excess Returns: Significant and Positive Stock - Selection Ability and Strong Adaptability under Different Market Conditions and Value - Growth Style Dominance 4.1 Stock - Selection and Timing Ability of the Fund Manager - The T - M model is used to measure the stock - selection and timing ability of the fund manager. The analysis shows that the Taihe Preferred No. 2 fund showed significant and continuous positive stock - selection ability during certain periods [36][39]. 4.2 Strong Adaptability under Different Market Conditions and Value - Growth Style Dominance - The analysis shows that Zhang Mingxin showed strong adaptability under different market rise - fall ranges and different value - growth style dominance when managing the Taihe Preferred No. 2 fund, and had stronger adaptability to the small - cap style compared to the large - cap style [42][49]. 5. Conclusion - Zhang Mingxin is a fund manager with strong investment ability. His currently managed funds have excellent performance, and his past managed products also achieved good results. He is long - term optimistic about the AI industry and other sectors, and investors interested in relevant fields are recommended to pay attention to Huashang Equal - Growth, Huashang Advantage Industry, and Huashang Zhiyuan Return [50][52].

Core Insights - The Shanghai Composite Index has reached the 3900-point mark for the first time in over a decade, highlighting a significant shift in the fund market with over 500 funds doubling their performance while nearly 100 funds remain in a loss position [1][2] Group 1: Fund Performance - Over 513 funds have achieved a doubling of their performance since August 2015, with notable funds like Huashang New Trend and Huashang Advantage Industry achieving returns over 5 times [2] - The disparity in fund performance is stark, with 98 funds showing cumulative losses, 67 of which have returns below -10%, and the worst-performing fund, Tianzhi New Consumption, suffering a loss of 55.3% [4][5] Group 2: Investment Strategies - Successful fund managers have focused on high-growth sectors such as new energy, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence, adapting to macroeconomic changes and industry cycles [3][4] - The investment landscape has evolved, with a shift towards diversified strategies that balance industry exposure and risk, moving away from reliance on single sectors [7][8] Group 3: Challenges and Adaptations - Many underperforming funds have concentrated on traditional sectors like real estate and consumer goods, missing out on growth opportunities in emerging industries [4][6] - Smaller firms often struggle with research capabilities and inconsistent investment styles, leading to significant performance declines [5][6] Group 4: Long-term Focus - The industry is encouraged to abandon short-term speculation in favor of long-term, stable investment strategies that can withstand market fluctuations [7][8] - Fund managers are advised to build core competencies that can navigate through economic cycles, ensuring a balanced approach to investment across various sectors [7][8]

Core Insights - The Shanghai Composite Index has reached the 3900-point mark for the first time in over a decade, highlighting a significant market shift with over 500 funds achieving doubled returns, while nearly 100 funds remain in a loss position [1][2]. Fund Performance - A total of 513 funds have doubled their performance since August 2015, with notable funds like Huashang New Trend and Huashang Advantage Industry achieving returns over 5 times [2]. - Conversely, 98 funds have reported cumulative losses, with 67 of these funds showing returns below -10%, and the worst-performing fund, Tianzhi New Consumption, suffering a loss of 55.3% [4][5]. Investment Strategies - Successful fund managers have capitalized on emerging trends in sectors such as renewable energy, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence, adapting their strategies to align with macroeconomic changes [3][4]. - The industry has seen a shift from traditional sectors like real estate and consumer goods to high-growth areas, driven by a focus on technological innovation and strategic emerging industries [3][6]. Long-term Investment Focus - The fund industry has evolved, with a greater emphasis on diverse investment strategies and tools, moving away from short-term speculation to long-term stability [7][8]. - Leading fund managers advocate for a balanced approach that includes various investment styles and sectors, aiming to mitigate risks while capturing high-growth opportunities [8].

Core Insights - The article highlights a significant divergence in fund performance over the past decade, with over 500 funds achieving more than double returns while nearly 100 funds remain in a loss position [2][3][6] - The evolution of the fund industry is marked by a diversification of investment strategies and tools, enhancing support for investment operations [2][4] Fund Performance - Since August 19, 2015, the Shanghai Composite Index has crossed the 3900-point mark, with 513 funds achieving double returns during this period [3] - Notable high-performing funds include Huashang New Trend Selection and Huashang Advantage Industry, with returns exceeding five times, while others like Xinao New Energy Industry and Jiayin Trend Priority achieved returns over four times [4] Investment Strategies - Successful fund managers have capitalized on market opportunities by focusing on sectors like new energy, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence, aligning their strategies with industry cycles and policy directions [4][5] - The article emphasizes the importance of adapting to macroeconomic changes and embracing innovation to generate long-term returns [5] Underperforming Funds - In stark contrast, 98 funds have reported losses, with 67 of them yielding returns below -10%, and the worst-performing fund, Tianzhi New Consumption, suffering a loss of 55.3% [6][7] - The underperformance is attributed to poor sector choices, with many funds heavily invested in traditional sectors like real estate and consumer goods, missing out on growth opportunities in emerging industries [7][8] Long-term Investment Focus - The article advocates for a shift from short-term speculation to long-term, stable investment strategies, highlighting the need for fund managers to build core capabilities that can withstand market cycles [9][10] - Successful funds have balanced their portfolios across various sectors and investment styles, ensuring stability while capturing high-growth opportunities [10]

Core Insights - The Shanghai Composite Index reached a nearly 10-year high, closing at 3728.03 points on August 18, with a peak of 3745.94 points during the day, leading to significant performance improvements in active equity funds [1][2] - As of August 18, among the 1154 active equity funds established for over 10 years, 280 funds (approximately 24%) have achieved over 100% returns, indicating a stark performance differentiation in the long-term [2][4] - Notably, three funds have returned over 400% in the past decade, with specific returns of 471.24%, 432.28%, and 430.82% for Huashang New Trend Preferred, Jiao Yin Trend Priority A, and Huashang Advantage Industry respectively [2][3] - Conversely, there are 96 funds (about 10%) that have reported losses over the past 10 years, with three funds losing more than 50% of their value [4][5] Performance of Top Funds - The top-performing funds include Huashang New Trend Preferred, Jiao Yin Trend Priority A, and Huashang Advantage Industry, all of which have shown exceptional long-term returns [2][3] - Jiao Yin Trend Priority A, managed by Yang Jinjing since May 2020, has achieved a return of 186.78% during his tenure, with an annualized return of 22.04% [3] - Other notable funds with returns exceeding 300% include Dongwu Mobile Internet A, Huashan Media Internet A, and others, showcasing the potential of quality active management [3] Underperforming Funds - A significant number of funds have underperformed, with 96 funds showing losses over the past decade, highlighting the challenges in active fund management [4][5] - The fund with the largest loss is Fangzheng Fubang Innovation Power A, which has experienced a loss of over 50% and has had 10 different managers since its inception [4] - Taiping Flexible Allocation, the first active equity fund from Taiping Fund, has lost 54.26% over the past 10 years, indicating a failure to meet performance expectations [5] Investment Insights - The disparity in performance among active equity funds underscores the importance of selecting quality funds based on historical performance, manager stability, and investment strategy [6] - Funds that have doubled in value over the past decade typically excel in industry allocation, stock selection, and risk management, demonstrating effective active management capabilities [6]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market reached a nearly 10-year high on August 18, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising 0.85% to close at 3728.03 points, and the total market capitalization of A-shares exceeding 100 trillion yuan for the first time in history [1][2]. Market Performance - Multiple indices hit recent highs, including the North Star 50 and the Shenzhen Component Index, which surpassed their previous peaks from October 8 of the previous year [2]. - As of August 18, 1154 active equity funds that have been established for over 10 years were analyzed, with 280 funds (approximately 24%) achieving a net value increase of over 100% in the past decade [2][6]. Fund Performance - Three funds reported returns exceeding 400% over the past ten years: Huashang New Trend Preferred (471.24%), Jiao Yin Trend Priority A (432.28%), and Huashang Advantage Industry (430.82%) [2][5]. - Additionally, 11 funds returned over 300%, 49 funds over 200%, and 272 funds doubled their net value [1][2]. Fund Management Insights - The two top-performing funds, Huashang New Trend Preferred and Huashang Advantage Industry, were previously managed by renowned fund manager Zhou Haidong, indicating a legacy of strong performance [4]. - Jiao Yin Trend Priority A has been managed by five different fund managers since its inception, with the current manager, Yang Jinjing, achieving a return of 186.78% since May 2020 [5]. Performance Disparity - Despite the strong performance of many funds, there is a notable disparity, with 96 funds (about 10%) experiencing losses over the past decade, including three funds with losses exceeding 50% [6][9]. - The fund with the largest loss, Founder Fubon Innovation Power A, has seen a decline of 60% since its inception, reflecting the challenges faced by some funds in the market [9].

Core Viewpoint - The departure of renowned fund managers from small and medium-sized fund companies has significant impacts, but it also presents opportunities for these firms to rethink their strategies and diversify their product lines [1][5][7]. Group 1: Impact of Departures - Since 2024, several well-known fund managers have left their positions, leading to noticeable declines in the managed equity scale of small and medium-sized fund companies [1]. - The exit of a "star" manager often results in substantial changes in fund performance, with some successor managers maintaining or even improving the investment strategies [2][3][4]. Group 2: Performance of Successor Managers - After the departure of Qiu Dongrong, Liu Sheng took over the management of Zhonggeng Value Navigation, achieving a return of 15.90% year-to-date and 18.83% since the departure date, outperforming the CSI 300 Index [3]. - Other funds managed by successors also showed varied performance, with Zhonggeng Value Quality achieving an 11.31% return year-to-date, while Zhonggeng Small Cap Value had a return of 16.53% since the departure but underperformed year-to-date [3]. Group 3: Industry Trends and Responses - The frequent turnover of fund managers is attributed to various factors, including performance pressure, industry competition, and personal career plans [6]. - The China Securities Regulatory Commission's recent action plan aims to shift the focus of fund companies from "scale" to "returns," providing new guidance for the development of small and medium-sized fund companies [8][9]. Group 4: Strategic Shifts in Fund Companies - The departure of key talent is prompting fund companies to reflect on their governance mechanisms and long-term incentives to retain core personnel [7]. - Companies are encouraged to adopt a platform-based survival strategy, focusing on building brand value and investment capabilities independent of individual managers [7][9].

Core Viewpoint - The departure of renowned fund managers from small and medium-sized fund companies has significant impacts, but it also presents opportunities for these firms to rethink their strategies and diversify their product lines [1][5][7]. Group 1: Impact of Fund Manager Departures - Since 2024, several well-known fund managers have left their positions, leading to noticeable declines in the managed equity scale of small and medium-sized fund companies [1][6]. - The exit of a "star" fund manager often results in substantial changes in fund performance and scale, indicating high market recognition of these managers [6][9]. Group 2: Performance of Successors - Successors to departed fund managers have shown varied performance; some have maintained previous investment strategies while others have adopted new approaches [2][4]. - For instance, Liu Sheng, who took over the management of Zhonggeng Value Navigation, achieved a return rate of 15.90% this year, outperforming the CSI 300 Index [3]. - The fund managed by Shao Shiyuan, after taking over from Fan Yan, saw a return rate exceeding 40% in the past year, indicating successful adaptation to a new investment focus [4]. Group 3: Industry Reflection and Strategy - The loss of key talent is prompting small and medium-sized fund companies to reflect on their governance and incentive mechanisms to retain core personnel [7]. - Companies are encouraged to shift from a reliance on individual star managers to a more platform-based approach, fostering a sustainable competitive advantage [7][9]. Group 4: Regulatory Changes and Opportunities - The China Securities Regulatory Commission has introduced a plan to promote high-quality development in the public fund industry, emphasizing a shift from scale to return [8]. - This plan supports small and medium-sized fund companies in developing differentiated products and encourages long-term value investment, potentially alleviating short-term performance pressures [8][9].

Core Insights - The departure of Zhou Haidong has led to a significant reduction in the total fund shares he managed, with a decrease of 67.13 million shares, representing a drop of over 44% [1][2] - The overall scale of the funds managed by Zhou has also shrunk, with a total decrease of 106.20 billion yuan, equating to a decline of 38.99% [2][4] - The fund industry is facing a transformation challenge as it moves away from reliance on star fund managers, necessitating the development of collaborative research teams [1][6] Fund Performance Summary - Zhou Haidong's managed funds saw substantial share reductions, with the "Huashang New Trend Preferred" fund dropping from 9.63 billion shares to 5.28 billion shares, a decline of 45.18% [3] - The "Huashang Advantage Industry" fund experienced a share decrease of 39.18%, while the "Huashang Selected Return" fund saw a dramatic drop of 54.90% [3][4] - The total scale of the "Huashang New Trend Preferred" fund fell from 92.01 billion yuan to 53.90 billion yuan, a decline of 41.43% [4] Industry Impact - Zhou's departure has caused a ripple effect within Huashang Fund, with the total non-monetary fund scale dropping to 1,042.19 billion yuan, a reduction of over 114 billion yuan [6] - The exit of a prominent fund manager can lead to a loss of investor confidence and potential fund redemptions due to the "follow-the-leader" effect [6][7] - The industry is urged to shift from a "personal-driven" model to a "team-driven" approach, emphasizing the need for structural changes in fund management practices [7]