Core Viewpoint - The public fund market is experiencing a new wave of purchase restrictions on QDII products, with over 80 announcements regarding adjustments to subscription limits made since November 1, primarily involving the suspension or limitation of large subscriptions [1][3]. Group 1: QDII Product Restrictions - As of November 20, four fund companies announced the suspension of large subscriptions for five QDII products, including notable funds like the Fuqua Global Consumer Select Mixed Fund and the Morgan S&P 500 Index Fund [3]. - Starting November 21, the subscription limits for various QDII products were set, such as a daily subscription cap of 1 million RMB for the Fuqua Global Consumer Select Mixed Fund and only 10 RMB for the Morgan S&P 500 Index Fund's RMB shares [3]. - Bond QDII products are also facing purchase restrictions, with specific daily subscription limits set for funds like the Southern Asia Dollar Income Bond Fund [3]. Group 2: Market Dynamics and Investor Behavior - The current round of purchase restrictions is concentrated in the US stock index sector, leading many investors to shift towards on-market purchases [4]. - Several QDII ETF products have recently reported significant premium trading situations, indicating potential risks for investors [4]. - Fund companies claim that the purchase restrictions are intended to "protect the interests of existing holders," with foreign exchange quota limitations being a significant factor in setting subscription limits [4]. Group 3: QDII Quota Overview - As of June 2025, the total approved quota for QDII products in the market is 170.869 billion USD, reflecting a growth of 3.08 billion USD compared to the end of 2024 [4]. - The allocation of these quotas is highly concentrated among leading institutions, resulting in a "structural shortage" of available quotas for other entities [4].

Core Viewpoint - The recent surge in QDII fund market has led to a wave of purchase restrictions, primarily driven by tight foreign exchange quotas and saturated strategy capacities, prompting investors to be cautious of high premium risks and consider alternative investment channels [2][10]. Group 1: QDII Fund Purchase Restrictions - Since November, numerous QDII funds have announced purchase limits, with several popular products opting to stop accepting new investments [2][6]. - Notably, QDII products focused on U.S. indices have been heavily impacted, with major fund companies announcing limits on large subscriptions for several funds, including the 富国全球消费精选混合 (QDII) and 摩根标普500指数 (QDII) [4][5]. - As of November 20, over 80 announcements regarding adjustments to QDII product subscription limits have been made, indicating a widespread trend of limiting or halting large subscriptions [6]. Group 2: Performance and Premium Rates - Many of the restricted QDII products have shown strong performance, with some funds achieving returns exceeding 20% over the past year, leading to significant interest and inflows [7]. - Premium rates for some QDII funds have surged, with certain products experiencing premiums over 10%, and some even exceeding 20%, as investors shift to secondary market purchases due to restrictions [7][8]. - The 富国全球消费精选混合 (QDII) fund has reported a remarkable return of 44.31% this year, highlighting the performance-driven demand for these products [4]. Group 3: Reasons for Purchase Restrictions - The primary reasons for the current purchase restrictions include the limited quotas set by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) and the strategy capacity constraints faced by fund managers [10][11]. - Fund companies aim to prevent rapid scale expansion that could dilute investment returns and avoid performance degradation due to excessive inflows [10][11]. - The total approved QDII quota as of June 2025 was $170.87 billion, with a significant concentration among leading institutions, leading to a structural shortage of available quotas [10]. Group 4: Alternative Investment Channels - In response to the purchase restrictions, investors are increasingly turning to alternative investment channels, such as Hong Kong mutual recognition funds and cross-border wealth management programs, which offer more flexible quotas and a wider range of products [11]. - Experts suggest that the current wave of purchase restrictions may continue until mid-2026, indicating a need for investors to diversify their portfolios and consider products with more lenient subscription limits [11].

Core Viewpoint - The recent surge in QDII fund market has led to a wave of purchase restrictions, primarily driven by tight foreign exchange quotas and saturated strategy capacities, prompting investors to be cautious of high premium risks and consider alternative investment channels [1][5][9]. Group 1: QDII Fund Purchase Restrictions - Since November, numerous QDII funds have announced purchase limits, with several popular products opting to stop accepting new investments [1][5]. - Major QDII products focused on U.S. indices have been particularly affected, with several funds setting strict daily purchase limits for both RMB and USD shares [3][4]. - The trend of limiting purchases is not only seen in equity funds but also in traditionally stable bond QDII products, indicating a broader market tightening [4][5]. Group 2: Performance and Premium Rates - Many restricted QDII products have shown strong performance, with some achieving returns over 20% in the past year, leading to significant interest and investment inflows [5][9]. - The premium rates for some QDII ETFs have surged, with certain products experiencing premiums exceeding 20%, driven by investors shifting to on-market purchases due to off-market restrictions [7][9]. Group 3: Reasons Behind Purchase Restrictions - Fund companies cite the need to protect existing investors' interests as a primary reason for implementing purchase limits, aiming to prevent rapid scale expansion that could dilute investment returns [9][10]. - The core issue is the limited QDII quotas set by the foreign exchange authority, which have become increasingly strained due to the strong performance of U.S. stocks since 2025 [10][11]. Group 4: Future Investment Strategies - Experts suggest that the current purchase restrictions may persist until mid-2026, as significant increases in QDII quotas are not expected in the short term [11][12]. - Investors are encouraged to diversify their investments, considering alternatives such as Hong Kong mutual funds, which are not subject to the same quota restrictions and offer a wider range of products [10][12].