Group 1 - The first batch of new floating rate funds has been launched, with most funds showing positive net value growth and a significant performance divergence among them [1][2] - The average return of the first batch of floating rate funds is close to 13%, with a performance gap of nearly 45 percentage points between the best and worst performers [1] - The introduction of floating rate mechanisms is expected to shift fund managers' focus from scale to performance, potentially expanding to bond funds and fixed income+ products in the future [1][4] Group 2 - The China Securities Regulatory Commission issued a plan in May to promote high-quality development in public funds, establishing a fee structure linked to fund performance [2] - The new floating rate funds are seen as a significant step in the fee reform of the public fund industry, aiming to align the interests of fund managers and investors [2][3] - The operational model of floating rate funds is shifting towards open-ended structures, allowing for emergency redemptions while encouraging long-term holding through fee rules [3] Group 3 - The high operational thresholds and research requirements of floating rate funds present challenges for fund companies, with larger firms likely to have an advantage due to their resource reserves [3] - The weighted management fee rates of various fund types have significantly decreased compared to the end of 2022, indicating effective fee reduction efforts in the public fund industry [4] - There is still potential for further fee reductions in China's fund industry compared to overseas markets, suggesting ongoing opportunities for fee reform and product innovation [4]