Group 1 - The announcement date for the fund operations is January 14, 2026 [1] - The fund will suspend subscription and redemption services on non-trading days for the Hong Kong Stock Connect [1] - The fund manager has the right to adjust the subscription and redemption times based on market conditions and regulatory requirements [1][22] Group 2 - The minimum subscription amount for individual investors is set at 1.00 yuan, while direct sales institutions require a minimum of 10.00 yuan [2] - Subscription fees for A-class fund shares are borne by investors, while C-class shares do not incur subscription fees but charge a service fee from the fund's assets [3][25] - The fund manager can adjust the fee rates or methods within the contract's provisions and must announce any changes in advance [4][28] Group 3 - Fund holders can redeem all or part of their shares, with a minimum redemption of 0.01 shares for general investors and 10.00 shares for direct sales institutions [6] - Redemption fees are applicable, with specific rates based on the holding period of the shares [8][29] - The fund manager can also adjust redemption fees and must announce any changes in accordance with regulations [10][30] Group 4 - The fund offers a regular investment plan where investors can set up automatic deductions for fund purchases [11][31] - The minimum deduction amount for regular investments is 1.00 yuan, with direct sales institutions requiring a minimum of 10.00 yuan [13][32] - The fund manager can adjust the terms of the regular investment plan based on market conditions [28] Group 5 - The Y-class fund shares are specifically designed for personal pension investments and have unique subscription and redemption arrangements [20][21] - Investors must use their personal pension accounts for transactions related to Y-class shares [21][36] - The fund manager may implement mechanisms to encourage long-term holding of Y-class shares, including regular dividends and fixed redemptions [21][36]

Core Viewpoint - The announcement details the introduction of a new Y class fund share for the Guotai CSI A500 Exchange-Traded Open-Ended Index Fund, effective January 6, 2026, to meet individual pension investment needs [1][10]. Fund Share Classification - The fund will add a Y class share category in addition to the existing A, C, and I class shares [1]. - Y class shares are specifically designed for individual pension investment and will adhere to regulations regarding personal pension account management [2]. Fee Structure - Y class shares will not incur a sales service fee [4]. - The subscription fee for Y class shares will be borne by investors and is primarily used for marketing and sales expenses [5]. - Investors can be exempt from subscription fees when purchasing Y class shares directly from the fund management company [6]. Redemption and Distribution - Redemption fees will apply to investors who redeem shares held for less than 7 days, with the fee going to the fund's assets; no fee will be charged for shares held for 7 days or more [8]. - The default distribution method for Y class shares will be reinvestment of dividends, while A, C, and I class shares will default to cash dividends [9]. Modifications to Fund Documents - Changes to the fund contract and custody agreement will not adversely affect the interests of fund shareholders and do not require a shareholder meeting for approval [10]. - The updated fund contract and custody agreement will take effect on January 6, 2026 [10].