Core Viewpoint - The recent resignation of star fund manager Yu Yang from two funds managed by Wutong Fund has sparked significant industry attention, raising concerns about the career paths of star fund managers, talent mobility in the public fund industry, and performance pressures [1][6]. Group 1: Manager Resignation - Yu Yang's resignation was anticipated, as he had been gradually stepping back from managing his funds since March, with co-managers being appointed to both funds prior to his departure [2][6]. - After his resignation, the management of the funds will be taken over by Lin Qing and Zhang Hong, respectively [2]. Group 2: Career Background - Yu Yang began his career in 2011, combining academic and practical experience, with a strong background in pharmaceutical investment [3]. - He joined Wutong Fund in 2015 and achieved remarkable returns, including a 138.63% return on the Wutong New Power Flexible Allocation Mixed Fund during his initial management period [3][4]. Group 3: Performance Issues - Following his return to Wutong Fund in December 2021, Yu Yang's performance did not meet market expectations, with a cumulative loss of 11.29% during his management of the Wutong New Power fund [5]. - The management scale of his funds significantly decreased, from 76.60 billion yuan to 40.74 billion yuan, indicating a near halving of assets under management [5]. Group 4: Industry Trends - Yu Yang's departure reflects a broader trend in the public fund industry, where the number of fund manager resignations has increased, indicating deeper changes within the industry [7]. - The industry is moving away from reliance on star fund managers towards a more team-based and platform-oriented investment research system, as emphasized by regulatory guidance [7][8].