Core Viewpoint - Huaan Securities reported its best performance for the first half of the year since its listing, with significant growth in both operating performance and capital strength, showcasing a robust multi-business collaboration and strong investor return initiatives [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company achieved an operating income of 2.808 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 43.09%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.035 billion yuan, up 44.94%, marking the best performance for the same period since its listing [1]. - As of the end of June, total assets exceeded 100 billion yuan, reaching 102.118 billion yuan, with net assets of 23.106 billion yuan and net capital of 18.469 billion yuan, providing solid capital support for business expansion and innovation [1]. Business Segments - The growth was driven by the collaboration of four major segments: retail, industry, institutional, and proprietary trading, rather than relying on a single business [2]. - Retail business saw significant success in wealth management transformation, with agency buying income increasing by 66% and advisory business income surging by 129% [3]. - Proprietary trading revenue grew by 77.02%, becoming a core driver of net profit growth [5][6]. - Investment banking revenue skyrocketed by 229.70%, contributing significantly to overall revenue growth [6]. Shareholder Returns - The company completed a share buyback of 119 million yuan and plans to distribute a mid-term cash dividend of 187 million yuan, transitioning from annual dividends to a combination of annual and mid-term dividends [2][8]. - The company emphasizes a shareholder-centric approach, as reflected in its "Quality Improvement and Efficiency Return Assessment Report," which outlines specific measures and plans for enhancing investor returns [8].