Core Viewpoint - The public fund industry in China is transitioning into a "post-star era" as several prominent fund managers have left their positions, leading to a re-evaluation of the traditional belief that "buying a fund means buying the fund manager" [1][2] Group 1: Departure of Star Fund Managers - A total of 247 fund managers have left their positions in 2023, compared to 216, 190, 187, 199, and 168 in the previous five years [2] - The departure of star fund managers often results in significant redemptions from their associated funds, as investor interest is closely tied to individual managers [2] - For instance, a fund manager who left in July 2024 saw the total assets of their five managed funds drop from over 14 billion to around 8 billion, a decrease of over 40% [2] Group 2: Industry Transformation Strategies - The public fund industry is exploring multiple strategies to adapt to the "post-star era," including industrialization and platformization of research, multi-manager systems, and a shift towards index-based products [4][5] - The China Securities Regulatory Commission has encouraged fund companies to strengthen their resources and develop a platform-based, integrated research system [4] Group 3: Multi-Manager Approach - The trend of replacing single fund managers with multi-manager teams is gaining traction, as it allows for diversified strategies and reduces reliance on individual performance [7][10] - Successful examples of this approach include the collaboration of multiple fund managers in managing products, which has shown superior performance compared to traditional single-manager funds [8][9] Group 4: Shift in Investment Philosophy - The traditional investment philosophy of "choosing funds means choosing people" is being challenged, with a focus now on the overall strength of the investment team and the research capabilities of the fund company [11][12] - Investors are encouraged to consider the collective expertise of the team and the company's support systems rather than solely relying on the reputation of individual fund managers [12]

Core Insights - The stock market has surpassed 3600 points, with fixed income plus funds becoming a platform for equity firms to showcase their strength [1] - As of July 22, 2025, 21 out of 25 fixed income funds under Invesco Great Wall achieved historical net asset value highs, representing over 80% [1] - The Invesco Great Wall Jingyi Fengli A fund has delivered a year-to-date return of 11.27%, significantly outperforming its benchmark of 1.58% [1] Fund Performance - The Invesco Great Wall Jingyi Fengli A fund focuses on AI computing power and innovative pharmaceuticals, achieving a return of 11.27% this year [1] - The Invesco Great Wall Stable Income A and Invesco Great Wall Anying Return A funds, which primarily invest in convertible bonds and cyclical industries, reported year-to-date returns of 8.30% and 7.41%, respectively, against benchmarks of 1.17% and 2.88% [1] - Eleven funds, including Invesco Great Wall Huacheng Stable A and Stable Gain A, have all exceeded a 4% return this year [1] Fund Management and Strategy - The total management scale of Invesco Great Wall's fixed income plus funds reached 93.5 billion yuan, with a growth of 35.66 billion yuan in the first half of the year [1] - The number of shares increased from 46.187 billion at the end of 2024 to 66.074 billion by the end of Q2 2025, indicating a net subscription of nearly 19.9 billion shares [1] - The investment strategy combines different equity assets such as dividends, growth, and value on a bond base, creating a diverse product line with varying risk-return characteristics [1] Specific Fund Insights - The Invesco Great Wall Stable Gain fund, managed by Peng Chengjun, focuses on dividend characteristics in sectors like non-bank financials and transportation, achieving a net value growth rate of 4.64% this year [2] - The Invesco Great Wall Jingyi Shuangli fund, managed by Li Yiwen and Dong Han, employs a balanced allocation strategy, achieving a net value growth rate of 3.86% this year [2] - The Invesco Great Wall Jingyi Fengli fund, managed by Li Yiwen, Jiang Shan, and Xu Dong, has a growth-oriented investment style, with a one-year net value growth rate of 24.80% [3] Market Outlook - In a low-interest-rate environment, fixed income plus funds are seen as a viable option for investors seeking to diversify their income sources [4] - The Invesco Great Wall fixed income investment team aims to enhance investment capabilities by offering various fixed income products and solutions to meet different investor needs [4]

Core Insights - Cathay Securities recently released its latest ranking of fixed-income fund companies, with Invesco Great Wall ranking first among large fixed-income fund companies over the past 1, 2, and 3 years [1] - Invesco Great Wall has also received a 5-star rating for its fixed-income investment capabilities over the past 10 years, demonstrating a sustained competitive advantage [1] Fixed-Income Fund Performance - In the pure bond fund category, 8 out of 12 long-term pure bond funds ranked in the top third of their peers over the past year, indicating strong overall performance [2] - Specific funds managed by He Jiangbo, Chen Jing, and Peng Chengjun achieved returns of 5.03%, 4.97%, and 4.63% respectively, all ranking in the top 6 of their category [2] - The maximum drawdown for these funds did not exceed -1.88%, indicating low volatility [2] Convertible Bond Funds - The Invesco Great Wall Stable Income fund, co-managed by Li Xunlian and He Jiangbo, achieved a return of 15.62% over the past year, ranking 4th among 257 similar funds [2] - This fund capitalized on the valuation recovery of convertible bonds, having proactively positioned itself since the fourth quarter of last year [2] Mixed Bond Funds - The Invesco Great Wall Jingyi Fengli fund, managed by Li Yiwen, Jiang Shan, and Xu Dong, achieved a net value growth rate of 20.05% over the past year, ranking 8th among 481 similar funds [2] - The fund's strategy focused on growth sectors, particularly in AI, machinery, and pharmaceuticals [2] Overall Fund Growth - Invesco Great Wall has grown into a major player in the fixed-income sector, with total fixed-income product assets nearing 400 billion yuan as of the first quarter of 2025 [2] - The company boasts a mature and diverse research team, offering a range of products with different risk-return characteristics [2] - Given the current global restructuring and domestic economic resilience, fixed-income funds may continue to be a valuable long-term investment option [2]

Core Viewpoint - The recent reduction in deposit rates by major banks marks a shift towards a low-interest-rate environment, prompting investors to reconsider traditional savings and explore "fixed income +" strategies in public funds as a viable investment option [1][11]. Group 1: "Fixed Income +" Fund Characteristics - "Fixed Income +" is not an official fund type but a strategy that combines low-volatility fixed income assets with equities and other instruments to enhance returns [1]. - The strategy typically includes mixed bond funds, with equity investments capped at 30% to qualify as "fixed income +" products [2]. - The average annualized return of "fixed income +" funds over the past five years is 16.35%, outperforming both pure bond funds and mixed equity funds [5][6]. Group 2: Performance Metrics - As of May 28, "fixed income +" funds have an average annualized volatility of 4.55% and a maximum drawdown of -8.61%, which is lower than that of mixed equity funds [4]. - Among 1,253 "fixed income +" funds, 64.53% reported positive returns in the first quarter of 2025 [1][5]. Group 3: Growth Phases of "Fixed Income +" Funds - The first rapid growth phase occurred from 2014 to 2016, driven by a favorable market environment and significant liquidity, leading to a doubling of "fixed income +" fund numbers [8]. - The second growth phase from 2019 to 2021 was fueled by regulatory changes and a strong equity market, resulting in a 134.41% increase in the number of "fixed income +" funds [9]. Group 4: Current Market Opportunities - The current market conditions, characterized by low deposit rates and increased volatility, present a favorable environment for "fixed income +" strategies, similar to previous growth phases [11]. - Analysts suggest that the focus on diversified asset allocation within "fixed income +" strategies can enhance return potential amid uncertain economic conditions [11]. Group 5: Recommended "Fixed Income +" Products - A selection of 103 "fixed income +" products with above-average performance metrics has been identified for potential investment, including several mixed bond funds [12][14]. - The top-performing mixed bond funds over the past five years include those managed by Tianhong Fund, Dongfanghong Asset Management, and others, showcasing strong returns and low volatility [14][16].

Core Insights - The report highlights the increasing recognition of Invesco Great Wall's funds among public fund of funds (FOF) managers, with multiple funds ranking in the top 10 for both number of holdings and market value [1][3] - The performance of Invesco Great Wall's funds, particularly in the technology sector, has been outstanding, with significant excess returns compared to benchmarks [2] Group 1: Fund Performance - Invesco Great Wall's "Quality Evergreen" fund achieved a return of 59.45% over the past year, significantly outperforming its benchmark return of 14.53% [2] - The "Research Select" fund managed by Zhang Xuewei returned 38.26% in the same period, compared to its benchmark of 9.66% [2] - The "Invesco Great Wall CSI Hong Kong Stock Connect Technology ETF" was held by 11 FOFs, with a total market value of 274 million, marking the largest increase in holdings among FOFs [2] Group 2: Fund Holdings and Strategies - The "Invesco Great Wall Jingyi Shuangli" fund was held by 20 FOFs with a total market value of 216 million, while "Invesco Great Wall Jingying Shuangli" was held by 6 FOFs, increasing its holdings by 4 FOFs and market value by 29 million [2] - The "Invesco Great Wall Jingtai Yuli" pure bond fund had a total market value of 119 million, with a scale of 15.2 billion, consistently ranking in the top tier of its category over the past three years [2] Group 3: Strategic Positioning - Invesco Great Wall has diversified its fund offerings across various asset classes, including active equity, passive index, "fixed income plus," and pure bond funds, reflecting its strategy to become a "multi-asset management expert" [3]

Core Viewpoint - The "fixed income +" products have seen a significant rebound in scale during the first quarter of 2025, driven by a recovery in market risk appetite and the promotion of these products by public funds [1][4]. Group 1: Fund Performance - The Zhongou Fengli fund, managed by Hua Licheng, experienced a net subscription of over 5.7 billion units, with a scale increase of over 6.2 billion yuan, entering the 10 billion yuan fund category [2]. - The fund's A-share, Hong Kong stock, and convertible bond positions were 8.85%, 8.56%, and 7.13% respectively at the end of the first quarter [2]. - The A-share return for the Zhongou Fengli fund was 1.78%, outperforming its benchmark [2]. - The Jingshun Changcheng Jingyi Shuangli fund, managed by Li Yiwen and Dong Han, saw a net subscription of over 2.8 billion units, with a scale increase of over 5 billion yuan, surpassing 20 billion yuan in total scale [2]. Group 2: Investment Strategies - The Yongying Fund's "fixed income +" products showed diverse scale increases, with the Yongying Tiantian Yue 6-month holding and Yongying Stable Enhancement both adding over 4 billion yuan in scale [3]. - The Yongying Tiantian Yue fund focuses on seizing opportunities in interest rate bonds and credit bonds while adjusting the duration and convertible bond positions [3]. - The Yongying Stable Enhancement fund achieved an A-share return of 2.57%, ranking first among "fixed income +" products with over 4 billion yuan in scale increase [3]. Group 3: Market Trends - The recovery of "fixed income +" products in scale is attributed to the "9.24" market rally, which enhanced investor preference for equity investments [4]. - Research indicates that "fixed income +" products with lower "equity exposure" have become more popular, driven by concerns over missing out on market opportunities [4]. - The overall strategy for "fixed income +" products has shifted towards defensive positions, with a slight increase in equity allocations and a focus on defensive sectors like gold and technology-related industries [5].