Core Viewpoint - After a four-year downturn, public funds are entering a recovery phase in 2025, with over 90% of active equity funds achieving positive returns this year, marking a significant turnaround in performance [2][3]. Fund Performance and Market Dynamics - Active equity funds have seen an average return exceeding 13% year-to-date, with a notable number of products doubling their performance, including 17 funds achieving over 140% returns as of July 29 [3]. - Despite some funds still recovering from previous losses, the short-term performance rebound is expected to support long-term growth [3]. - Fund managers are increasingly optimistic, with many raising their stock positions and focusing on core holdings, reflecting a shift in risk appetite [6][8]. Investment Strategies and Market Sentiment - Fund managers are concentrating their investments in sectors with clear competitive advantages, particularly in new economy areas, as traditional sectors like real estate show limited growth potential [4]. - The market is experiencing a positive shift in sentiment, with a significant increase in fund issuance and investor interest in equity funds, although trust in active equity funds still needs rebuilding [9][11]. Fund Issuance Trends - The issuance of new funds has accelerated, with 155 new funds launched in June, the highest in recent years, and 149 new funds initiated in July [10]. - Notable funds like Dachen Insight Advantage raised 2.461 billion yuan in just eight days, indicating strong market demand [10]. - Despite the positive trends, not all funds are equally favored, with passive investment products still attracting more investor interest than active equity funds [11].