Core Viewpoint - The China Insurance Industry Association has triggered a downward adjustment of the preset interest rates for life insurance products, with the current research value for ordinary life insurance products set at 1.99%, below the existing cap of 2.5% for two consecutive quarters [1][3]. Group 1: Rate Adjustments - The maximum preset interest rate for ordinary life insurance products has been lowered from 2.5% to 2%, while the maximum for participating products has decreased from 2% to 1.75%, and the minimum guaranteed rate for universal life products has been reduced from 1.5% to 1% [1][3]. - This is the first time the dynamic adjustment mechanism for preset interest rates has been triggered since its establishment [2]. - The adjustment reflects a significant downward shift, with the maximum preset interest rates for ordinary and universal life insurance products both reduced by 0.5% [3][4]. Group 2: Market Reactions - There is a "last train effect" observed, with a surge in sales of products offering the previous 2.5% rate expected throughout August [2]. - Popular products, particularly those with a 2.5% preset interest rate, are seeing increased demand from clients [5][6]. - Some clients are actively seeking to purchase these products, indicating a rational approach rather than panic buying [6]. Group 3: Product Development Trends - The adjustment in preset interest rates is expected to influence product development, registration, and sales processes within insurance companies [4]. - The lower preset interest rates are likely to drive a shift towards participating insurance products, which have more flexible dividend distribution mechanisms [4][9]. - The proportion of new participating insurance products has significantly increased, with 33% of new life insurance products launched in the first half of 2025 being participating insurance [8]. Group 4: Financial Implications - The reduction in preset interest rates will lead to decreased returns on savings-type insurance products, with potential earnings dropping significantly over long-term investments [7]. - Long-term critical illness and term life insurance premiums may rise, with estimates suggesting a potential increase of up to 30% following the rate adjustment [7]. - The shift towards floating yield products is seen as a strategy to lower liability costs and maintain profit margins amid declining investment yields [9].

Group 1 - The core company, Shenzhen Shouhui Technology Group, has passed the Hong Kong Stock Exchange hearing and disclosed information on May 15 [1] - Shouhui Technology, established in 2015, focuses on digital insurance intermediary services, generating revenue primarily from commissions paid by insurance companies [1] - The company operates three digital platforms: "Xiaoyusan" for C-end users, "Kachabao" for empowering insurance agents, and "Niubao 100" for connecting B-end partners [1] Group 2 - The online insurance intermediary market in China has seen significant growth, with total premiums increasing from 60 billion yuan in 2019 to 211 billion yuan in 2023, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 36.9% [2] - For long-term insurance, total premiums rose from 12 billion yuan in 2019 to 88 billion yuan in 2023, with a CAGR of 64.6% [2] - Shouhui Group's revenue for 2022, 2023, and projected for 2024 are 806 million yuan, 1.634 billion yuan, and 1.387 billion yuan respectively, with adjusted net profits of 75 million yuan, 253 million yuan, and 242 million yuan [2] Group 3 - The company has received investments from top domestic institutions including Sequoia China and Matrix Partners from angel to C-round financing [2] - The net proceeds from the IPO will be primarily used to enhance sales and marketing networks, improve service, boost R&D capabilities, and for general corporate purposes [2]