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Highest Performances Holdings Inc., also known as HPH, is a prominent third-party wealth management services provider based in China. The company primarily caters to the affluent and emerging middle class population, offering a range of financial services. Since its inception in 2010 by Mr. Yu Haifeng, HPH has grown significantly and established a strong presence in the Chinese wealth management industry.

HPH's main business activities revolve around wealth management, asset management, insurance consulting, trust consulting, and ancillary services. The company's wealth management services encompass publicly raised fund products and privately raised securities investment fund products, which are accessible through its branch network and online platform. These services are tailored to meet the needs of individual investors and high-net-worth individuals or institutional investors. HPH's asset management services, on the other hand, manage various funds, including equity long funds, quantitative stock selection funds, futures funds, quantitative neutral funds, and bond strategy funds. These services aim to provide investors with diversified investment options and help them achieve their long-term financial objectives.

In terms of its competitive position, HPH faces intense competition from other wealth management companies in China. However, the company relies on its strong brand reputation, experienced investment team, and diverse product offerings to maintain its market share and continue its growth trajectory. HPH's primary customers are affluent individuals and institutional investors who are drawn to the company's high-quality investment products and services, as well as its experienced investment team and robust brand reputation.

The company's insurance consulting services encompass the provision of insurance products and consulting services to clients, while its trust consulting services involve the establishment of trust accounts for clients and the management of their assets. As of June 30, 2023, HPH had 366 affluent family clients who had set up trust accounts with entrusted assets of RMB4.1 billion (approximately US$560 million). The company is optimistic that its trust consulting services will continue to attract more clients and increase its assets under management.

HPH's product and service brands include its publicly raised fund products, privately raised securities investment fund products, and various funds managed under its asset management services. These offerings are designed to cater to the diverse needs of its clients, providing them with tailored investment solutions and helping them achieve their financial goals.