Securities firms launched the classification evaluation work in 2026, and this year they will strengthen their focus on anti-money laundering penalties.

Reporters have learned that local securities regulators have successively issued notifications to securities firms on the classification evaluation related work arrangements for 2026. Securities firms can conduct self-assessment and reporting work, with the goal of completing it before the end of June. The classification evaluation of securities firms gives appropriate incentives to those that excel in implementing special regulatory work, while deducting points for those that do not. The rating directly determines the allocation of regulatory resources and business access permissions. One noteworthy revision in this year's evaluation work is that securities firms are required to truthfully reflect and explain any administrative penalties imposed by other government departments for issues such as anti-money laundering during the evaluation period. Reporters have also learned that at the same time, the evaluation work for cultural development in securities firms is nearing completion, with securities firms currently reviewing scores. The results are expected to be officially announced within two weeks, which will indirectly impact the classification and ratings of securities firms.