In response to the naming standardization requirements for ETFs set by the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, aimed at enhancing the investor experience, public fund institutions are initiating a wave of "ETF renaming." On February 4th, Invesco Great Wall completed the renaming of its two products: the previously popular "那只柯基 (Na Zhi Ke Ji)" - a play on words and known for its scarcity - and the Chuangye 50 ETF, which focuses on China's core technology assets. Post-renaming, they are now called "纳指科技ETF景顺" (Nasdaq Technology ETF Invesco) and "创业板50ETF景顺" (ChiNext 50 ETF Invesco), respectively. Core elements such as the product codes remain unchanged, ensuring no material impact on holders' rights.
This wave of renaming reflects the industry's need for standardization amidst the rapid expansion of the ETF market. In recent years, the number and scale of ETF products have continuously grown. Wind data shows that as of January 31, 2026, there were 1,404 non-monetary ETFs in the market with a combined scale of 5.3 trillion yuan. The absence of unified ETF naming rules previously, coupled with the increasing number of fund managers launching products tracking the same indices, has led to a growing issue of insufficient distinctiveness in ETF abbreviated names, causing inconvenience for investors when screening and identifying products.
In November 2025, the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges issued guidelines standardizing fund naming, specifying that the expanded abbreviated names of listed ETFs should follow the structure of "Core element of the investment target + ETF" and include the fund manager's abbreviation. It is understood that the two products renamed by Invesco Great Wall adhere to this standardized naming format. The renamed Nasdaq Technology ETF Invesco (Code: 159509) and ChiNext 50 ETF Invesco (Code: 159682) now offer higher recognizability, facilitating quicker identification and tracking for investors in the future.
From an investment perspective, the Nasdaq Technology ETF Invesco (Code: 159509) is the only ETF in the domestic market tracking the Nasdaq Technology Market Cap Weighted Index. This index selects stocks classified under the ICB "Technology" sector from the Nasdaq 100 Index, resulting in a purer technology focus, with constituents concentrated in key companies leading the AI revolution, such as Microsoft, Apple, NVIDIA, and Google. Data shows that as of January 31st, the Nasdaq Technology ETF Invesco had an asset size of 12.669 billion yuan and achieved a net value growth rate of 32.81% over the past year, establishing itself as an important tool for domestic investors to allocate to top global technology companies. Off-exchange investors can access it through its feeder fund (Class A: 017091; Class C: 017093; Class E: 019118).
The ChiNext 50 ETF Invesco (Code: 159682) tracks the ChiNext 50 Index, which selects 50 stocks from the ChiNext Index known for their high visibility, large market capitalization, and good liquidity. It covers several strategic emerging industries like electronics, new energy, and pharmaceuticals, representing leading assets in China's technology growth sector. Among the many ETFs tracking the ChiNext 50 Index, the ChiNext 50 ETF Invesco enjoys relatively high market recognition, with a product size of 4.879 billion yuan. In terms of performance, this ETF demonstrated strong momentum during the recent two-year recovery in tech growth stocks, with its net asset value per share accumulating an increase of 139.83%. Off-exchange investors can participate via its feeder fund (Class A: 017949; Class C: 017950). Furthermore, this ETF serves as a convenient tool for international investors to access Chinese tech assets. In November 2025, depositary receipts based on the ChiNext 50 ETF Invesco were listed on the Thailand Stock Exchange, marking Thailand's first listed product linked to the ChiNext 50 Index. Prior to this, Invesco Great Wall's foreign shareholder, Invesco Ltd., successfully facilitated the registration and listing of the first ChiNext 50 UCITS ETF on five major European exchanges.
In recent years, Invesco Great Wall has consistently deepened its focus on the ETF business, strategically positioning itself in domestic and international markets around the themes of "specialization" and "internationalization," carving out a differentiated development path within the highly competitive ETF landscape. The company currently maintains a relatively comprehensive ETF product line, encompassing broad-market, sector/theme, cross-border, and Smart Beta products. This line-up covers multiple markets including A-shares, US stocks, and Hong Kong stocks, and includes ETFs across different asset classes such as equities and bonds, catering to the diverse investment needs of investors. The current push for ETF naming standardization is another step by Invesco Great Wall Fund to continuously improve its ETF ancillary services and enhance the investment allocation experience for investors.
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