Group 1: Currency and Commodity Markets - The US dollar index has risen for four consecutive days, reaching a near one-month high above the 99 mark, supported by rising US Treasury yields and increased demand due to heightened risk aversion [1] - Gold prices experienced volatility, initially rising due to safe-haven demand from the Venezuela situation, peaking at $4500 per ounce before retreating, while silver showed even greater fluctuations [1] - The CME will raise margin requirements for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium futures on January 9, marking the third adjustment in a month, aimed at curbing speculation in the silver futures market [1] - Non-US currencies weakened overall, influenced by the stabilization of the dollar and market caution, with the euro and pound declining against the dollar for four consecutive days [1] Group 2: Oil Market Dynamics - International oil prices fluctuated significantly, initially rising due to uncertainty over supply from Venezuela, but later falling as Trump announced a deal with Venezuela, raising concerns over oversupply [2] - Oil prices rebounded on Thursday amid geopolitical crises raising supply disruption fears [2] Group 3: Investment Bank Predictions - Bank of America predicts the average gold price will reach $4538 per ounce by 2026, while silver could soar to between $135 and $309 per ounce [5] - Citigroup expects copper prices to potentially exceed $14,000 per ton in January [5] - Deutsche Bank suggests the energy sector may benefit the most from the BCOM index's annual rebalancing [5] Group 4: Economic Indicators and Employment Data - The US non-farm payroll report showed mixed results, with December adding 50,000 jobs, below the expected 60,000, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.4% [10] - The market perceives the drop in unemployment as closing the door on potential Fed rate cuts in January, with traders now pricing in a slower pace of rate reductions [11] Group 5: Commodity Index Rebalancing - The Bloomberg Commodity Index (BCOM) is undergoing annual rebalancing, with gold and silver facing significant sell-off pressures, estimated at $141 billion combined [13] - Gold's weight in the index will decrease from 20.4% to 14.9%, leading to a sell-off of approximately 2.4 million ounces of gold [13] Group 6: Geopolitical Events Impacting Markets - The situation in Venezuela has led to significant geopolitical tensions, with the US taking military action and controlling oil sales, which may impact global oil prices [6][7] - The ongoing protests in Iran, driven by economic hardships, have escalated, with significant implications for regional stability and potential international responses [18]

Core Viewpoint - U.S. oil executives are summoned to the White House to discuss potential investment plans in Venezuela, weighing the country's business potential against political stability concerns and investor caution [1][2]. Group 1: Investment Potential - U.S. oil companies are reportedly ready to invest billions to rebuild Venezuela's oil economy following U.S. military actions [1]. - Chevron has ongoing operations in Venezuela, while ExxonMobil and ConocoPhillips withdrew nearly 20 years ago after asset nationalization and are still owed billions [4]. - Oilfield service companies may be among the first beneficiaries in the infrastructure rebuilding process, emphasizing the need for careful timing and partnerships [5]. Group 2: Investor Concerns - Some energy investors express skepticism about the costs of investing in Venezuela, citing political instability and the reliability of the interim government led by Delcy Rodriguez [2]. - Investors are looking for long-term stability and favorable financial terms to mitigate risks of asset nationalization, which has been a historical concern in Venezuela [2]. - The uncertainty surrounding the management of Venezuela's transition period remains a significant factor for potential investors [6][7]. Group 3: Government Involvement - President Trump is expected to encourage oil executives to invest and help increase Venezuela's oil production during the meeting [3]. - The U.S. government is reportedly developing a three-step plan for Venezuela, starting with stabilization, followed by ensuring access for U.S. oil companies, and finally transitioning governance [7]. - There are concerns among U.S. oil companies about being pressured to enter Venezuela quickly and the potential consequences of such actions [7].

Group 1 - A significant sell-off of precious metals worth over $10 billion is testing the market for 2026, putting pressure on the previously soaring prices of gold and silver [1] - According to JPMorgan's estimates, commodity index-tracking funds are expected to sell approximately $6.1 billion of silver and $5.6 billion of gold during the annual rebalancing period from January 8 to 15 [1] - The Bloomberg Commodity Index (BCOM) requires annual adjustments to maintain target allocation ratios, leading to necessary buying or selling by funds [1] Group 2 - Gregory Shearer from JPMorgan indicates that silver will face the largest scale of sell-off, estimated to be about 10% of the total value of all open derivative contracts on the New York Mercantile Exchange (Comex) [2] - Cocoa has been reintroduced into the Bloomberg Commodity Index, with funds needing to buy approximately 30% of the open contracts on the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) [2] - Concerns exist in the cocoa market regarding potential short covering due to the rebalancing, especially after cocoa prices fell nearly 50% in 2025 following a supply shortage from West Africa [2]

Group 1 - The upcoming labor market report is expected to show a slowdown in job growth in December due to increased import tariffs and cautious hiring related to AI investments, with the unemployment rate projected to drop to 4.5% [1] - Economists estimate that the U.S. economy needs to create between 50,000 to 120,000 jobs monthly to keep up with the growth of the working-age population, but job creation has significantly lagged behind this requirement [2] - The sharp slowdown in job growth last year is attributed to aggressive trade and immigration policies, which reduced both demand and supply for workers, with a notable impact from the government shutdown affecting data collection [3] Group 2 - While the median forecast from economists suggests a drop in the unemployment rate to 4.5% in December, some predict a slight increase to 4.7%, which could open the door for potential rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [4] - The Federal Reserve lowered the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.50%-3.75% in December, but officials indicated a pause in further cuts to better assess economic trends, with job growth expected to remain narrow and concentrated in healthcare and social assistance sectors [5]

Group 1 - The complexity of the U.S. tariff system has significantly increased, with the 2026 "base" version of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule exceeding 4,500 pages, an increase of over 100 pages from the previous year and 800 pages since 2017 [2][3] - The average tariff rate for consumers is calculated to be 16.8%, indicating a substantial financial burden on businesses and consumers alike [3] - There are currently 17 different tariff measures applicable to major U.S. imports, up from just 3 in 2017, highlighting the growing regulatory complexity [4] Group 2 - The upcoming Supreme Court ruling on the legality of emergency tariffs imposed by the Trump administration could have significant implications for financial markets, with the case involving approximately $100 billion in government revenue [5] - Since early 2025, over $200 billion in tariffs have been collected, with an estimated 55% of this revenue coming from tariffs that are legally questionable [5] - Regardless of the Supreme Court's decision, the complexity of tariffs will persist, particularly for tariffs on steel, automobiles, and other industries, which account for the remaining 45% of tariff revenue [6] Group 3 - If the Supreme Court rules against the Trump administration, hundreds of entries in the tariff schedule may need to be quickly adjusted, causing additional headaches for businesses [6] - Companies are preparing for potential refunds if the Supreme Court determines that certain tariffs were illegally imposed, with significant financial implications [6] - The refund process is expected to be complicated and lengthy, involving numerous lawsuits, and companies may not receive immediate financial relief even if tariffs are overturned [6]

Group 1 - Fitch expects the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates twice in the first half of 2026, with the unemployment rate stabilizing at 4.6% [1] - Goldman Sachs reports that investor sentiment towards oil is at its most pessimistic level in nearly a decade, with over 59% of surveyed institutional investors bearish on the oil market [2] - Goldman Sachs forecasts a robust global economic growth of 2.8% in 2026, surpassing the market expectation of 2.6%, driven by a strong performance in the US and China [3] Group 2 - Guggenheim indicates that the market has largely absorbed geopolitical risks but remains cautious about headline risks that could impact stock market resilience [4] - UOB raises its gold price forecast due to increased demand for safe-haven assets amid rising geopolitical risks, projecting gold prices to reach $5,000 per ounce by Q4 2026 [5] - CICC anticipates a short-term supply gap in the wood chip market in 2026, leading to a potential increase in pulp prices as demand improves [6] Group 3 - Tianfeng Securities is optimistic about A-share gaming companies entering a strong product cycle in 2026, driven by improved competition and stable regulatory environments [7] - CITIC Securities expects an expansion in the issuance of local government bonds in 2026, with a focus on matching issuance pace with market conditions [8] - CITIC Securities predicts that the Hang Seng Index will undergo adjustments, with 38 stocks expected to enter the Hong Kong Stock Connect [9] Group 4 - CITIC Securities highlights the potential for increased domestic tourism revenue in 2026, estimating an annual increment of 500 to 1,650 billion yuan due to new policies promoting worker consumption [10] - CITIC Jian Investment identifies a bottoming opportunity in the liquor sector, suggesting that the current adjustment phase may soon reverse as market expectations improve [11] - Huatai Securities sees a recovery in the innovative drug sector in Hong Kong, driven by liquidity restoration and multiple catalysts expected in the upcoming year [12]

去年12月美国劳动力市场大概率呈现温和增长态势，这一表现或为投资者在新一年注入些许信心，但尚 不足以引发市场过度亢奋。美国劳工统计局将于北京时间周五晚9:30发布这份报告。 据市场共识预测，美国12月非农就业人口或新增6万人，失业率则微降至4.5%。不过，就业新增人数的 预测范围在2.5万至15.5万人之间，这凸显了当前招聘形势的不确定性。 若上述共识预测基本准确，这一新增就业数据，将较2025年前11个月平均每月5.5万人的增幅略有提 升，同时也略高于11月初步公布的6.4万人。当前失业率较2025年初高出0.5个百分点。 对交易员来说，这份报告对美联储的政策预期具有重要影响，并可能推动股债汇及贵金属市场大幅波 动。若非农就业数据疲软，将进一步强化市场对美联储年内加码降息的预期。受此影响，美元汇率大概 率会走弱，而美股可能会先迎来一波反弹，随后市场对经济增长的担忧情绪或将占据主导。 反之，若非农数据表现强劲，则会削弱市场的降息押注，对美元汇率形成支撑，同时可能会对美股估值 构成压制。美元走强同样不利于已经置身于指数再平衡阴影下的黄金。正如独立分析师Ross Norman所 说，"近日金价因获利了结而回落，但 ...

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. shale oil industry executives warn that if President Trump insists on controlling Venezuela's oil industry to suppress oil prices, domestic oil production could face a significant decline. Group 1: Industry Concerns - Executives from the shale oil sector express outrage over Trump's plans to allow Venezuelan oil into the U.S., feeling it undermines American producers [1] - The number of operational oil drilling rigs in the U.S. has decreased by 15% over the past year, with only 412 rigs currently active [2] - The U.S. Energy Information Administration predicts a decline of approximately 100,000 barrels per day in U.S. oil production by 2026, marking the first annual decrease since the COVID-19 pandemic [2] Group 2: Market Impact - Oil prices have dropped below $56 per barrel, with the average price expected to be around $51 per barrel this year [3] - Major independent oil companies have seen significant stock price declines, with companies like Diamondback Energy and Devon Energy dropping as much as 9% due to fears of increased Venezuelan oil supply [3] - The potential for Venezuelan oil production to increase by 50% within 12 months could lead to further downward pressure on gasoline prices [4] Group 3: Executive Sentiments - Executives feel betrayed by the government’s signals favoring Venezuelan oil over domestic independent producers [2] - There is a growing sentiment of despair within the shale oil industry regarding Trump's support, with claims that he does not prioritize the survival of independent oil companies [4][5] - The focus on larger oil companies benefiting from international opportunities suggests a shift in the competitive landscape, favoring those with greater resources [5]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. labor market is expected to show moderate growth in December, which may instill some confidence in investors for the new year, but it is not enough to cause excessive market excitement [2] Employment Data Summary - The consensus forecast predicts an addition of 60,000 non-farm jobs in December, with the unemployment rate slightly decreasing to 4.5%. The range for job additions is between 25,000 and 155,000, highlighting uncertainty in hiring conditions [2] - If the forecast is accurate, the job addition will be a slight increase compared to the average monthly addition of 55,000 jobs from January to November 2025, and slightly higher than the preliminary figure of 64,000 jobs in November [2] - The unemployment rate is currently 0.5 percentage points higher than at the beginning of 2025, indicating a divergence between job growth and unemployment rate trends [2][4] Market Impact - The upcoming non-farm payroll report is crucial for influencing Federal Reserve policy expectations and may lead to significant fluctuations in stock, bond, currency, and precious metal markets [2] - A weak non-farm employment report could reinforce market expectations for further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, likely leading to a weaker dollar and a potential initial rebound in U.S. stocks, followed by renewed concerns about economic growth [2][3] - Conversely, a strong non-farm report would weaken the market's rate cut bets, support the dollar, and potentially suppress U.S. stock valuations [3] Labor Market Indicators - The recent JOLTS report indicated a significant decline in job vacancies, which is a leading indicator of future hiring intentions. This decline suggests a weakening demand for labor and supports the expectation of weak job additions in December [5] - The ongoing decrease in the labor turnover rate indicates that employees are less confident in external job opportunities, further signaling a cooling labor market [5] Data Revisions - Experienced traders recognize that revisions to previous months' employment data can significantly alter market perceptions of labor market strength. A substantial downward revision of October and November's job additions could paint a more severe picture of the employment landscape than the December figures alone suggest [6] - Historical trends show that conflicting signals between initial and revised non-farm data often lead to market volatility [6] Future Employment Outlook - Economists generally expect the U.S. labor market to stabilize in 2026, with a more optimistic outlook compared to the beginning of 2025. There are signs of improved hiring activity and a slowdown in layoffs [7] - The employment market is anticipated to remain within a moderate range, with fluctuations expected but overall resilience confirmed [7] - The focus for 2026 will also be on employee retention strategies, as employers prioritize retaining existing staff over aggressive hiring or layoffs [8]

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