暴涨318%，比黄金还暴利！2025年最疯狂的东西出现了

Core Insights - The most surprising commodity price surge in 2025 is attributed to eggs, with Japan experiencing a significant increase in wholesale egg prices, which rose nearly 60% year-on-year [2] - In the U.S., the average price of a dozen Grade A eggs reached a historic high of $4.95 in January, escalating to $6.23 by March, marking a 25% increase in just two months [3] - The common cause of the egg shortages in both Japan and the U.S. is avian influenza, leading to the culling of millions of poultry [4] Summary by Sections Japan's Egg Crisis - Japan's wholesale egg price reached 295 yen per kilogram, approximately 14 RMB, reflecting a nearly 60% increase from the previous year [2] - The Japanese government suggested manufacturers use frozen egg liquid due to the shortage [2] U.S. Egg Price Surge - The average price of a dozen eggs in the U.S. hit $4.95 in January, surpassing the previous record of $4.82 from two years prior [3] - By March, the price increased to $6.23, a 25% rise in two months [3] - Egg prices in the U.S. have surged 318% over the past seven years, significantly outpacing the 180% increase in gold prices during the same period [4] China's Stable Egg Supply - China remains unaffected by the global egg price surge, with a stable laying hen population of approximately 1.205 billion as of March, and a first-quarter average price of 3.59 RMB per jin, down 20.22% [5] - China's effective avian influenza prevention measures have contributed to its stable egg supply, contrasting with the culling strategies employed in Japan and the U.S. [5] Growth of China's Egg Production - China's egg production has increased from 2.81 million tons in 1982 to 35.63 million tons in 2023, marking an 11.7-fold increase [6] - China has become the world's largest egg producer, accounting for over 30% of global production, far ahead of other major producers [6] Advancements in China's Poultry Industry - The poultry industry in China is evolving towards large-scale and standardized production, with over 80% of egg and meat chicken production being large-scale [8] - The domestic breeding industry has made significant strides, reducing reliance on imported high-yield chicken breeds [9][10] Protein Consumption Concerns - Despite high egg production, China faces a structural protein consumption crisis, with a significant portion of protein intake coming from plant sources, which are less nutritious compared to animal protein [15][21] - The reliance on refined carbohydrates, primarily from wheat and rice, poses health risks, contributing to a high prevalence of diabetes in China [19][20] Conclusion on Egg Consumption - Eggs are positioned as a crucial source of animal protein for the Chinese population, especially given the challenges associated with other protein sources like meat and dairy [22][21] - The article emphasizes the importance of improving dietary protein intake while addressing the underlying health risks associated with current consumption patterns [29]