Core Viewpoint - The recent trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan, along with optimistic trade talks between the U.S. and the EU, has led to a decline in gold prices as market concerns over trade tensions ease [3]. Group 1: Trade Agreements - U.S. President Trump announced a trade agreement with Japan, reducing auto tariffs from 27.5% to 15% and securing $550 billion in U.S. investments from Japan [3]. - The EU and U.S. are nearing a similar agreement, potentially setting the baseline tariff for EU goods to the U.S. at 15%, avoiding a rise to 30% [3]. Group 2: Market Reactions - The trade optimism has resulted in a rally in Asian stock markets, with Japan's stock market rising nearly 4%, reaching a new high in over a year [3]. - U.S. stock indices, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, reached closing highs, while the Dow Jones increased by over 1% [3]. Group 3: Impact on Gold Prices - The easing of trade conflict concerns has led to a shift of funds from safe-haven assets like gold to riskier assets, putting downward pressure on gold prices [3]. - Current trading strategies for precious metals suggest maintaining a bullish outlook, with the main contract for gold in Shanghai expected to trade between 760-809 yuan per gram [3].
贸易乐观情绪升温 黄金期货承压回落
Jin Tou Wang·2025-07-24 03:31