金价大跌2.8%，为何机构仍在加仓？

Group 1 - The recent volatility in the gold market has raised questions among investors, particularly as the SPDR Gold Trust's holdings reached a record high of 964.22 tons despite a significant drop in gold prices [1] - The concept of "high" and "low" in investment is subjective and can lead to dangerous thinking, as evidenced by the contrasting behaviors in bank stocks and gold [1] - Institutional investors have shown a consistent interest in gold, with central banks, including the People's Bank of China, increasing their gold reserves for nine consecutive months, reaching 7,396 million ounces by the end of July [6] Group 2 - The white liquor sector has seen a decline in institutional inventory data since October 2023, contrasting with the active positioning in bank stocks, highlighting the importance of capital flow over historical price anchors [3] - The World Gold Council reports a projected 3% year-on-year increase in global gold demand by Q2 2025, with East Asia expected to see a significant rise of 28% [6] - The performance of gold mining companies, such as West Gold and Shandong Gold, indicates a net profit increase of over 80%, reflecting the positive sentiment towards gold [6] Group 3 - The importance of quantitative thinking in investment is emphasized, as market fluctuations should be viewed through the lens of capital flow rather than emotional responses [7] - The effective market hypothesis suggests that market prices reflect all available information, but behavioral finance indicates a significant information gap between institutions and retail investors [7] - Future outlook for gold remains positive due to ongoing global economic and political uncertainties, with potential support from a possible Federal Reserve rate cut and geopolitical risks [8]