博时基金王祥：黄金再次于3400美元区域遇阻回落，投资者兑现黄金收益

Market Overview - The gold market faced resistance around $3,400 last week due to significantly higher-than-expected July PPI data [1] - The meeting between Trump and Putin increased the likelihood of a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which may weaken geopolitical support for gold [2][3] - Domestic investors continued to realize gains in gold amid a favorable equity market backdrop [1] Economic Indicators - The U.S. July CPI remained steady at 2.7% year-on-year, matching the previous value, while the core CPI rose from 2.9% to 3.1%, supported by rising service costs [1] - The July PPI surged to 3.3% year-on-year, significantly exceeding the market expectation of 2.5%, with core PPI also rising to 3.7% [3] - The increase in PPI indicates potential upward pressure on inflation, with expectations for continued inflationary trends due to tariffs on imported goods [1][3] Monetary Policy - U.S. Treasury Secretary Becerra suggested a potential rate cut of over 150 basis points, with an initial cut of 50 basis points expected in September [2][3] - This statement reflects increasing political pressure on the Federal Reserve from the Trump administration [2] Geopolitical Developments - The recent U.S.-Russia summit in Alaska has marginally increased expectations for a ceasefire in Ukraine, with further diplomatic engagements planned [2][3] - Ukrainian President Zelensky is scheduled to visit Washington, indicating ongoing negotiations for a peace framework [3] Investment Trends - Following the U.S. clarification that gold would not be subject to tariffs, COMEX gold net longs were reduced, while European and American gold ETFs saw net inflows [2] - The increase in mini trust investments by individual investors outpaced that of SPDR, indicating a shift in investment dynamics [2]