关税贸易政策反复 金银继续窄幅交投

Market Overview - The US dollar index fluctuated around the 98 mark, ultimately closing up 0.12% at 98.24 [1] - Spot gold initially rose to a high of 3345.25 but later fell, closing down 0.51% at 3315.60 USD/oz [1] - Spot silver decreased by 1.68%, ending at 37.37 USD/oz [1] Key News Summary - The US Department of Commerce announced the inclusion of 407 categories of steel and aluminum derivative products in the tariff list, with a tax rate of 50%, raising concerns among businesses about increased costs and profit margins [2] - The expanded tariff list includes a wide range of products such as wind turbine components, cranes, bulldozers, rail vehicles, compressors, and pumps [2] - A professor from Michigan State University estimated that the current steel and aluminum tariffs affect at least 320 billion USD worth of imports based on 2024 overall import values, indicating further inflationary pressure due to rising prices [2] Trading Insights - Gold and silver continue to trade within a narrow range as traders await the next price catalyst, with Federal Reserve Chairman Powell's upcoming speech being a potential trigger [4] - Gold prices have remained around 3350 USD over the past three months, supported by stable investment demand, while silver lacks momentum due to a combination of industrial demand and structural deficits [4] - Short-term performance of precious metals is expected to be volatile due to multiple factors including tariff trade policies, adjustments in Fed rate cut expectations, and geopolitical conflicts [4]