黄金沸腾，全球资本竞相“扫货”

Group 1 - Gold prices have reached a historic high of $3,775 per ounce as of September 23, with a year-to-date increase of 43% [2] - The largest gold ETF, SPDR, has seen its holdings rise to 1,000.57 tons, reflecting strong market confidence in gold [2] - Gold stocks have also surged, with notable increases in companies like Xiaocheng Technology and Zhongjin Gold, which reached historical highs [3] Group 2 - The recent rise in gold prices is attributed to the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, which have lowered the opportunity cost of holding gold, alongside a weakening dollar and heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East [4] - Analysts predict that gold prices will continue to trend upward, supported by expectations of further interest rate cuts and ongoing geopolitical risks [5] - The domestic gold jewelry prices have also increased, with significant rises in prices for brands like Chow Sang Sang and Lao Feng Xiang [6] Group 3 - The surge in gold prices has led to increased interest from domestic asset management institutions, with a notable rise in the number of funds incorporating gold ETFs into their portfolios [8] - The recent regulatory changes allow insurance companies to invest in gold, potentially bringing an estimated 200 billion yuan into the gold market [8] - The favorable market conditions have created opportunities for gold companies to enter the capital market, exemplified by Zijin Mining's plans for a public offering of its subsidiary [9]