
Core Viewpoint - The gold market is gaining attention as the National Day holiday approaches, with various brands adjusting their gold jewelry prices, indicating a potential upward trend in gold prices [1][2][3]. Price Adjustments - Major brands such as Chow Tai Fook, Chow Sang Sang, and Luk Fook Jewelry have set their gold prices at 1108 CNY per gram, while other brands like Lao Feng Xiang and Lao Miao are priced at 1100 CNY per gram [1][2]. - Chow Tai Fook confirmed that its "fixed price" gold products will see price increases starting in October, with specific adjustments to be announced later [2][3]. - Recent reports indicate that some brands have already begun or are about to increase their product prices, with potential increases of 30%-40% for popular items [3]. Emerging Trends - A new product called "Pain Gold," which resonates with younger consumers, has gained popularity, priced at 2800 CNY per gram, significantly higher than standard gold jewelry prices [4]. - The collaboration between traditional brands and popular culture, such as Chow Tai Fook's partnership with the game "Black Myth: Wukong," has resulted in substantial sales, exceeding 1.5 billion CNY [4]. Market Dynamics - The "谷子" (Guzi) economy, which includes merchandise from comics, games, and animations, is projected to reach a market size of 168.9 billion CNY in 2024, growing over 40% from 2023 [5]. - Gold's intrinsic value provides a more stable investment compared to other merchandise in the "谷子" category, even as trends fluctuate [5]. Price Influences - Multiple factors are contributing to the sustained high gold prices, including anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and geopolitical risks [6][7]. - Historical data suggests that gold prices tend to rise following interest rate cuts, with an average increase of 6% within 60 days [6]. - The long-term outlook for gold remains positive due to the restructuring of the global monetary credit system and the weakening of the dollar's reserve status [7].