Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-10-09 14:07Group 1: Consumer Trends During Holidays - The National Taxation Administration reported a 4.5% year-on-year increase in daily sales revenue for consumer-related industries during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday [1] - The jewelry and accessories sector saw a significant boost, with sales revenue increasing by 41.1% year-on-year, driven by rising gold prices [1][2] - Cultural and artistic services also experienced growth, with sales revenue increasing by 18.6%, particularly in performing arts and venues, which saw increases of 18.4% and 50% respectively [1][5] Group 2: Gold Market Insights - The international gold price fluctuated around $3,900 per ounce during the holiday, with local gold prices in Beijing ranging from 1,129 to 1,131 yuan per gram [2] - Despite high gold prices, consumer enthusiasm remained strong, particularly in major markets like Beijing and Shenzhen, where consumers queued to purchase high-end gold items [2] - Analysts noted that while high gold prices may suppress some demand, they also reinforce the perception of gold as a stable investment amid global uncertainties [2] Group 3: Music Festival Impact - The 11th Taihu Bay Music Festival attracted 140,000 attendees, with 70% coming from outside the province, highlighting the event's popularity and its role in driving local tourism [4][5] - The festival generated significant secondary spending, with an average of 50 yuan spent per person on-site, and each 100 million yuan in ticket sales potentially generating an additional 480 million yuan in surrounding consumption [5] - The event contributed to a broader trend of cultural and artistic consumption, with many consumers traveling to attend performances and festivals during the holiday [5] Group 4: Company Performance - Traditional jewelry companies like Zhou Dasheng, Lao Feng Xiang, and China Gold reported declines in both revenue and profit in the first half of the year [3] - In contrast, companies focusing on differentiated gold jewelry, such as Mankalon and Chao Hong Ji, achieved year-on-year growth in both revenue and net profit [3]