现货黄金突破4190美元/盎司，国际金价为何再创新高？

Core Viewpoint - The price of gold continues to surge, reaching new historical highs, driven by expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and increased demand from central banks and investors [12][14]. Group 1: Gold Price Movements - On October 15, spot gold prices rose to a high of $4,190.47 per ounce, while New York gold reached $4,210 per ounce, both setting new historical records [1][12]. - As of the latest update, spot gold was reported at $4,187.78 per ounce, and New York gold at $4,206.76 per ounce [1]. Group 2: Domestic Gold Market - In the domestic market, the main contracts for Shanghai gold futures rose collectively by over 1% [4]. - The prices for gold jewelry have also increased, with brands like Lao Miao and Chow Tai Fook reporting prices of 1,235 RMB per gram, reflecting a significant rise from the previous day [5][9]. Group 3: Influencing Factors - Recent comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell have contributed to the rising gold prices, as he indicated a potential for further interest rate cuts [12]. - The ongoing U.S. government shutdown adds uncertainty to the economic outlook, which may lead to more aggressive monetary easing by the Fed, thereby reducing the holding costs of gold [12]. - There is a noticeable trend of funds being shifted from U.S. Treasury securities to gold among global central banks, institutional investors, and individual investors [12]. Group 4: Future Predictions - Bank of America has raised its price forecast for gold to $5,000 per ounce by 2026, with a possibility of reaching $6,000 per ounce, contingent on a 28% increase in purchasing volume [14].