Ultima Markets ：贸易紧张叠加宽松预期，市场情绪趋紧

Group 1 - The current global financial market narrative is driven by two main themes: escalating US-China trade tensions and a clear dovish shift in Federal Reserve policy [1] - The US-China trade conflict has intensified, with both sides imposing reciprocal port fees on shipping companies, particularly targeting vessels flying the US flag [2] - The Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell indicated a preference for at least two more interest rate cuts by the end of the year due to risks from a slowing US labor market [3] Group 2 - The uncertainty surrounding policy paths has increased due to the US government shutdown and delays in official data, with markets grappling with rising trade risks and expectations of Fed easing [4] - Gold prices are being supported by heightened risk aversion from the trade war and increased attractiveness due to rate cut expectations [4] - The US dollar is experiencing dual influences from safe-haven flows and easing expectations, which may put pressure on the dollar if rate cut expectations continue to rise [5][7] Group 3 - US equities are facing pressure from trade concerns, particularly in technology and growth stocks, with potential for prolonged market stress if tensions escalate [6] - The S&P 500 index is under scrutiny, with a critical level at 6700 points; sustained pressure below this level could trigger broader risk aversion [12] - Gold is experiencing upward momentum driven by trade tensions and geopolitical risks, with key resistance at the 4180–4200 dollar range and support at 4100 dollars [15]