【黄金期货收评】降息预期强化贵金属牛市惯性 沪金上涨3.82%

Core Viewpoint - The gold and silver markets are experiencing strong upward momentum, driven by expectations of interest rate cuts and economic uncertainty in the U.S. [2] Group 1: Market Performance - On October 17, the Shanghai gold futures closed at 999.80 yuan per gram, reflecting a daily increase of 3.82% with a trading volume of 640,615 lots and an open interest of 222,192 lots [1] - The Shanghai gold spot price was quoted at 997.29 yuan per gram, showing a discount of 2.51 yuan per gram compared to the futures price [1] - International gold prices have stabilized above $4,200 per ounce, with the main contract for gold futures on the Shanghai Futures Exchange closing at 966.42 yuan per gram, up 1.84% [2] Group 2: Economic Indicators and Expectations - The U.S. Treasury Secretary indicated that if China halts strict rare earth export controls, the U.S. may extend the three-month exemption on tariffs against China, suggesting potential diplomatic engagement [1] - The Federal Reserve's Beige Book reported little change in U.S. economic activity since early September, with weak labor market demand reinforcing expectations for a more accommodative monetary policy [2] - Market expectations for interest rate cuts have surged, with a 97.3% probability of a 25 basis point cut in October and a 94.2% probability of a cumulative 50 basis point cut by December [2]