陶冬：金价短空长多

Group 1 - The recent appointment of Fumio Kishida as Japan's Prime Minister has led to a significant drop in gold prices, attributed to a stronger US dollar and a decline in geopolitical tensions [1][2] - Gold prices have experienced a sharp decline after a substantial increase of over 1000 points in six weeks, indicating a normal technical correction following a period of rapid growth [1][2] - Year-to-date, gold prices have risen by 57%, outperforming other asset classes, driven by increased allocations from central banks, funds, and consumers seeking to hedge against inflation and currency devaluation [1][2] Group 2 - Central banks, once sellers of gold due to its lack of yield, are now the primary buyers, reflecting a loss of confidence in fiat currencies [2][3] - The revaluation of gold is underway as investors seek alternatives to US Treasuries, which are losing their status as a zero-risk asset due to rising US government deficits and geopolitical tensions [2][3] - The last significant revaluation of gold occurred in the early 2000s with the introduction of gold ETFs, which made gold investment more accessible and supported a bull market [2][3] Group 3 - Despite rising policy interest rates from various central banks, the era of credit expansion is not over, as countries continue to pursue deficit-driven growth [3][4] - Kishida's government is expected to maintain fiscal expansion policies, potentially increasing the fiscal deficit while supporting economic growth [4][5] - The Bank of Japan is unlikely to raise interest rates soon, as the current political landscape suggests a preference for a weaker yen to support economic stability [5]