美国政府最长停摆结束，静待数据催化贵金属价格上行

Core Viewpoint - The precious metals market has experienced a rebound followed by a decline, with gold and silver prices showing fluctuations while palladium and platinum have decreased in value [1][2]. Precious Metals Market Summary - Gold prices in London rose by 1.49% to $4,071.10 per ounce, while the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) gold increased by 3.39% to ¥953.20 per gram, with SHFE gold holdings up by 0.39% to 347,600 contracts [1][2]. - Silver prices in London increased by 6.23% to $52.01 per ounce, and SHFE silver rose by 7.95% to ¥12,351 per kilogram, with SHFE silver holdings up by 9.89% to 763,000 contracts [1][2]. - Palladium prices in London fell by 5.46% to $1,385 per ounce, and platinum prices decreased by 3.59% to $1,532 per ounce [1][2]. Economic Factors Influencing Precious Metals - The end of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history has led to the anticipation of key economic data releases, including GDP revisions and employment reports, which may impact market sentiment [3]. - Hawkish statements from several Federal Reserve officials have dampened expectations for interest rate cuts in December, suggesting a cautious approach to monetary policy amid persistent inflation concerns [4]. - The Trump administration's plans to expand food tariff exemptions and reach trade agreements with countries like Switzerland may influence economic conditions and commodity prices [4]. Long-term Outlook for Gold - The "Trump 2.0" agenda, focusing on tariffs and tax cuts, is expected to stabilize, while the potential for interest rate cuts may provide strong support for gold prices in the latter half of the year [5]. - Key upcoming events include the release of the non-farm payroll report and GDP revisions, which are critical for assessing economic health and potential impacts on gold prices [5]. - Central bank gold purchases are projected to drive global gold demand to a record high of 4,974 tons in 2024, up 1.5% from 2023, providing a solid foundation for gold prices [5][6]. - China's central bank has consistently increased its gold reserves, with a reported 7,409 million ounces (approximately 2,304.457 tons) as of the end of October, reflecting ongoing demand for gold [6].