Core Viewpoint - The gold stocks have rebounded in early trading, with notable increases in share prices for several companies, despite recent declines in international gold prices due to weakened safe-haven demand and inconsistent expectations regarding U.S. economic data and interest rate cuts [1]. Company Performance - China Gold International (02009) increased by 3.37%, reaching HKD 134.9 - Zijin Mining International (02259) rose by 2.57%, reaching HKD 135.9 - Zhaojin Mining Industry (01818) gained 2.32%, reaching HKD 28.28 - Shandong Gold (01787) increased by 1.8%, reaching HKD 32.84 [1]. Market Analysis - COMEX gold prices recently fell below USD 4000 per ounce, influenced by two main factors: a reduction in safe-haven demand and the lack of important U.S. economic data, leading to mixed investor expectations regarding the labor market and inflation trends [1]. - According to Everbright Securities, the combination of the U.S. entering a rate-cutting cycle and increased global uncertainty has led to a resurgence in gold ETF investment demand. The trend of central banks increasing gold holdings continues amid a backdrop of de-dollarization, supporting a bullish outlook for gold prices [1]. Recommendations - Everbright Securities recommends investing in Zijin Mining and suggests monitoring Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining and Zijin Mining International [1].