12月11日大盘简评

Market Overview - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.70% to 3873.32 points, while the Shenzhen Component Index dropped by 1.27%. The ChiNext Index and the Sci-Tech Innovation 50 Index decreased by 1.41% and 1.55%, respectively. Over 4300 stocks declined throughout the day, indicating weak market sentiment [1][1][1] - The total trading volume in the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets reached 1.86 trillion yuan, an increase of 786 billion yuan compared to the previous day [1] Federal Reserve Actions - The Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point interest rate cut, lowering the target range for the federal funds rate to 3.50%-3.75%. This marks the third rate cut of the year, following reductions on September 17 and October 29 [1][1] - The Fed's dot plot maintains a forecast of only one rate cut in 2026, with Chairman Powell indicating that current rates are at a "favorable position," suggesting a higher threshold for future cuts. The Fed also restarted balance sheet expansion operations, enhancing market expectations for monetary easing [1][1] Gold Market Insights - Historical trends show that the Fed's easing policies support gold prices. Current global central bank gold purchases and geopolitical risks provide long-term structural support for gold [1][1] - Investors are advised to consider gold-related investments, such as gold ETFs (518800) and more flexible gold stock ETFs (517400) [1][1] High Voltage Power Transmission Sector - The high voltage power transmission sector saw gains, with the approval of the Zhejiang high voltage AC ring network project by the National Development and Reform Commission, which is expected to be operational by 2029 with a total investment of approximately 29.3 billion yuan [2][2] - This year, two high voltage DC lines and three high voltage AC lines have been approved, indicating strong construction demand. The acceleration of the national unified electricity market and clear demand for cross-regional power transmission are expected to sustain investment growth in the electricity sector during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [2][2] - Given the anticipated growth in domestic power grid investment and opportunities for equipment exports due to overseas power shortages, the outlook for the power grid sector remains positive. Investors are encouraged to consider the power grid ETF (561380) [2][2]