Core Viewpoint - Stronger-than-expected U.S. economic growth data has diminished market expectations for a recent Federal Reserve interest rate cut, leading to a general decline in global stock markets while commodities surge, particularly precious metals and agricultural products [1][2]. Economic Data and Market Reactions - U.S. stock index futures fell, with the Dow Jones futures down over 0.1%, S&P 500 futures down 0.13%, and Nasdaq futures down 0.12% [2]. - Asian stock indices also declined, with Japan's Nikkei 225 down 0.1% and South Korea's Seoul Composite Index down 0.2% [2]. Currency Movements - The U.S. dollar index decreased by 0.2%, while the Japanese yen strengthened for three consecutive days, trading at 155.67 against the dollar [3]. - The South Korean won also appreciated, nearing the psychologically significant 1500 won per dollar mark, which has only been breached during extreme market pressures [6]. Commodity Price Trends - Gold prices initially surpassed $4500 per ounce before slightly retreating to $4485, marking a significant increase of over two-thirds this year [3][8]. - Silver prices rose nearly 1% to $72.11 per ounce, driven by both investment and industrial demand [11]. - Platinum prices reached a historical high above $2300 per ounce, influenced by supply shortages from major producing countries [14]. - London copper prices hit a record high, surpassing $12224 per ton [17]. - Chicago wheat futures continued to rise for five consecutive trading days, driven by supply concerns due to geopolitical issues and adverse weather conditions in the U.S. [18].
圣诞假期金属集体狂飙,金银铜再创新高,超预期经济数据打击降息预期,全球股市走低
Hua Er Jie Jian Wen·2025-12-24 08:33