Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-12-29 14:27Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article indicates a general decline in gold stocks, with significant drops in share prices for companies such as Zijin Mining International, Shandong Gold, China Gold International, and Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining [1][1][1] - As of the report, Zijin Mining International (02259) fell by 5.41% to HKD 145.2, Shandong Gold (01787) decreased by 4.47% to HKD 35.5, China Gold International (02099) dropped by 4.14% to HKD 155.2, and Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining (06693) declined by 4.15% to HKD 30.52 [1][1][1] Group 2 - The precious metals market experienced a sharp decline after an initial rise, with spot gold falling below USD 4,480 per ounce and COMEX gold dropping below USD 4,500 [1][1][1] - East China Securities suggests that in the short term, the combination of expansive fiscal policy in the U.S. (ending government shutdown), loose monetary policy (recent 75 basis points rate cut), and seasonal factors (potentially higher initial non-farm payrolls and CPI in January-February) may delay the Federal Reserve's rate cuts, thus raising interest rate expectations [1][1][1] - Additionally, the planned visit of Trump to China in April 2026 may further improve market risk appetite, contributing to a bearish outlook for gold prices [1][1][1] Group 3 - In the medium to long term, concerns regarding Trump's interference with the independence of the Federal Reserve and the sustainability of U.S. debt may lead to ongoing dollar credit risks, which could sustain the global central banks' demand for gold [1][1][1]