实探：元旦购金热！深圳水贝市场人气旺

Core Viewpoint - The gold and silver prices have experienced significant fluctuations before the New Year, but the Shenzhen Shui Bei gold and jewelry market remains vibrant due to holiday effects and consumer interest in gold jewelry and investment products [1][4]. Group 1: Market Trends - On January 1, the gold price was reported at 1,126 yuan per gram, inclusive of tax, indicating a shift towards a unified pricing system in the Shui Bei market [4]. - Despite high gold prices, consumer demand for gold jewelry remains strong, with purchases for gifts and investments continuing to drive sales [4]. - Silver and platinum prices have also risen, but their popularity still lags behind that of gold jewelry [6]. Group 2: Investment Insights - Investment silver bars have become highly sought after, with reports of shortages and the need for pre-orders due to rising silver prices [7]. - Market data indicates that by 2025, international gold and silver prices are expected to rise by approximately 60% and 150%, respectively, driven by factors such as the Federal Reserve's loose monetary policy and central bank gold purchases [7]. - Major financial institutions, including JPMorgan, predict that by the end of 2026, gold prices could reach $5,000 per ounce, while some analysts forecast even higher prices, with silver potentially reaching $200 per ounce [8].