CME Group(US:CME) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-01-09 09:27Gold Market - The recent adjustment in gold prices has allowed them to recover previous losses, despite the CME raising margin requirements for precious metals for the third time in a month, which is interpreted as a necessary measure to maintain market order rather than an end to the bull market [2][8] - The increase in margin requirements indicates a significant shortage of precious metal inventories, which cannot meet the strong demand from investors and speculators, thus supporting the ongoing bull market [2] - Technical analysis suggests that gold prices are likely to continue rising, with a key support level at $4,440 [2] Oil Market - International oil prices are currently in a sideways trend, supported by heightened market tensions due to U.S. actions against Venezuela, but the long-term outlook remains troubled by oversupply [3] - A Goldman Sachs survey indicates that over 59% of institutional investors are bearish or slightly bearish on the oil market, marking the most pessimistic outlook in nearly a decade [3] - The IEA reports that global oil supply is expected to increase by 2.5 million barrels per day by 2026, leading to a projected surplus of 4.09 million barrels per day, equivalent to 4% of global demand [3] Dollar Index - The dollar index has recently reversed its downward trend, gaining over 1.3% since late December, but this upward momentum may not be sustainable due to anticipated significant interest rate cuts following the appointment of a new Federal Reserve chairman [4][5] - The new Fed chairman is expected to support President Trump's push for lower interest rates, with Treasury Secretary Mnuchin emphasizing the need for the Fed to stimulate investment [5] Nikkei 225 - The Nikkei 225 index has shown signs of support from moving averages, with a potential for new highs as it forms a bullish continuation pattern [6] Copper Market - Copper prices have returned to the moving average system, indicating that the adjustment in divergence may be complete, with an upward trend likely to continue [7]