Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2026-01-15 02:56Group 1 - The non-ferrous metal sector experienced a strong surge on the 15th, with cobalt, nickel, and gold concepts showing active performance, leading to significant stock price increases for companies like Zinc Industry Co., Sichuan Gold, and Luoping Zinc Electric [1] - On the 14th, spot silver prices rose over 7%, surpassing the $93 mark, reaching a historical high with an annual increase of over 28%. Spot gold also hit a record high of $4643 per ounce, while Shanghai tin futures saw a night session increase of over 10%, breaking the 440,000 yuan per ton barrier [1] Group 2 - According to Galaxy Securities, the escalation of global geopolitical conflicts may lead major powers to strengthen control and reserves of key strategic metal resources, prompting a reshaping of global metal supply chains and catalyzing demand and value reassessment for critical strategic metal resources [2] - The logic supporting the price increase of key strategic non-ferrous metals such as copper, tungsten, molybdenum, cobalt, and rare earth materials is expected to continue due to heightened geopolitical tensions [2] - Recent U.S. employment data showed a disappointing addition of 50,000 jobs in December, with previous months' data revised down by 76,000, indicating a significant decline in labor market momentum, which may raise market expectations for two interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2026 [2] - Increased geopolitical risks, including U.S. actions in Venezuela and Greenland, are likely to heighten market demand for safe-haven assets, benefiting gold prices [2]