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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report indicates a strong upward trend in precious metal prices, particularly gold and silver, over the past two weeks [1][2] - London spot gold increased by 5.93% to $4611.05 per ounce, while the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) gold rose by 5.60% to ¥1032.32 per gram, with SHFE gold holdings up by 10.39% to 347,100 contracts [1][2] - London spot silver surged by 22.35% to $90.80 per ounce, and SHFE silver climbed by 31.68% to ¥22,483 per kilogram, with SHFE silver holdings increasing by 12.21% to 719,100 contracts [1][2] Group 2 - The recent rise in gold and silver prices is attributed to several factors, including weaker-than-expected U.S. non-farm payroll growth and a stable unemployment rate [3] - The CME's adjustment of margin requirements for precious metal contracts, shifting from fixed amounts to a percentage of contract value, may lead to increased market volatility and liquidity tightening [3] - Geopolitical tensions, such as U.S. military actions in Venezuela, are expected to provide strong momentum for gold prices in the medium term [4] Group 3 - Long-term trends suggest that the combination of "rate cut trades" and "Trump 2.0" will continue to support gold prices, with central bank purchases providing a strong bottom support [5] - The People's Bank of China has increased its gold reserves for 14 consecutive months, reaching 74.15 million ounces by the end of December 2025, indicating a bullish trend for gold [5] - The report maintains a "positive" rating for the precious metals sector and recommends a focus on specific stocks, including Zijin Mining International, Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining, and others [6]