Group 1 - Gold stocks continue their recent upward trend, with notable increases: Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining (06693) up 7.19% to HKD 42.66, China Silver Group (00815) up 7.35% to HKD 0.73, Lingbao Gold (03330) up 6.09% to HKD 25.78, Zijin Mining (02899) up 5.74% to HKD 42.74, and Shandong Gold (01787) up 5.2% to HKD 48.54 [1] - Spot gold has surpassed USD 5000 per ounce for the first time, driven by rising risk aversion amid geopolitical tensions [1] - The Shanghai Futures Exchange's main silver contract hit the daily limit, trading at CNY 28226 per kilogram, with a current increase of 17.0% [1] Group 2 - Guolian Minsheng Securities indicates that the escalation of global geopolitical tensions is enhancing safe-haven demand for precious metals, leading to continued price increases [1] - The long-term outlook remains positive for gold prices due to central bank purchases and weakening US dollar credit [1] - Silver, possessing both industrial and financial attributes, is expected to see a boost in demand from the photovoltaic sector, contributing to a potential rally in silver prices [1]