Hua Xia Shi Bao·2026-01-28 03:51Group 1: Gold Price Surge - Spot gold prices have reached a new high, surpassing $5200 per ounce for the first time [1] - The surge in international gold prices has quickly transmitted to the domestic market, with major gold jewelry brands in China raising their prices significantly, with some brands quoting prices as high as ¥1614 per gram [2][3] Group 2: Market Predictions - Market sentiment remains optimistic about further increases in gold prices, with BMO Capital Markets predicting that gold futures could exceed $6000 per ounce by Q4 of this year [5] - Other major banks, including Bank of America and Société Générale, have also raised their gold price targets to $6000 per ounce, reflecting a broader trend among international investment banks to increase their gold price forecasts [5] Group 3: Gold Recovery from Electronics - A viral video demonstrating gold extraction from old SIM cards has sparked interest, claiming to extract over 190 grams of gold, valued at over ¥200,000 [6] - However, experts have clarified that the actual amount of gold recoverable from a single SIM card is significantly lower, with estimates suggesting only 0.02 milligrams per card, contradicting claims made in the video [8][9] - The process of extracting gold from electronic waste is complex and requires professional knowledge and legal compliance, as it involves hazardous materials [9][11]