Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-02-05 02:44Group 1 - Gold stocks have declined again, with China Gold International (02099) down 6.21% to HKD 188.9, Zijin Mining (02899) down 5% to HKD 39.56, Zijin Gold International (02259) down 4.82% to HKD 205.2, and Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining (06693) down 4.77% to HKD 35.9 [1] - Recent volatility in the international gold market has been noted, with a report from Galaxy Securities indicating that expectations of liquidity premium due to perceived loss of Federal Reserve independence and a pullback from recent price surges may lead to a potential increase in gold prices [1] - Dongfang Securities mentioned that the recent nomination of Waller by Trump for the next Federal Reserve Chair has led to market expectations that Waller would support interest rate cuts, but would not adopt aggressive monetary easing policies like other potential nominees, alleviating concerns about Fed independence [1]