金银价格下行压力加剧

Core Viewpoint - The precious metals market is experiencing increased downward pressure, with gold and silver prices declining significantly amid reduced trading activity due to traditional holiday closures in major markets and changing expectations regarding Federal Reserve interest rate policies [1][4]. Group 1: Gold Market - As of the latest report, spot gold prices fell to $4,941.04 per ounce, down 1.00% for the day, while COMEX gold futures dropped to $4,958.3 per ounce, a decrease of 1.74% [1][4]. - The price of gold faced resistance at the psychological level of $5,000 per ounce, exacerbated by profit-taking from some investors [4][6]. - Following a rapid increase in prices earlier in the year, gold has seen significant volatility, with predictions suggesting it may fluctuate between $4,800 and $5,200 per ounce in the short term [6][7]. Group 2: Silver Market - Spot silver prices reported at $75.06 per ounce, reflecting a daily decline of 2.04%, while COMEX silver futures fell to $74.93 per ounce, down 3.89% [1][4]. - The silver market is also impacted by expectations of a reduction in the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, leading to a historical level of price correction, although physical inventory remains low and ETF holdings have not decreased [7]. - Short-term price predictions for silver suggest a range between $65 and $100 per ounce, despite the recent price drop [7]. Group 3: Jewelry Prices - Despite the decline in gold prices, several jewelry brands reported that the price of 24K gold jewelry remains above 1,500 yuan per gram, indicating sustained high retail prices [6]. - Specific prices for gold jewelry from various brands include: - Lao Miao Gold: 1,515 yuan/gram - Chow Sang Sang: 1,520 yuan/gram - Liufeng Jewelry: 1,527 yuan/gram - Chow Tai Fook: 1,529 yuan/gram - China Gold: 1,536 yuan/gram [6].