Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-02-19 03:17Price Movements in Domestic and International Gold Markets - The price of gold jewelry from major domestic brands has dropped below the psychological threshold of 1500 yuan per gram, with prices reported at 1499 yuan from Chow Tai Fook and 1510 yuan from Lao Feng Xiang, reflecting a decrease of 61 yuan per gram in just one day [1][7] - In contrast, international gold prices have surged, with spot gold rising from 4878.89 USD to 5042.20 USD, marking a daily increase of 2.39% [3][8] - The domestic gold market is experiencing a lag in price adjustments compared to international markets, influenced by fixed costs such as brand premiums and processing fees [11] Geopolitical Influences on Gold Prices - The recent progress in US-Iran negotiations has reduced the likelihood of military conflict, leading to a withdrawal of some safe-haven funds from the gold market [13] - Despite the positive developments, uncertainties remain as Iran refuses to discuss its ballistic missile program, complicating the potential for a formal agreement [9][13] Federal Reserve's Monetary Policy Outlook - Federal Reserve officials have expressed differing views on interest rate adjustments, with some indicating a potential for 75 basis points of rate cuts, while others advocate for maintaining stable rates for a period [5][9][13] - The latest survey from Bank of America shows that 50% of fund managers consider "going long on gold" as the most crowded trade, indicating a strong interest in gold as an investment [5][6] Market Sentiment and Investment Trends - The allocation towards commodities has reached its highest level since May 2022, with a net 28% overweight in commodities among surveyed fund managers [6][11] - The cash levels among investors have slightly increased from a record low, indicating a cautious approach amidst market volatility [11]