全球资产配置方法论黄金框架性报告之六：黄金大跌后的后市演绎

Group 1 - The report indicates that after a significant rise in gold and silver prices over the past two months, both have recently experienced a sharp decline, with volatility reaching new highs. It suggests that gold is no longer a high-cost-performance global asset, and the price is expected to enter a high-level wide fluctuation range [1][7]. - According to the latest Bank of America global fund manager survey, being long on gold has become the most crowded trade in the market, with gold ETF index fund options trading volume hitting a record high. The rapid decline in gold prices is attributed to the collapse of high leverage in gold ETFs [1][7]. - Historical analysis shows that new rounds of gold price increases typically start when volatility returns to levels seen before previous breakout phases. The report reviews several past gold price breakout events and emphasizes that a return to lower volatility is a prerequisite for the next price movement [1][14]. Group 2 - For allocation-type funds, the report identifies the $3,800-$3,900 per ounce range as a fundamental bottom area for gold prices. A quantitative model predicts that the mid-point for gold prices in the second half of 2025 will be around $3,886 per ounce, suggesting this range as a good reference for the year [2][23]. - For trading-type funds, it is recommended to wait for volatility to decrease to pre-breakout levels before re-entering the market. The report notes that trading in high-volatility environments yields lower profit and loss outcomes, indicating that gold will not be a high-cost-performance trading asset until volatility declines [2][23]. - The report highlights that the current pricing of gold is driven by both leveraged funds and physical supply-demand dynamics, primarily influenced by European and North American capital. The increase in speculative net long positions in COMEX gold and the rising holdings in SPDR gold ETFs have contributed to the recent price highs [2][26][29]. Group 3 - In the medium to long term, the report remains optimistic about gold continuing to reach new highs, with a quantitative model projecting a mid-point of $4,814 per ounce for 2026. Factors supporting this outlook include rising global fiscal deficits and a continued trend of central banks purchasing gold [3][32]. - The report discusses the impact of fiscal and monetary policies, noting that geopolitical fluctuations are expected to sustain global fiscal deficits, which will benefit gold. Additionally, the Federal Reserve is anticipated to maintain a loose monetary policy, further supporting gold prices [3][32]. - The report emphasizes that the trend of central banks purchasing gold will continue, particularly in the context of concerns over the risks associated with long-term U.S. debt. This trend is crucial for maintaining the strategic value of gold in asset allocation [3][32].