Group 1 - The global central bank net gold purchases reached 20 tons in May, approaching but still below the 12-month average of 27 tons [12][13] - The geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are likely to enhance the strategic appeal of gold for central banks, as countries seek to bolster their reserves against geopolitical shocks [13] - A record 43% of central bank officials indicated they plan to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months, up from 81% last year [13] Group 2 - International oil prices declined across the board on July 4, with WTI crude oil down 0.75% to $66.5 per barrel, while Brent crude oil fell 0.42% to $68.51 per barrel [4][7] - OPEC's oil production increased by 270,000 barrels per day in June compared to May, raising concerns about oversupply in the market [7] - Barclays raised its 2025 Brent crude oil price forecast to $72 per barrel, indicating an improvement in demand outlook [7] Group 3 - International precious metal futures saw slight gains on July 4, with COMEX gold futures rising 0.11% to $3346.5 per ounce, marking a weekly increase of 1.79% [9][11] - COMEX silver futures also rose by 0.14% to $37.135 per ounce, with a weekly increase of 2.1% [11]
黄金大消息!全球央行又出手
中国基金报·2025-07-05 00:07