21世纪经济报道·2025-09-29 07:38Market Overview - On September 29, A-shares experienced a significant rally, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.90%, the Shenzhen Component Index increasing by 2.05%, and the ChiNext Index climbing by 2.74% [1][2] - The total trading volume reached 2.18 trillion yuan, with over 3,500 stocks gaining [1][2] Sector Performance - The financial sector, particularly brokerage firms, saw substantial gains, with stocks like GF Securities, Huatai Securities, and Guosheng Financial hitting the daily limit [5][6] - The gold and precious metals sector also surged, with international gold prices reaching new highs, surpassing $3,815 per ounce, marking a year-to-date increase of approximately 45% [10][11] Foreign Investment Trends - Foreign investors have shown a bullish stance, with significant inflows into products tracking Chinese stocks and bonds, amounting to $1 billion by the end of August [8] - A recent survey indicated that over 90% of clients expressed a willingness to increase exposure to Chinese markets, the highest interest level since early 2021 [8] Brokerage Sector Developments - The brokerage industry is undergoing accelerated consolidation, with several mergers and acquisitions in progress, which may enhance the concentration of leading firms [8] - Analysts predict that the third-quarter performance of brokerages will show significant year-on-year growth due to increased trading activity and margin financing [9] Gold Market Insights - The rise in gold prices is attributed to lower opportunity costs for holding gold due to interest rate cuts and a weaker dollar, alongside heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East [10]