凌晨！全线大涨！美联储，突发警告！

Market Overview - The U.S. stock market has officially entered the "Santa Claus Rally" phase, with all three major indices closing higher for three consecutive days, driven by a surge in AI-related stocks, which has boosted market sentiment [2][4]. - The VIX, or the "fear index," has dropped to 14.08, marking the lowest level since December 13, 2024, indicating reduced market volatility [2]. Precious Metals Performance - Gold and silver prices have surged, with COMEX gold futures rising over 2% to reach $4480.6 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures increasing by 2.37% to $69.09 per ounce. Year-to-date, gold and silver have gained 69% and 137%, respectively, potentially marking the largest annual increases since 1979 [5][6]. - The recent price increases are attributed to expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts and heightened demand for safe-haven assets amid geopolitical risks [5]. Federal Reserve Insights - Analysts predict that the Federal Reserve will likely cut interest rates at least twice in 2026, influenced by recent economic data showing slowing job growth and lower-than-expected inflation [5][8]. - Trump is expected to appoint a new Federal Reserve chair in early January, with all known candidates advocating for lower interest rates [8]. - Stephen Miran, a Fed governor appointed by Trump, has warned that failure to continue rate cuts could lead to a recession, emphasizing the need for a shift towards more dovish policies [8][9]. Technology Sector Highlights - AI-related stocks have seen significant gains, with Nvidia, Tesla, and Oracle rising over 1%, and Micron Technology increasing by more than 4%. Investors are closely monitoring these tech stocks amid concerns over high valuations [4]. - The solar energy sector has also performed well, with Turbo Energy, Sunrun, and Canadian Solar experiencing substantial increases, reflecting strong market interest [4]. Investment Outlook - Goldman Sachs and other banks forecast that gold prices could continue to rise, with a baseline prediction of $4900 per ounce by 2026, driven by central bank purchases and geopolitical hedging [6].