美联储：暂停降息！黄金、白银大涨，再刷新历史纪录

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve decided to maintain the federal funds rate unchanged, leading to record highs in spot gold and silver prices [1][5][6]. Group 1: Federal Reserve Decision - On January 28, the Federal Reserve announced it would keep the federal funds rate in the range of 3.50% to 3.75%, while upgrading its assessment of economic growth [5][6]. - The market anticipates that the Federal Reserve will maintain the current interest rates until the end of Powell's term [2][5]. - Powell indicated that current data does not suggest a significantly restrictive policy and mentioned that no rate hikes are expected in the next meeting [6][7]. Group 2: Market Reactions - Following the Federal Reserve's decision, U.S. Treasury yields rose, reflecting a robust expansion in economic activity and signs of stabilization in the unemployment rate [6]. - The Dow Jones increased by 12.19 points (0.02%) to 49,015.60, while the Nasdaq rose by 40.35 points (0.17%) to 23,857.45, and the S&P 500 slightly decreased by 0.57 points (-0.01%) to 6,978.03 [2][3]. Group 3: Gold and Silver Prices - On January 28, spot gold surged over 4.5%, reaching a new high of 5,413.805 USD/oz [3][8]. - By January 29, during the Asian trading session, both spot gold and COMEX gold prices surpassed 5,500 USD/oz [9][10]. - Spot silver also saw significant gains, breaking through 118 USD/oz, marking a new historical record [10].