Report Industry Investment Ratings - Iron ore: Oscillating with a bullish bias [2] - Coking coal and coke: Oscillating with a bullish bias [2] - Rebar: Oscillating [2] - Glass: Adjusting [2] - Soda ash: Adjusting [2] - CSI 50: Oscillating [2] - CSI 300: Oscillating [2] - CSI 500: Oscillating [3] - CSI 1000: Rebounding [3] - 2-year Treasury bond: Oscillating [3] - 5-year Treasury bond: Oscillating [3] - 10-year Treasury bond: Rebounding [3] - Gold: Bullish [3] - Silver: Bullish [3] - Logs: Range-bound [5] - Pulp: Consolidating at the bottom [5] - Offset paper: Bearish [5] - Edible oils: Wide-range oscillation [5] - Soybean meal: Oscillating with a bearish bias [5] - Soybean No. 2: Oscillating with a bearish bias [5] - Live pigs: Oscillating with a bullish bias [7] - Rubber: Oscillating [9] - PX: On the sidelines [9] - PTA: Oscillating [9] - MEG: On the sidelines [9] - PR: On the sidelines [9] - PF: On the sidelines [9] Core Views - The Fed's interest rate cut has been implemented as expected, and after the National Day, trading focus will gradually shift to the real economy [2][3] - The supply of overseas iron ore has declined slightly, but the total global iron ore shipments are still at a relatively high level in recent years, and the demand for iron ore has rebounded [2] - The coal mine shutdown news and the increasing expectation of "anti-involution" have jointly promoted the rebound of coking coal and coke futures [2] - The real estate investment continues to decline, and the total demand is difficult to show an anti-seasonal performance, forming a pattern of high in the first half and low in the second half [2] - The overall glass supply remains stable, and the demand has limited growth, with a loose fundamental pattern [2] - The pricing mechanism of gold is shifting from the traditional focus on real interest rates to central bank gold purchases, and the price is expected to remain bullish [3] - The supply of logs is tightening, and the cost support is weakening, with the price expected to range-bound [5] - The pulp price is expected to consolidate at the bottom, and the offset paper market is bearish [5] - The supply pressure of edible oils is increasing, and the price is expected to oscillate widely [5] - The supply of soybean meal is abundant, and the price is expected to oscillate with a bearish bias [5] - The average trading weight of live pigs is rising, and the price is expected to oscillate with a bullish bias in the short term [7] - The natural rubber price is expected to oscillate widely, and the PX and PTA prices will follow the cost fluctuations [9] Summary by Related Catalogs Black Industry - Iron ore: Global iron ore shipments decreased by 2.483 million tons to 33.248 million tons, but the 47-port iron ore arrivals increased by 3.581 million tons to 27.504 million tons. The daily average pig iron output rebounded slightly, driving up the demand for iron ore. The steel mills' profit ratio declined, but the motivation for active production cuts was still insufficient, with inventory replenishment expected before the festival. The iron ore 2601 contract broke through the previous high and showed an oscillating and bullish trend [2] - Coking coal and coke: The shutdown news of coal mines and the increasing expectation of "anti-involution" promoted the rebound of coking coal and coke futures. The supply of coking coal is likely to be weaker than last year in the second half of the year, and the demand for coking coal and coke has rebounded with the arrival of the peak season. An individual coking enterprise in Inner Mongolia initiated the first round of coke price increase. The price is expected to oscillate with a bullish bias [2] - Rebar: The Fed's interest rate cut and the coal mine shutdown news, along with the "anti-involution" expectation, promoted the rebound of coking coal and coke, which in turn drove up the rebar price. The output of finished steel decreased slightly, but the supply remained at a relatively high level. The total demand was difficult to show an anti-seasonal performance, and the rebar 2601 contract is expected to oscillate with a bullish bias in the short term, with attention paid to the inventory performance [2] - Glass: The glass supply remained stable, and the demand had limited growth. The downstream deep-processing factory orders increased slightly, but the demand increment was limited. The coal-to-gas conversion in Shahe may cause short-term fluctuations in the market. The key for the 01 contract lies in the cold repair path, and attention should be paid to the pre-festival inventory replenishment [2] Financial Industry - Stock index futures/options: The CSI 300, SSE 50, CSI 500, and CSI 1000 stock indexes showed different performances. The computer hardware and precious metals sectors had capital inflows, while the catering and tourism and soft drink sectors had capital outflows. The market rebounded, and it is recommended to control the risk preference and maintain the current long position of stock indexes [3] - Treasury bonds: The yield of the 10-year Treasury bond and FR007 increased by 1bp, and SHIBOR3M remained flat. The central bank conducted reverse repurchase operations, and the market interest rate fluctuated. The Treasury bond price showed a weakening trend, and it is recommended to hold a light long position [3] - Gold and silver: The pricing mechanism of gold is changing, and the price is affected by central bank gold purchases, currency, finance, and geopolitical factors. The interest rate policy of the Fed and geopolitical conflicts are the main influencing factors. The price of gold and silver is expected to remain bullish, with attention paid to Powell's speech and PCE data [3] Light Industry - Logs: The daily average port shipments of logs decreased, and the supply from New Zealand declined. The port inventory decreased, and the cost support weakened. The price is expected to range-bound [5] - Pulp: The spot market price of pulp was stable, and the cost support increased. However, the papermaking industry's profitability was low, and the paper mills' inventory pressure was high, with the price expected to consolidate at the bottom [5] - Offset paper: The spot market price of offset paper declined. The production was relatively stable, but it was in the downstream seasonal off-season, and the demand was poor. The industry was in a stage of overcapacity, and the price was expected to be bearish [5] Oil and Fat Industry - Edible oils: The production of Malaysian palm oil increased slightly in August, and the inventory increased by 4.18% to 2.2 million tons. The supply pressure of domestic soybean oil increased, and the price of edible oils is expected to oscillate widely, with attention paid to the weather in the US soybean-producing areas and the production and sales of Malaysian palm oil [5] - Soybean meal: The US soybean yield increased, but the export demand was weak, and the domestic supply was abundant. The price of soybean meal is expected to oscillate with a bearish bias, with attention paid to the US soybean weather and soybean arrivals [5] Agricultural Products Industry - Live pigs: The average trading weight of live pigs increased, and the supply was relatively abundant. The terminal consumption market was sluggish, and the slaughtering enterprise's开工 rate declined. The price is expected to oscillate with a bullish bias in the short term, with the support of the pre-festival inventory replenishment demand [7] Soft Commodities Industry - Natural rubber: The supply pressure in Yunnan decreased, and the production in Hainan was lower than expected. The demand for tires increased, and the inventory decreased. The price is expected to oscillate widely [9] - PX and PTA: The PX supply was in surplus, and the price followed the oil price fluctuations. The PTA supply and demand both increased, but the overall supply-demand margin weakened, and the price followed the cost fluctuations [9]

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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the ongoing surge in gold prices, with December futures on the New York Commodity Exchange rising by $69.30, or 1.9%, to close at $3,775.10 per ounce, marking the highest closing price on record for the most active contract [1] - Year-to-date, gold has seen a cumulative increase of 43%, surpassing the inflation-adjusted historical high from 1980, leading to intense discussions about whether the price increase is excessive [1] - Factors contributing to the rise in gold prices include inflation, currency devaluation, debt, geopolitical conflicts, and socio-economic anxieties, positioning gold as a "perfect investment for the perfect timing" and a hedge against uncertainty [1] Group 2 - According to Brett Friedman, the current gold market resembles a "positive and sustained bull market" rather than a true bubble, as implied volatility in the options market remains within normal ranges, indicating that investor sentiment has not reached a state of frenzy [2] - Friedman cautions that while financial bubbles are rare and typically only confirmed in hindsight, there are early warning signs in the gold market, such as increased exposure in social and mainstream media and a surge in gold ETF trading activity [3] Group 3 - Adrian Ash from BullionVault suggests that the current rise in gold prices is a result of a "perfect storm," driven by factors such as Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, political division in the U.S., escalating violence, and heightened tensions between NATO and Russia, all of which have increased demand for gold and silver as safe-haven assets [3] - The collapse of global trust and cooperation is ongoing, with significant inflows into gold ETFs indicating that investor allocation to precious metals is just beginning, as evidenced by the SPDR Gold Shares (GLD.US) recording net inflows for five consecutive weeks [3] Group 4 - Jake Hanley from Teucrium Management notes that the recent rise in gold prices is not driven by new news but is a continuation of strong technical trends since early September, characterized by a breakout pattern that suggests sustained bullish momentum [5]

周一，国际金价强势冲高！ 降息预期助推金价走高 上周，美联储宣布降息25个基点，将联邦基金利率目标区间下调至4.00%至4.25%，这是美联储自2024年12月以来首次降息。 加上此前公布的多项关键数据已显露出美国经济降温的信号，如劳动力市场数据不佳，8月非农就业人数仅增加2.2万人，远低于市场预期的7.5万人，失业率 也升至4.3%，为2021年末以来最高。 这使得市场对后续降息的预期显著升温。据CME"美联储观察"显示，美联储10月降息25个基点概率达89.8%；12月累计降息50个基点概率高达75.4%。 | | | | | | | CME FEDWATCH TOOL - CONDITIONAL MEETING PROBABILITIES | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MEETING DATE 175-200 200-225 | | | 225-250 | 250-275 | 275-300 300-325 | | | 325-350 350-375 375- ...

Core Viewpoint - Gold prices have surged to a new historical high, driven by expectations of further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and increased demand from central banks and investors [1][4][8]. Group 1: Gold Price Movement - As of September 22, spot gold reached $3720 per ounce, marking a daily increase of over 1% and a cumulative rise of over 12% since August 20 [1][4]. - Year-to-date, gold prices have increased by more than 42%, with COMEX gold futures also reflecting similar gains [6][10]. Group 2: Market Reactions - Gold-related stocks in the U.S. and A-share markets saw significant gains, with companies like Barrick Gold and Newmont Mining rising over 2.5%, and in A-shares, Shengda Resources hitting the daily limit [4][6]. - Analysts suggest that the trend of monetary policy easing by the Federal Reserve is likely to continue, which may further elevate gold prices [11][12]. Group 3: Future Projections - Major investment banks, including JPMorgan and UBS, have raised their gold price forecasts, predicting spot gold could reach $3800 per ounce by Q4 2025 and potentially exceed $4000 per ounce in 2026 [8][9]. - The potential for gold prices to reach $5000 per ounce exists if there is a significant shift in investor behavior, particularly if individual investors diversify into gold as central banks do [9][10]. Group 4: Economic Indicators and Influences - The Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points aligns with market expectations and is seen as a catalyst for gold's price increase [10][11]. - Ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over U.S. trade policies are contributing to heightened demand for gold as a safe-haven asset [10][12].

Group 1: Gold Price Surge - Gold prices have reached a new historical high of $3720 per ounce, with a daily increase of over 1% and a cumulative rise of over 12% since August 20 [1][6] - Year-to-date, gold prices have increased by more than 42% [1][6] Group 2: Market Reaction - U.S. gold stocks collectively surged over 5% in early trading, with notable increases in companies such as Barrick Mining and Newmont [4] - In the A-share market, gold-related stocks also saw significant gains, with Shengda Resources hitting the daily limit and Zhongjin Gold rising over 9% [5] Group 3: Future Predictions - Morgan Stanley has raised its gold price forecast, expecting spot gold to reach $3800 per ounce by Q4 2025 and potentially exceed $4000 in Q1 2026 [7] - UBS has also increased its target price for gold, projecting it to reach $3800 by the end of 2025, up from a previous estimate of $3500 [7] - Goldman Sachs maintains a target of $3700 for gold by the end of 2025 and $4000 by mid-2026, highlighting the potential for prices to exceed $4500 under certain conditions [8] Group 4: Economic Factors - The Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points has established a trend of gradually easing monetary policy, which is expected to support higher gold prices [6][9] - Analysts suggest that ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over U.S. economic policies are driving increased demand for gold as a safe-haven asset [8][10] Group 5: Institutional Demand - Central banks are continuing to purchase gold, with the demand being less sensitive to price fluctuations, which supports a bullish outlook for gold prices [10] - The trend of de-dollarization and geopolitical risks are prompting institutional investors to diversify their portfolios with gold, providing a solid support base for prices [10]

Core Viewpoint - Gold prices have surged significantly, reaching historical highs, driven by expectations of further monetary easing from the Federal Reserve and increased demand from central banks and investors [1][5][8]. Group 1: Gold Price Movement - On September 22, gold prices rose sharply, with spot gold reaching $3720 per ounce, marking a daily increase of over 1% and a cumulative increase of over 12% since August 20 [1]. - Year-to-date, gold prices have increased by more than 42%, with both spot gold and COMEX gold futures showing similar gains [3]. - Following the recent price surge, gold-related stocks in both U.S. and A-share markets experienced significant gains, with several companies seeing increases of over 3% to 9% [1]. Group 2: Federal Reserve's Monetary Policy - The Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point rate cut, indicating a trend towards more accommodative monetary policy, which is expected to support higher gold prices [5][7]. - Market expectations suggest that there may be additional rate cuts in the near future, with probabilities of further cuts in October and December being 91.9% and 78.6%, respectively [7]. Group 3: Institutional Predictions - Major financial institutions, including JPMorgan and UBS, have raised their gold price forecasts, predicting that gold could reach $3800 per ounce by the end of 2025 and potentially exceed $4000 per ounce in early 2026 [6][8]. - JPMorgan's analysis indicates that gold prices typically rise during and after Fed rate cut cycles, with historical data showing double-digit returns within nine months of rate cuts [5][6]. Group 4: Market Drivers - The ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over the U.S. economic policies are contributing to increased demand for gold as a safe-haven asset [7][9]. - The trend of central banks increasing their gold reserves is also a significant factor supporting gold prices, as they remain less sensitive to price fluctuations [8][9].

Market Overview - US stock market may retreat from historical highs as traders reduce risk exposure amid a relatively quiet event calendar [1] - S&P 500 index futures fell by 0.2% after reaching a new high due to expectations of interest rate cuts [1] - European stock markets remained mostly flat, while Asian markets rebounded as concerns over the Bank of Japan's ETF reduction eased [1] Economic Indicators - Key data point this week will be the core inflation indicator preferred by policymakers, set to be released on Friday [1] - The upcoming non-farm payroll report and the start of the earnings season next month are expected to be significant catalysts [1] Gold and Silver Market - Gold prices surpassed $3,700 per ounce, with ETF inflows reaching a three-year high [1] - Silver prices also rose to their highest level since 2011 [1] - Gold has accumulated over a 40% increase in price since 2025, driven by low interest rates and geopolitical risks [1] Corporate News - BBVA SA raised its acquisition offer for Banco Sabadell by approximately 10% to persuade investors [1] - Pfizer is nearing a deal to acquire obesity treatment startup Metsera Inc. for about $7.3 billion [1] - Samsung Electronics' stock rose over 5% after receiving approval from Nvidia for advanced storage chip usage [1] - Apple’s latest iPhone launch led to a consumer buying frenzy, boosting the stock prices of its suppliers in Asia [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - **Precious Metals**: The Fed cut interest rates by 25 basis points in September and sent a dovish signal. Economic recession risks have boosted safe - haven demand, and long - term factors such as central bank gold purchases and de - dollarization support gold prices [3]. - **Copper**: In the next week, copper may continue to fluctuate strongly around 80,000 yuan per ton. Supply is tight in the short term, and demand remains stable [18]. - **Aluminum**: After the September interest rate cut, the macro - drive has paused. The Shanghai aluminum market may focus on fundamentals, and the price may fluctuate strongly. Alumina may be weak in the short term due to supply surplus, and cast aluminum alloy may fluctuate strongly [37][38]. - **Zinc**: The supply is in an excess state, and the market's expectation for the "Golden September and Silver October" is average. Zinc prices may fluctuate in the short term [68]. - **Nickel Industry Chain**: Nickel ore prices are affected by nickel price movements and supply concerns. The new energy sector provides some support, nickel iron prices are firm, and stainless steel has limited downside space [83]. - **Tin**: The decline in tin prices last week was due to Powell's hawkish speech. The short - term supply is tight, and prices may fluctuate around 274,000 yuan per ton [98]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: Before the National Day holiday, lithium carbonate futures prices are expected to fluctuate. Downstream demand may support prices in the future [109]. - **Silicon Industry Chain**: Industrial silicon prices may rise slightly with the arrival of the dry season, but the increase is limited by inventory. The trading of polysilicon futures is complex, and the risk is relatively high [118]. 3. Summaries by Related Catalogs Precious Metals - **Price Influencing Factors**: Fed's interest rate cut, economic data, central bank gold purchases, and de - dollarization affect gold prices [3]. - **Price Charts**: Include SHFE and COMEX gold and silver prices, gold - silver ratio, gold and US Treasury real interest rates, and gold and US dollar index [4][8][15]. Copper - **Price Outlook**: May fluctuate strongly around 80,000 yuan per ton in the next week [18]. - **Supply - Demand Situation**: Supply is tight as the Indonesian Grasberg copper mine needs 1 - 2 weeks to resume production, and demand remains stable [18]. - **Market Data**: Provide copper futures and spot prices, import and export data, and inventory data [19][24][34]. Aluminum - **Aluminum Price Analysis**: Interest rate cut expectations and fundamentals affect prices. After the interest rate cut, the focus is on inventory, and prices may fluctuate strongly [37]. - **Alumina Situation**: Supply surplus leads to a weak price outlook in the short term [38]. - **Cast Aluminum Alloy**: Rises due to tight scrap aluminum supply and may fluctuate strongly [38]. - **Market Data**: Include aluminum and alumina futures and spot prices, spreads, and inventory data [39][54][64]. Zinc - **Supply - Demand Analysis**: Supply is in excess, and the market's expectation for the peak season is average. LME inventory is decreasing, showing an external - strong and internal - weak pattern [68]. - **Market Data**: Provide zinc futures and spot prices, spreads, and inventory data [69][74][79]. Nickel Industry Chain - **Nickel Ore**: The benchmark price has increased, and supply concerns exist due to government intervention in Indonesia [83]. - **New Energy**: Supports nickel - related product prices [83]. - **Nickel Iron**: Prices are firm, but high - price transactions have declined [83]. - **Stainless Steel**: Has limited downside space due to cost support and de - stocking [83]. - **Market Data**: Include nickel and stainless steel futures prices, trading volume, and inventory data [84]. Tin - **Price Analysis**: The decline last week was due to Powell's hawkish speech. Supply is tight in the short term, and prices may fluctuate around 274,000 yuan per ton [98]. - **Market Data**: Provide tin futures and spot prices, inventory data, and related indexes [99][103][105]. Lithium Carbonate - **Price Outlook**: May fluctuate before the National Day holiday, and downstream demand may support prices [109]. - **Market Data**: Include lithium carbonate futures and spot prices, inventory data [110][112][116]. Silicon Industry Chain - **Industrial Silicon**: Prices may rise slightly with the dry season but are limited by inventory [118]. - **Polysilicon**: The trading focus is on the establishment of the September procurement platform and the November warehouse receipt cancellation. The risk is relatively high [118]. - **Market Data**: Provide industrial silicon and polysilicon spot and futures prices, production, and inventory data [119][120][141].

Group 1 - Wall Street analysts have returned to a neutral outlook on gold prices following the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut, with 40% expecting prices to rise in the coming week, 20% predicting a decline, and 40% anticipating a sideways movement [1] - Retail investors have cooled their enthusiasm, with 58% optimistic about price increases, 24% forecasting declines, and 18% expecting consolidation, indicating a retreat from previous bullish sentiment [1] - The Shanghai gold price surged to a historic high, increasing by 2.01% to close at 846.5 yuan per gram [1] Group 2 - According to GF Futures, the market's interpretation of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision is neutral, with the dollar index rebounding after a decline [3] - Technical indicators suggest that the precious metals market has entered an overbought condition, leading to a potential pullback as funds may exit due to the "buy the rumor, sell the news" logic [3] - The outlook for the future indicates that with increasing risks in the U.S. labor market, the dual characteristics of "strengthened expectations - compromised independence" in the Federal Reserve's policy path will continue to suppress the dollar index and U.S. Treasury yields, while geopolitical tensions in Europe and the U.S. will increase institutional demand for precious metals as a safe haven [3]