Group 1 - The A-share market has reached a ten-year high, while gold prices are experiencing a downward trend, with gold nearing $3,300 per ounce, marking a two-week low [1] - Multiple factors contributing to the decline in gold prices include easing geopolitical tensions, a strengthening dollar, and uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve's interest rate policies [1] - Market expectations indicate an 80% chance of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, which has cooled expectations for further rate cuts and negatively impacted gold prices [1] Group 2 - UBS has raised its gold price target for March 2024 by $100 to $3,600 per ounce, with further increases expected to $3,700 per ounce by mid-2024 [2] - Goldman Sachs has reiterated its forecast for gold prices, predicting they will reach $3,700 per ounce by the end of 2025 and $4,000 per ounce by mid-2026, driven by central bank purchases and strong investment demand [2] - Analysts suggest that while short-term pressures may exist, a drop below $3,300 per ounce could present a good buying opportunity, with a positive long-term outlook for gold prices [2]

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve's July 29-30 meeting minutes reveal increasing internal divisions regarding monetary policy, particularly concerning tariff impacts, inflation risks, and employment market conditions [1][2] - The decision to maintain interest rates in the 4.25% to 4.5% range was made with a vote of 9 to 2, marking the first time since 1993 that two Fed governors disagreed with the majority [1] - Officials expressed differing views on the impact of tariffs on inflation, with some advocating for more time to assess trade policy effects, while others argued that waiting for clearer signals is impractical [1] Group 2 - In the employment market, some officials noted low unemployment rates and near "maximum employment," while others pointed to slowing wage growth and reduced job creation, indicating a potential cooling in labor demand [2] - The minutes highlighted concerns about economic activity growth remaining subdued in the second half of the year, with actual income growth slowing potentially suppressing household consumption [2] - The upcoming employment report, which revised down non-farm payrolls by 258,000 for May and June, may exacerbate the Fed's internal concerns about economic slowdown [2] Group 3 - External political pressures complicate the Fed's internal divisions, with President Trump repeatedly calling for significant rate cuts and criticizing Fed Chair Powell's leadership [3] - Both Waller and Bowman, appointed by Trump, are viewed as potential successors, with Waller advocating for gradual rate cuts of up to 150 basis points [3] - Powell acknowledged the strong and logical viewpoints of Bowman and Waller, emphasizing that the meeting discussions were thorough [3]

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Market Overview - US stock indices experienced a decline, with the Dow Jones down 0.23% and the S&P 500 down 0.84%, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.51% [1] - The Nasdaq China Golden Dragon Index also saw a decrease of 0.37% [1] Technology Sector Performance - Major US tech stocks faced significant losses, with the Wande American Technology Seven Giants Index dropping 2% [2] - Nvidia's stock fell by 3.5%, resulting in a market cap loss of over $155 billion, continuing its downward trend with a further decline of 3.54% [2][3] Cryptocurrency Market - Cryptocurrency stocks generally declined, with Circle down 4.2% and Coinbase down 3.2% [2] Commodity Prices - Spot gold increased by 0.8% to $3342 per ounce, while the 10-year US Treasury yield fell by over 1 basis point to around 4.3% [2] - Crude oil prices rose, with WTI up 1.15% to $62.45 per barrel and Brent crude up 1% to $66.5 per barrel [2][5] Economic Indicators - The US Consumer Price Index (CPI) for July showed a year-on-year increase of 2.7%, with the core CPI rising to 3.1%, above the Federal Reserve's 2% target [9] - Market sentiment remains mixed regarding the future of US stocks, with some analysts expressing optimism while others warn of potential downturns [9][10] Investment Sentiment - A recent survey indicated that 45% of fund managers consider "going long on the seven tech giants" as the most crowded trade [10] - Despite a strong earnings season, concerns about economic cooling and inflation pressures persist, leading to a cautious outlook from some analysts [11]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core View of the Report The PTA price is expected to fluctuate weakly due to weak cost and cautious demand expectations. The supply of PX and PTA may increase due to high - device operation rates and new production capacities, while the demand lacks strong support, and inventory may accumulate, putting downward pressure on prices. However, seasonal changes in demand and device changes need to be monitored [1][38]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Daily Market Summary 3.1.1 PTA & PX - On August 19, the PX主力contract closed at 6,774.0 yuan/ton, up 0.21% from the previous trading day, with a basis of - 165.0 yuan/ton. The PTA主力contract closed at 4,734.0 yuan/ton, down 0.25% from the previous trading day, with a basis of - 64.0 yuan/ton [2]. - The cost - end: On August 19, the Brent crude oil主力contract closed at 66.46 US dollars/barrel, and WTI at 62.58 US dollars/barrel. The demand - end: On August 19, the total transaction volume of the Light Textile City was 487.0 million meters, and the 15 - day average transaction was 485.47 million meters [2]. - Supply side: The operation rates of PX and PTA devices remain high, and with the gradual implementation of new production capacities, the pressure of increased industry supply may continue to be released. The cost - end drive of PX is weak under the background of low - level fluctuations in crude oil prices, and the processing fees of PTA are suppressed by over - capacity, and the willingness of factories to increase production may further exacerbate the supply - loosening situation [2]. - Demand side: The transactions in the Light Textile City maintain a weak and stable pattern. Although the downstream polyester operation rate has not weakened significantly, the fabric orders lack substantial improvement. The traditional textile peak season is approaching, but the demand has not shown a continuous improvement, and the terminal negative feedback pressure continues to be transmitted upstream, making it difficult for the PTA demand side to form effective support [2]. - Inventory side: The PTA factory inventory is restricted by the weak basis structure, and the social inventory continues to accumulate. Currently, there are not many active production - reduction actions by factories, and there is still pressure on the price ceiling [3]. 3.1.2 Polyester - On August 19, the short - fiber主力contract closed at 6,432.0 yuan/ton, down 0.46% from the previous trading day. The spot price in the East China market was 6,500.0 yuan/ton, up 20.0 yuan/ton from the previous trading day, with a basis of 68.0 yuan/ton [4]. - Supply side: The PX price has recently shown high - level fluctuations (ranging from 6,614 to 6,832 yuan/ton from August 11 - 19), but the PTA price has risen steadily (up 1.4% to 4,746 yuan/ton during the same period), indicating that the cost - end support is weakening but the downstream acceptance is good [4]. - Demand side: The 15 - day moving average transaction volume of the Light Textile City has continuously rebounded from 479 million meters to 485 million meters, reflecting the gradual recovery of terminal textile demand [4]. - Inventory side: There is a structural differentiation in inventory. The inventory days of polyester staple fiber (7.25 days) are significantly higher than the five - year average (4.96 days), while the inventory of polyester filament POY (16.1 days) is lower than the average (20.4 days), and the inventory of FDY/DTY is basically the same as the historical average. The high - inventory pressure of short - fiber may restrict the overall increase, and continue to pay attention to polyester production - reduction information [4]. 3.2 Industrial Chain Price Monitoring - PX futures: The主力contract price on August 19 was 6,774 yuan/ton, up 0.21% from the previous day; the成交volume increased by 68.14%, and the持仓volume increased by 6.83%. PX spot: The CFR price at the main Chinese port remained unchanged at 833.33 US dollars/ton, and the FOB price in South Korea increased by 0.25% [5]. - PTA futures: The主力contract price on August 19 was 4,734 yuan/ton, down 0.25% from the previous day; the成交volume decreased by 16.25%, and the持仓volume decreased by 2.41%. PTA spot: The CFR price at the main Chinese port remained unchanged at 623 US dollars/ton [5]. - Short - fiber futures: The主力contract price on August 19 was 6,432 yuan/ton, down 0.46% from the previous day; the成交volume increased by 7.48%, and the持仓volume decreased by 0.53%. Short - fiber spot: The mainstream price in the East China market increased by 0.08% [5]. - Other prices: The prices of Brent crude oil, US crude oil, CFR Japanese naphtha, ethylene glycol, polyester chips, polyester bottle flakes, polyester POY, polyester DTY, and polyester FDY remained unchanged or changed slightly on August 19 compared with the previous day [5]. - Processing spreads: The processing spreads of naphtha decreased by 1.09%, and the processing spreads of PTA decreased by 1.57%, while the processing spreads of other products remained unchanged [6]. - Light Textile City transaction volume: On August 19, the total transaction volume was 487 million meters, a decrease of 4.32% compared with the previous day, with the long - fiber fabric volume decreasing by 2.72% and the short - fiber fabric volume decreasing by 9.71% [6]. - Industrial chain load rates: The load rates of PTA factories, polyester factories, and Jiangsu - Zhejiang looms remained unchanged on August 19 [6]. - Inventory days: From August 7 to August 14, the inventory days of polyester staple fiber, POY, FDY, and DTY all decreased [6]. 3.3 Industry Dynamics and Interpretation 3.3.1 Macroeconomic Dynamics - On August 19, due to the UK inflation data being higher than expected, traders reduced their bets on the Bank of England's interest - rate cuts, believing that there would be no further cuts this year [7]. - On August 18, Fed's Daly said to wait for more data, and the number of interest - rate cuts may be less or more. It is still a good prediction to cut interest rates twice this year; Goolsbee said that the latest PPI and CPI inflation data were disturbing. If signs show that inflation is not in a spiral in September or later in the fall, interest rates can be cut. The market reduced its bets on interest - rate cuts but still expected a cut in September and another cut in 2025 [7]. - On August 18, Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan said that the plan for Hong Kong to develop an international gold trading center would be announced within the year [7]. 3.3.2 Supply - Demand (Demand) - On August 19, the total transaction volume of the Light Textile City was 487.0 million meters, a month - on - month decrease of 4.32%, with the long - fiber fabric transaction volume at 393.0 million meters and the short - fiber fabric transaction volume at 93.0 million meters [8]. 3.4 Industrial Chain Data Charts The report provides multiple data charts, including PX and PTA主力futures and basis, PX and PTA spot prices, PX capacity utilization, PTA futures monthly spreads, PTA processing profits, industrial chain load rates, polyester short - fiber and long - fiber sales situations, Light Textile City transaction volume moving average, and polyester product inventory days [9][11][13].

1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No investment ratings for the industries are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The A - share market is in high - level oscillation with sector rotation. Futures of various commodities show different trends based on their respective fundamentals, including supply, demand, and macro - economic factors [2][4]. - The bond market is affected by factors such as reverse repurchase operations and stock market trends. It is expected to have limited adjustment and requires certain factors to stabilize [6]. - Precious metals are under pressure due to the strengthening of the US dollar and are waiting for the Fed Chairman's statement at the central bank meeting [7]. - The shipping index shows different trends in different routes, and the container shipping futures are expected to be weakly volatile [11]. - The prices of non - ferrous metals are affected by factors such as macro - economic environment, supply - demand relationship, and inventory. Most of them are expected to be in a range - bound state [13]. - The prices of black metals are influenced by cost, supply, demand, and inventory. Short - term trends vary, and some suggest short - term short - selling operations [41]. - Agricultural products have different outlooks. Meal products have long - term bullish expectations, while the trends of pigs, corn, etc. are affected by supply, demand, and seasonal factors [56]. 3. Summary by Catalog Financial Derivatives Financial Futures - **Stock Index Futures**: The A - share market had a high - level oscillation on Tuesday. The main stock indexes rose in the morning and fell back in the late trading. The four major stock index futures contracts also declined. The market is affected by domestic and overseas news and capital flows. It is expected to enter a high - level oscillation and wait for the decision of the policy direction. It is recommended to buy put options to protect long positions or partially take profits [2][3][4]. - **Treasury Bond Futures**: Treasury bond futures closed up across the board. The yields of most major interest - rate bonds in the inter - bank market declined. The market is affected by reverse repurchase operations and stock market trends. It is expected to be limited in adjustment. It is recommended to wait and see in the short term [5][6]. Precious Metals - Gold and silver prices declined due to the strengthening of the US dollar. The market is waiting for the Fed Chairman's statement at the Jackson Hole Global Central Bank Annual Meeting. Gold is recommended to build a bull spread strategy through call options at low prices after the price correction, and silver is recommended to maintain a low - buying idea [7][9][10]. Container Shipping Futures on European Routes - The spot prices of container shipping are in a downward phase, and the futures are expected to be weakly volatile. It is recommended to hold short positions in the 10 - contract [11][12]. Commodity Futures Non - Ferrous Metals - **Copper**: The copper market has weak driving forces and shows narrow - range oscillation. The price is affected by the "stagflation - like" environment and inflation expectations. It is expected to be range - bound in the short term, with the main contract referring to 78000 - 79500 [13][17]. - **Alumina**: The alumina market is under pressure due to the continuous increase of warehouse receipts. The supply is expected to increase in the medium term, and it is recommended to short at high prices [17][18][19]. - **Aluminum**: The aluminum price is expected to be range - bound in the short term. The supply is stable with a slight increase, while the demand is in the off - season, and the terminal consumption recovery is weak. The main contract refers to 20000 - 21000 [19][20][21]. - **Aluminum Alloy**: The aluminum alloy market is in a state of weak supply and demand. The price is expected to be range - bound, and the aluminum alloy - aluminum price difference is expected to converge. It is recommended to refer to the 19600 - 20400 range and consider arbitrage operations [22][24]. - **Zinc**: The zinc price is oscillating weakly. The supply is expected to be loose, and the demand is in the off - season. It is expected to be range - bound, with the main contract referring to 22000 - 23000 [24][27]. - **Tin**: The tin price is oscillating with limited short - term driving forces. It is recommended to wait and see, and the follow - up depends on the recovery of tin mines in Myanmar [28][30]. - **Nickel**: The nickel price is in a narrow - range oscillation, and the fundamentals change little. It is expected to be range - bound, with the main contract referring to 118000 - 126000 [30][32][33]. - **Stainless Steel**: The stainless - steel price is oscillating weakly. The cost provides support, but the demand is still a drag. It is expected to be range - bound, with the main contract referring to 12800 - 13500 [33][36]. - **Lithium Carbonate**: The lithium carbonate price is expected to be in a strong - range wide - amplitude oscillation. The fundamentals are marginally improved, and it is recommended to wait and see cautiously and try to go long lightly at low prices [37][40]. Black Metals - **Steel**: The steel price has broken through the support level. It is recommended to try short - selling in the 3380 - 3400 range of the October contract [41][44]. - **Iron Ore**: The iron - ore price follows the steel price. It is recommended to short at high prices due to factors such as supply, demand, and inventory [45][48]. - **Coking Coal**: The coking - coal futures have peaked and declined. It is recommended to short at high prices and conduct reverse arbitrage for the 9 - 1 spread [49][52]. - **Coke**: The coke futures are oscillating downwards. It is recommended to short the 2601 contract at high prices and conduct positive arbitrage for the 9 - 1 spread [53][55]. Agricultural Products - **Meal Products**: The meal products have strong cost support, and the long - term bullish expectation remains unchanged. It is recommended to go long at low prices [56][58]. - **Pigs**: The pig spot price is oscillating at a low level. It is recommended to wait and see due to factors such as supply, demand, and market sentiment [59][60]. - **Corn**: The corn price is oscillating weakly due to supply pressure. It is recommended to pay attention to the growth of new - season corn [61][62].

Core Viewpoint - Silver is supported by industrial demand and deficit outlook, while both gold and silver are experiencing narrow fluctuations with low volatility due to varying macroeconomic backgrounds and summer liquidity [1] Group 1: Market Dynamics - Gold has increased by 26% and silver by 30% year-to-date, but both lack clear catalysts for breaking higher price levels [1] - The market is closely monitoring the Federal Reserve's stance, especially with expectations of a 25 basis point rate cut in September, amidst slowing economic growth [1] - Gold prices have been hovering around $3,350, supported by stable investment demand and a 25-month high in gold ETF holdings at 2,882 tons [1] Group 2: Demand and Supply Factors - Global gold ETFs saw a record inflow of 259 tons in the first seven months of the year, the largest since 2020, while demand for gold bars and coins remains strong [2] - Central banks are expected to increase foreign reserves by over 1,000 tons for the fourth consecutive year, providing a solid foundation to mitigate downside risks [2] - Industrial demand for silver is projected to grow by about 3% this year, driven by electrification and solar energy, despite manufacturers reducing silver load per battery [2] Group 3: Speculative Positions - Speculative positions in the COMEX futures market for silver are currently at 22 million ounces, significantly lower than last year's peak of 31 million ounces, indicating a lack of confidence [2] - The net position for silver speculators is currently at 208 million ounces, down from the June peak of 332 million ounces, highlighting potential for accumulation if technical outlook improves [2] Group 4: Future Catalysts - The market is focused on identifying potential catalysts for upward movement, particularly in silver, where unexpected policy support from China or a surge in solar installations could highlight structural deficits [4] - Any pullback in the recently strengthened dollar index could serve as a release valve for gold and silver prices [4] - ETF fund flows and speculative position data are crucial indicators of market confidence changes [4]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The short - term market sentiment for precious metals is cautious, but long - term factors support the gold price. Copper prices may continue to fluctuate, and the support level has been raised. Aluminum prices may experience a callback, while alumina prices are expected to be weak in the short term. Zinc prices are expected to be volatile in the short term, and a sell - outside - buy - inside strategy can be considered. Nickel - related products show different trends, and tin prices may continue to fluctuate. Lithium carbonate prices are expected to have a wide - range shock, and the industrial silicon market is affected by relevant policies [3][17][36][62][75][89][105][116]. 3. Summaries According to Related Catalogs Precious Metals - **Market Sentiment and Fundamentals**: The spot price of gold is at a discount of 4.18 yuan/gram to the futures price, indicating cautious short - term market sentiment. The net profit of Laopu Gold in the first half of the year increased by 285.8% year - on - year, showing demand resilience. The SPDR Gold ETF decreased by 3.2 tons to 962.2 tons [3]. - **Macro Factors**: The market focuses on the Jackson Hole Central Bank Annual Meeting and the speeches of Fed officials. Trump's appointment of an interim director pressures the independence of monetary policy, and the market expects an 86.1% probability of a rate cut in September, which supports the gold price in the long term [3]. Copper - **Price Outlook**: In the short term, copper prices may continue to fluctuate, and the previous support level of 77,000 yuan per ton can be raised to 78,000 yuan per ton. The Fed's meeting minutes and Powell's speech may have limited impact on copper prices, while the strong support of the US dollar index exerts pressure on the valuation of non - ferrous metals [17]. - **Market Data**: The latest price of SHFE copper futures main contract is 78,640 yuan/ton, down 0.32%. The spot prices of various regions also showed a decline, and the inventory of SHFE copper and LME copper decreased to varying degrees [18][21][34]. Aluminum - **Aluminum**: The expansion of the US tariff scope on aluminum has a certain impact on China's exports, and the price may experience a callback. Considering the peak season in September and the rate - cut expectation, the decline is likely to be a correction rather than a reversal [36]. - **Alumina**: The fundamentals of alumina are weak, with an oversupply situation expected in the second half of the year. The spot price is continuously falling, and the futures price is expected to be weakly volatile in the short term, with the cost of imported ore from Guinea as a support level [36]. - **Cast Aluminum Alloy**: The price of scrap aluminum remains high, and the supply of scrap aluminum may decrease in the future, providing strong support for the price of aluminum alloy. The demand is currently good, and the futures price generally follows the trend of SHFE aluminum, with a price difference of 350 - 500 yuan/ton [37]. Zinc - **Supply and Demand**: The supply of zinc is gradually shifting from tight to surplus, with strong processing fees. The demand is weak during the traditional off - season. LME inventories are falling, with a certain risk of short - squeeze, but the support is weak [62]. - **Trading Strategy**: Considering the pattern of strong external and weak internal zinc prices, a sell - outside - buy - inside strategy can be considered. In the short term, the price is expected to be volatile [62]. Nickel - **Market Conditions**: Nickel ore is relatively stable, with high domestic arrival inventories. Nickel iron is relatively firm in the short term, and stainless steel shows a weak trend. Sulfuric acid nickel has certain price - support sentiment, and the MHP market is in short supply [75]. - **Macro Factors**: The strengthening of the US dollar index at the beginning of the week suppresses the market, but the expectation of a rate cut in September is still strong [75]. Tin - **Price Outlook**: The repeated postponement of the full resumption of production in Myanmar's tin mines has supported the tin price, and in the short term, the price may continue to fluctuate [89]. - **Market Data**: The latest price of SHFE tin futures main contract is 267,840 yuan/ton, down 0.09%. The inventories of SHFE tin and LME tin decreased [90][100]. Lithium Carbonate - **Market Situation**: The market is over - hyped, and there is a sign of inventory reduction in the upstream and inventory replenishment in the downstream. The futures market is dominated by sentiment, and the price is expected to have a wide - range shock [105]. - **Price Data**: The price of lithium carbonate futures shows different changes, and the spot prices of various lithium products also have corresponding fluctuations [106][110]. Industrial Silicon - **Policy Impact**: The joint meeting of multiple departments to regulate the photovoltaic industry may have an impact on the industrial silicon market [116]. - **Market Data**: The prices of industrial silicon in various regions decreased, and the futures price also declined. The prices of related products such as polysilicon, silicon wafers, and battery cells also showed different trends [117][125][126].

Core Viewpoint - The upcoming Jackson Hole central bank conference is highly anticipated, particularly for Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's final speech, with expectations leaning towards a dovish stance and potential interest rate cuts due to recent weak employment data [2][4]. Group 1: Market Reactions and Expectations - Following signals from the Trump administration regarding interest rate cuts, U.S. real estate stocks have seen a preemptive rise, with the Dow Jones U.S. Home Builders Select Index climbing above its 200-day and 50-day moving averages, indicating a technical bullish trend [6]. - The iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF (ITB) increased by 5.6% over the past week, with individual homebuilders like D.R. Horton Inc. and Lennar Corp. rising by 5.8% and 9.2% respectively [6]. - Notably, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a new position of approximately $200 million in D.R. Horton and increased its stake in Lennar, reflecting confidence in the housing sector [6]. Group 2: Federal Reserve Policy Changes - The Federal Reserve's current monetary policy framework, established in 2012, is set for a review, with potential changes to be implemented after Powell's term ends in May 2026 [8]. - There is speculation that Powell may abolish the "average inflation targeting" framework, which was designed during a low-inflation period, in favor of a singular 2% inflation target due to the changing economic landscape post-pandemic [8]. - Powell hinted at the possibility of this change in a May speech, acknowledging that future inflation volatility may be significantly higher than in the previous decade [8].