Core Viewpoint - The surge in precious metal prices, particularly gold, has dominated the commodity market in 2023, with gold prices reaching new highs, driven by various economic factors and market sentiments [1][3]. Group 1: Price Trends - Gold prices have seen significant increases, surpassing $3,000 per ounce in March, $4,000 in early October, and reaching a new high of $4,159.32 per ounce as of October 15 [1]. - American Bank has raised its gold price forecast for 2026 to $5,000 per ounce and silver to $65 per ounce, citing factors like the U.S. fiscal deficit and rising debt [4]. Group 2: Market Drivers - The rise in gold prices is partly supported by expectations of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, amid uncertainties regarding the U.S. government shutdown and its potential economic impact [3]. - There is a notable trend of global central banks and institutional investors reallocating funds from U.S. Treasury securities to gold, reflecting concerns over the long-term stability of these assets [3]. Group 3: Investment Sentiment - Analysts indicate that the current gold price increase signals high uncertainty and risk in the market, leading to a shift in investment strategies among various investors [3]. - Several banks have issued warnings about overbought conditions in gold and silver markets, advising investors to remain cautious [4]. Group 4: Product Adjustments - Banks like China Construction Bank and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China have announced adjustments to their gold accumulation products, increasing minimum investment amounts [8][10].

Core Viewpoint - Gold prices are expected to face a phase of adjustment after reaching resistance levels around 4300, with potential support near 3800 in the event of a significant pullback [1][3][6] Technical Analysis - Monthly chart indicates a resistance zone between 4280-4330, with actual price action determining the specific resistance point [3] - Weekly chart shows the current week is the 8th week of a 9-week sequence, suggesting a potential peak and subsequent pullback in the next week or the week after [3] - Historical pullbacks have typically retraced to the midline and the 30-week moving average, indicating a possible rebound after a drop to around 3800 [3] Fundamental Analysis - Current fundamentals appear favorable for gold prices, with no immediate support for a technical peak and pullback [4] - The end of the U.S. government shutdown and potential interest rate decisions could influence market sentiment, with a hawkish stance or no rate cuts being key factors [4][6] - Economic concerns are expected to rise due to the government shutdown affecting October's economic and employment data, which may increase expectations for rate cuts [6] Future Outlook - The likelihood of a more dovish Federal Reserve chair being appointed in 2026 could accelerate the pace of rate cuts, reinforcing a bullish outlook for gold prices over the next one to two years [6] - Even with potential short-term adjustments, these may present opportunities for re-entry into the market [6]

Core Insights - Gold prices have reached a historic high, surpassing $4200 per ounce on October 15 [1] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The surge in gold trading is partly supported by rising expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [3] - The ongoing government shutdown in the U.S. raises uncertainty about the economic outlook, potentially impacting the economy [3] Group 2: ETF Performance - Gold-related ETFs saw an approximate increase of 2% in early trading [4] - Specific ETF performance includes: - Gold ETF T+0 (Code: 159934) rose by 2.03% to $9.541 - Shanghai Gold ETF T+0 (Code: 159830) increased by 2.00% to $9.507 - Other notable ETFs also showed gains ranging from 1.73% to 1.99% [5]

Core Points - The U.S. federal government is currently in a "shutdown" due to a failure to pass a temporary funding bill, affecting various public services and employees [11][13][15] - The shutdown has led to significant disruptions, including erroneous layoff notifications at the CDC and the closure of Smithsonian museums [3][5] - The ongoing situation is expected to become the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, with both parties entrenched in their positions [12][15][17] Group 1: Impact on Public Services - Hundreds of CDC employees received incorrect layoff notices, with about 700 reinstated but 600 still laid off due to a technical error [3] - The Smithsonian Institution has closed all its museums and research centers due to the shutdown [5] - Air traffic control personnel shortages have resulted in nearly 8,000 flight delays and over 270 cancellations [7] Group 2: Economic Implications - The U.S. Treasury Secretary stated that the shutdown is beginning to impact the real economy and citizens' lives [11] - Federal employees and service agency staff are facing wage suspensions, affecting their financial stability [11][9] Group 3: Political Stalemate - The shutdown is a result of severe partisan disagreements over healthcare-related spending, with no resolution in sight [13][17] - The Speaker of the House indicated that the situation could lead to the longest shutdown in history unless Democrats agree to a clean budget [15] - The Democratic leader accused Republicans of refusing to provide healthcare for working-class Americans, contributing to the impasse [17] Group 4: Government Layoffs - The White House announced that layoffs are beginning, with over 4,000 employees across multiple federal agencies expected to receive layoff notices [19] - President Trump suggested that Democrats should be prioritized for layoffs, which has drawn criticism for politicizing the issue [21][23]

Core Viewpoint - The surge in precious metals, particularly gold, has dominated the commodities market this year, with prices breaking significant thresholds, driven by various economic factors [1] Group 1: Gold Price Trends - Gold prices surpassed $3,000 per ounce in March and exceeded $4,000 earlier this month, reaching a new high of over $4,100 on October 14 [1] - The current trading frenzy in gold is partly supported by rising expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1] Group 2: Economic Context - The ongoing government shutdown in the U.S. raises uncertainty about the economic outlook, potentially impacting the economy [1] - There is a notable trend of global central banks, institutional investors, and individual investors reallocating funds from U.S. Treasury securities to gold [1] Group 3: Market Influences - The increase in gold purchases by global central banks and the rise in gold ETF holdings are contributing to the upward momentum in precious metal prices [1]

Core Insights - The surge in precious metals, particularly gold, has dominated the commodity market this year, with gold prices surpassing $4,100 per ounce as of October 14 [1][2]. Group 1: Market Trends - Gold prices have seen significant increases, breaking the $3,000 and $4,000 per ounce thresholds earlier this year, and reaching a new high of $4,159.32 per ounce by mid-October [1][2]. - The current trading frenzy in gold is partly driven by rising expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, amid uncertainties regarding the U.S. government's shutdown and its potential impact on the economy [3]. Group 2: Institutional Insights - Major banks, including Bank of America, have raised their price forecasts for gold and silver, predicting gold could reach $5,000 per ounce and silver $65 per ounce by 2026 [4]. - The ongoing increase in gold purchases by global central banks and the rise in gold ETF holdings are contributing factors to the upward trend in precious metal prices [3]. Group 3: Investment Behavior - There is a noticeable trend among investors shifting funds from U.S. Treasury securities to gold, reflecting concerns over the long-term stability of these traditional reserve assets [3]. - Analysts have indicated that both gold and silver are currently showing signs of being overbought, suggesting that investors should remain cautious [4][6]. Group 4: Product Adjustments - Several banks, including China Bank and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, have announced adjustments to their gold accumulation products, increasing the minimum investment amounts for certain purchasing methods [7][10].

随着中美贸易关系再度紧张、美国政府停摆以及美联储降息预期的持续升温，全球市场的风险情绪再度 升温。美元与美债的避险吸引力增加，而黄金的回调则显示出技术性压力。与此同时，欧元在政治不稳 与经济疲弱的双重压力下，面临更加严峻的挑战。 黄金创新高后急挫60美元，短期回调难以避免 黄金价格创下历史新高后出现急剧回调，现货黄金从4179.47美元/盎司的高点急跌至4125美元/盎司附 近。市场的避险需求开始回落，加之美联储降息预期已经充分反映在价格中，黄金上涨面临技术性压 力。尽管全球政治不确定性与地缘冲突持续，黄金的避险吸引力尚未消退，但短期内的技术性回调无法 避免。根据相对强弱指数（RSI）的走势，金价可能需要经过一段时间的盘整，才能重新走高。若跌破 4055美元/盎司区域，金价可能进一步回落至4000美元心理关口。 美元强势延续，避险需求持续推动 来源：外汇百科堂 交易提示： 在当前的市场环境中，黄金短期内可能继续承压，特别是在美元和美债表现强势的情况下。投资者应关 注美联储的降息动向及全球风险情绪的变化，避免情绪化交易。对于外汇市场，欧元兑美元的技术性弱 势尚未修复，若空头格局持续，欧元可能继续承压。黄金与欧元 ...

Report Overview - The report aims to objectively reflect the research views of futures and securities companies on various commodity varieties, track hot varieties, analyze market investment sentiment, and summarize investment driving logics. It is for internal company use only and does not constitute personal investment advice [1]. Market Data Commodities - Copper closed at 85,910.00 with a weekly increase of 3.37%. - Coking coal closed at 1,161.00 with a 3.11% weekly increase. - Gold closed at 901.56 with a 3.11% weekly increase. - Palm oil closed at 9,438.00 with a 2.28% weekly increase. - Iron ore closed at 795.00 with a 1.86% weekly increase. - Silver closed at 11,082.00 with a 1.50% weekly increase. - Aluminum closed at 20,980.00 with a 1.45% weekly increase. - Rebar closed at 3,103.00 with a 1.01% weekly increase. - Soybean meal closed at 2,922.00 with a -0.20% weekly change. - Glass closed at 1,207.00 with a -0.25% weekly change. - Corn closed at 2,125.00 with a -0.84% weekly change. - Methanol closed at 2,307.00 with a -0.90% weekly change. - PTA closed at 4,534.00 with a -1.31% weekly change. - PVC closed at 4,735.00 with a -2.15% weekly change. - Ethylene glycol closed at 4,100.00 with a -2.54% weekly change. - Crude oil closed at 461.90 with a -3.71% weekly change. - Polysilicon closed at 48,965.00 with a -4.66% weekly change. - Live pigs closed at 11,320.00 with a -8.38% weekly change [2]. A-shares - CSI 500 closed at 7,398.22 with a -0.19% weekly change. - SSE 50 closed at 2,974.85 with a -0.47% weekly change. - CSI 300 closed at 4,616.83 with a -0.51% weekly change [2]. Overseas Stocks - Nikkei 225 closed at 48,088.80 with a 7.02% weekly increase. - FTSE 100 closed at 9,427.47 with a 0.82% weekly increase. - France CAC40 closed at 7,918.00 with a 0.28% weekly increase. - Nasdaq Index closed at 22,204.43 with a -2.01% weekly change. - S&P 500 closed at 6,552.51 with a -2.03% weekly change. - Hang Seng Index closed at 26,290.32 with a -2.10% weekly change [2]. Bonds - China's 2-year treasury bond yield closed at 1.48 with a -2.36bp weekly change. - China's 10-year treasury bond yield closed at 1.84 with a -3.67bp weekly change. - China's 5-year treasury bond yield closed at 1.60 with a -4.14bp weekly change [2]. Foreign Exchange - US Dollar Index closed at 98.82 with a 1.02% weekly increase. - US Dollar central parity rate closed at 7.10 with a -0.01% weekly change. - Euro to US Dollar closed at 1.16 with a -0.95% weekly change [2]. Commodity Views Macro-financial Sector Stock Index Futures - Strategy view: Among 8 institutions surveyed, 1 is bullish, 2 are bearish, and 5 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: ETF shares tracking the CSI 300 Index increased by 470 million weekly; daily sales revenue of national consumption-related industries increased by 4.5% year-on-year; the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee is to be held this month, raising expectations of domestic favorable policies; China has an advantage in negotiation chips and space in the Sino-US trade friction; A-share daily average turnover reached 2.6034 trillion yuan, up 415.4 billion yuan from last week. - Bearish logics: Trump announced countermeasures against China, threatening to impose a 100% tariff; US stocks tumbled due to the renewed tension in Sino-US relations; the US government shutdown increased market volatility; A-shares reached a ten-year high, with a risk of correction at high valuations; the escalation of Sino-US friction affected market risk appetite [4]. Treasury Bond Futures - Strategy view: Among 7 institutions surveyed, 3 are bullish and 4 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: The central bank conducted large-scale reverse repurchase operations to maintain a loose money supply; overseas economic data was weak, strengthening expectations of the Fed's interest rate cut cycle; the escalation of Sino-US trade friction boosted market risk aversion; bond market valuations approached reasonable levels after adjustment. - Bearish logics: As it approaches mid-to-late October, market expectations for policy support are high; market risk appetite remains high, which may divert funds from the bond market; the new public fund fee regulations have not been implemented [4]. Energy Sector Crude Oil - Strategy view: Among 9 institutions surveyed, 1 is bullish, 4 are bearish, and 4 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: OPEC's continued production increase was less than previously rumored; US shale oil production faced bottlenecks; Ukraine's attack on Russian refineries disrupted Russian oil exports; Indian demand rebounded rapidly after the end of the rainy season and the prosperity of the manufacturing industry. - Bearish logics: OPEC+ oil-producing countries decided to maintain production increases in November; the US threatened to impose a 100% tariff on China; the US federal government shutdown increased systemic risks; Israel and Hamas signed a ceasefire agreement, reducing geopolitical premiums; US crude oil inventories and production increases exceeded expectations; European and American refineries entered the autumn maintenance season [5]. Agricultural Products Sector Soybean Oil - Strategy view: Among 8 institutions surveyed, 1 is bullish, 3 are bearish, and 4 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: The escalation of Sino-US trade friction boosted market sentiment for domestic soybean varieties; the fourth quarter is the traditional peak consumption season for soybean oil; soybean oil inventory estimates were lowered; workers at Argentine soybean crushing plants planned a strike over salary issues. - Bearish logics: Soybean imports are expected to be high in the fourth quarter, and factory operating rates are expected to remain high; continuous rainfall in Brazil and good weather prospects; sufficient domestic soybean oil supply; US soybean prices fell due to Sino-US trade friction; the Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy said it might not be able to increase the biodiesel blending ratio before March next year [5]. Non-ferrous Metals Sector Copper - Strategy view: Among 7 institutions surveyed, 1 is bullish, 1 is bearish, and 5 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: Overseas copper mine accidents led to a tightened global copper supply outlook; poor ADP employment data in September increased expectations of further Fed easing; raw material shortages and falling by-product profits may dampen smelters' production willingness; low domestic copper inventories provided strong support for copper prices. - Bearish logics: The escalation of Sino-US trade tensions dampened market risk appetite; weakening macro sentiment may lead to short-term weakness in copper prices; downstream buyers were cautious due to high copper prices; downstream enterprises had sufficient pre-holiday inventories, partially overdraining short-term demand [6]. Chemical Sector Methanol - Strategy view: Among 7 institutions surveyed, 2 are bearish and 5 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: There are expectations of supply disruptions for imports from Iranian-sanctioned vessels; attention is paid to the implementation of Iran's winter gas restrictions; the relatively good inventory pattern in the inland region provides some support for prices. - Bearish logics: Trade risks have increased, and macro sentiment may suppress methanol valuations; port inventory pressure remains high during the import peak; domestic methanol operating rates remain at a relatively high level, with continuous supply pressure; traditional downstream demand has entered the off-season, and operating rates have declined [6]. Precious Metals Gold - Strategy view: Among 7 institutions surveyed, 3 are bullish and 4 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: The US government shutdown increased market risk aversion; the Fed may face continued concerns about its independence; rising uncertainty in tariff policies boosted the safe-haven property of gold; global central banks continued to increase their gold holdings, providing long-term allocation support. - Bearish logics: The short-term easing of the Middle East geopolitical situation led to profit-taking in safe-haven assets; there are differences within the Fed regarding the interest rate cut path, bringing uncertainty; the pressure for price correction at high levels increased, and short-term volatility may intensify; rising gold prices suppressed physical gold demand [7]. Black Sector Iron Ore - Strategy view: Among 8 institutions surveyed, 3 are bearish and 5 expect sideways movement. - Bullish logics: An important meeting will be held in China in October, increasing macro favorable expectations; pig iron production remains at a high level; terminal demand is gradually transitioning to the peak season. - Bearish logics: Iron ore inventories increased seasonally; the escalation of Sino-US competition reduced market risk appetite at home and abroad; the arrival volume of iron ore at 45 ports reached 26.09 million tons, an increase of 2.48 million tons from the previous week; downstream demand remained weak year-on-year; the contraction of steel mill profits increased the pressure for future production cuts [7].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the significant rise in precious metals, particularly gold, which has seen prices surpass $4,100 per ounce, driven by factors such as expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and increased demand from global central banks [1][3] - As of October 14, the COMEX gold futures reached a peak of $4,190.9 per ounce before settling at $4,115 per ounce, indicating volatility in the market [3] - The total scale of gold-themed ETFs has exceeded 200 billion yuan, with five ETFs surpassing 10 billion yuan in scale, led by Huaan Gold ETF at 74.467 billion yuan [3]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - On October 13, equity indices fell while CGB futures rose. Most commodities fell, with energy & chemicals performing weakly [2][10][13]. - China's exports increased by 7.1% and imports decreased by 0.2% in the first three quarters year-on-year [1][3][43][44]. - Gold may enter a high-level consolidation phase in the short term, and remains in a long-term bull market. Silver may continue its upward trend in the short term, and its mid-term price level is expected to move upward [21][22][23][24]. - Oil prices still show a downward trend. If tariff concerns do not improve, the short-term downward trend of oil prices is expected to continue; if tariff concerns ease or phased geopolitical risks emerge, oil prices will rebound accordingly, but the downward trend will still be hard to reverse [27][28][29]. - Glass prices are expected to mainly fluctuate in line with macroeconomic trends in the short term, and high inventories in the midstream and downstream sectors may suppress glass prices for forward-month contracts in the medium to long term [35][40]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 China Futures 3.1.1 Overview - On October 13, equity indices fell while CGB futures rose. Most commodities fell, with energy & chemicals performing weakly [10]. - The top three gainers of China's commodity futures are rapeseed, silver, and methanol, while the top three decliners are glass, LSFO, and synthetic rubber [11][12]. - Equity indices fell, with IF decreasing by 0.7%. CGB futures rose, among which TL increased by 0.4% [13]. 3.1.2 Daily Raise - Gold/Silver - On October 13, gold increased by 2.0% to 927.56 yuan/gram, and silver increased by 2.8% to 11531 yuan/kg [18][23]. - Gold may enter a high-level consolidation phase in the short term. In the long term, it remains in a long-term bull market. Silver may continue its upward trend in the short term, and its mid-term price level is expected to move upward [19][20][21][22][23][24]. 3.1.3 Daily Drop 3.1.3.1 Crude Oil - On October 13, crude oil decreased by 2.7% to 453.7 yuan/barrel. Oil prices still show a downward trend [27][29]. - Fundamental pressures persist, geopolitical support is marginally weakening, and macro risks are intensifying again. If tariff concerns do not improve, the short-term downward trend of oil prices is expected to continue; if tariff concerns ease or phased geopolitical risks emerge, oil prices will rebound accordingly, but the downward trend will still be hard to reverse [27][28][29]. 3.1.3.2 Glass - On October 13, glass decreased by 3.7% to 1179 yuan/ton [34][40][41]. - Short-term demand is seasonally recovering, but long-term demand lacks upward flexibility. Recently, industrial contradictions have been limited, and glass prices are expected to mainly fluctuate in line with macroeconomic trends. In the medium to long term, high inventories in the midstream and downstream sectors may suppress glass prices for forward-month contracts [35][40]. - The resumption of U.S. tariff hikes on China has a limited impact on glass supply and demand, but it may make the overall macro atmosphere relatively pessimistic, leading to a decline in the macro premium of glass futures prices [39][40]. 3.2 China News 3.2.1 Macro News - Canadian provincial governments call for the removal of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles [43][44]. - China's goods trade import and export reached 33.61 trillion yuan in the first three quarters of this year, up 4% year-on-year. Among them, exports reached 19.95 trillion yuan, up 7.1% year-on-year; imports stood at 13.66 trillion yuan, down 0.2% year-on-year [43][44]. - The Dutch government will impose restrictive measures on Nexperia under Wingtech Technology, and China responds by opposing the overgeneralization of the concept of "national security" and discriminatory practices [43][44]. 3.2.2 Industry News - Multiple banks execute the first batch of cross-border bond repurchase transactions, with the trading volume on the first day reaching 5.8 billion yuan. The cross-border RMB repurchase market is expected to achieve steady growth in scale and activity, marking China's bond market moving towards a deeper "rule- and system-based" opening-up [45].