Fundamental Analysis - Trump's announcement of a 100% tariff on overseas film production has raised global trade war concerns, increasing market uncertainty and driving demand for gold as a safe-haven asset [3] - The U.S. services sector showed signs of recovery in April, with the non-manufacturing PMI rising from 50.8 in March to 51.6, indicating positive growth [3] - However, the index measuring corporate payment prices surged to its highest level in over two years, driven by tariff impacts, leading to increased inflationary pressures [3] - The market is closely watching the Federal Reserve's policy decision, with expectations that interest rates will remain unchanged at 4.25%-4.50% [3] - Due to the ongoing effects of Trump's tariff policy, market expectations for a rate cut in June have dropped to 37%, with major financial institutions like Goldman Sachs and Barclays pushing back their rate cut predictions to July [3] Technical Analysis - The gold market exhibited a clear shift in momentum last week, initially experiencing a consolidation phase before a downward trend took hold [5] - A significant bullish reversal occurred on Monday, with gold prices rising sharply and closing with a large bullish candle, indicating a potential shift back to a bullish market [5] - Current technical indicators suggest that if gold can maintain support above the moving averages, an upward trend may continue; otherwise, a new round of adjustments could occur [5] - Key resistance levels for gold are identified at 3353, 3370/3371, and 3386, while support levels are at 3305 and the critical zone of 3270-3260 [7][8]

Group 1 - The Eurozone's April Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) shows increasing inflation pressure, with core HICP rising to 2.7%, exceeding market expectations of 2.5% and the previous value of 2.4% [2] - Overall HICP year-on-year growth reached 2.2%, also surpassing the market forecast of 2.1%, indicating a steady upward trend in price levels [2] - Despite strong inflation data, market expectations regarding the European Central Bank (ECB) monetary policy remain cautious due to potential economic downturn risks from U.S. tariffs [2][3] Group 2 - The Governor of the Bank of Finland, Rehn, emphasized the need to consider all policy options, including negative interest rates, highlighting the delicate balance the ECB must maintain amid rising inflation and external risks [3] - ECB Vice President Gentiloni expressed confidence in achieving inflation targets, noting that factors like a strong euro and commodity price declines could suppress price increases [4] - Gentiloni also pointed out that uncertainty poses risks to economic development, while maintaining that the eurozone is not expected to fall into recession [4]

IMF总裁格奥尔基耶娃：美国将面临通胀压力。 ...

Group 1: Trade Negotiations - The U.S. has refused to grant Japan a full exemption from "reciprocal tariffs" during recent trade negotiations, with only a consideration to lower specific tariffs by 14% [1][3] - India has proposed zero tariffs on certain quantities of steel, auto parts, and pharmaceuticals in trade talks with the U.S., aiming to expedite a bilateral trade agreement expected to be reached by fall [1][3] Group 2: Economic Data - The ISM reported that the U.S. services PMI for April was 51.6, indicating a return to expansion and significantly above the expected 50.2, following a previous value of 50.8 [5][6] - In April, 11 industries reported growth, with hospitality, wholesale trade, mining, and real estate performing the best, while 6 industries contracted [6] Group 3: Market Reactions - Following the positive services data, U.S. stock indices narrowed their losses, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising by 0.14% and the Nasdaq's decline reducing to 0.45% [8][9] - U.S. Treasury yields increased, with the 10-year yield rising close to 4.35% and the 2-year yield reaching a daily high of 3.8467% [9][10] Group 4: Inflation and Employment Indicators - The services employment index for April was recorded at 49, indicating a slowdown in employment but an improvement from the previous value of 46.2 [7] - The services price index reached 65.1, significantly above the expected 61.4, indicating rising inflationary pressures due to tariffs [6][7]

美国4月服务业增长加快，物价压力上升 金十数据5月5日讯，美国4月服务业增长加快，因订单增加，推动企业原材料和服务价格指数升至逾两 年最高水平，暗示关税导致通胀压力加大。美国供应管理协会（ISM）周一表示，其非制造业采购经理 人指数（PMI）从3月份的50.8上升至4月的51.6。接受路透社调查的经济学家此前预测，服务业PMI将 降至50.2。这项调查为4月份的坚实就业增长增添了一份保证，表明美国经济并未接近衰退，尽管第一 季度国内生产总值（GDP）出现收缩，由于企业试图避免特朗普的关税带来的价格上涨，导致大量进口 商品流入，这给美国经济带来了负担。企业和家庭赶在进口关税生效之前购买商品的举措，可能是上月 服务业PMI上升的部分原因。ISM调查的新订单指数从3月的50.4升至52.3。库存也有所增加。 ...

Core Insights - The S&P Global Australia Composite PMI decreased from 51.6 to 51 in April 2025, indicating a slight reduction in the growth rate of Australia's private sector output, which has been increasing for seven consecutive months [1] Group 1: Economic Indicators - The number of new export orders in Australia's private sector declined again in April, but the overall growth rate of new orders reached its highest level since May 2022 [1] - The average input costs in Australia's private sector grew at the fastest pace since September of the previous year, leading businesses to raise selling prices to the highest level in nine months [2] - The services sector's business activity index fell from 51.6 to 51, marking the 15th consecutive month above the 50-point threshold, indicating ongoing expansion [2] Group 2: Business Sentiment and Employment - Despite the increase in business activity, the optimism level among private enterprises remains low, falling to a five-month low and below historical averages [1][2] - The services sector experienced a significant increase in new business and backlog of work, with the fastest growth in nearly three years, suggesting a positive outlook for the coming months [2] - Companies are continuing to hire at a steady pace to manage increased workloads, although concerns over trade uncertainties, particularly related to U.S. tariff measures, have dampened business sentiment [2]

Core Insights - Fitch Ratings has downgraded Morocco's economic growth forecast for 2025 from 4.8% to 4.3% and for 2026 from 5.5% to 4.8% due to weak external demand [1][2] Economic Impact - The primary impact of U.S. tariffs on Morocco's economy is not from bilateral trade but from the ripple effects on demand in other markets, particularly Europe, which accounts for 69.2% of Morocco's total exports in 2023 [1] - The expected actual export growth rate for 2025 is projected to drop significantly from 6.1% in 2024 to 2.9%, marking the lowest level since 2020 [1] Medium to Long-term Outlook - Despite challenges, the report maintains a cautiously optimistic view on Morocco's medium-term economic prospects, citing factors such as falling international oil prices and increased agricultural production that will help mitigate the impact of weak European demand [2] - The trade deficit as a percentage of GDP is expected to decrease from 17.4% to 17% [2] - Average inflation is projected to remain low at 1.1% in 2025, aided by declining global oil prices [2] Sectoral Developments - The hosting of the Africa Cup is anticipated to boost the tourism sector, contributing to an increase in service trade exports [2] Debt Sustainability - The report indicates that stable economic growth and a basic fiscal deficit of 0.7% of GDP will keep the debt level manageable [2] - The government debt burden is expected to decrease from 70.2% of GDP in 2025 to 62.5% by 2034, supported by broadening tax sources and structural reforms [2]

智通财经APP获悉，2025年第一季度美国国内生产总值(GDP)出现0.3%的年化降幅，为2022年以来首次 录得负增长，引发华盛顿政坛和金融市场高度关注。现任总统特朗普周三迅速将这份经济"成绩单"的责 任归咎于前总统拜登，并暗示即将出炉的第二季度数据若不佳，同样会"算在拜登头上"。 "这需要时间，与关税无关，而是因为他留下了糟糕的基础数据。"特朗普继续写道，"但一旦繁荣开 始，那将是前所未有的。耐心点！！！" 不过，特朗普将经济衰退归因于拜登政府的说法存在明显误导。据美国商务部的报告，GDP下滑的主要 原因之一是企业在预期特朗普新政府将实施关税前抢先大量进口商品，导致贸易逆差拉低了整体经济增 速。同时，政府支出下降也对GDP构成拖累，尤其是国防支出的显著削减。 ADP同期发布的就业报告也未带来好消息。数据显示，4月份美国私营部门新增就业仅为6.2万个，远低 于市场预期的12万个，创下自2024年7月以来的最小增幅。而3月的数据也被下修至14.7万。 经济数据低迷，叠加部分上市公司财报不及预期，使得股市周三开盘即大幅下挫，尽管当日稍晚收复部 分失地，市场情绪仍显脆弱。这些情况势必会影响特朗普当天晚些时候在白宫 ...

Group 1 - The market narrative is expected to oscillate between recession and stagflation until trade issues are resolved, the Federal Reserve begins to ease policies, or inflationary pressures fail to build [1] - Investors are increasingly concerned about the economic growth outlook, leading to expectations of declining yields [1] - BMO Capital Markets analyst Ian Lyngen expresses concerns about further weakening economic data in the short term [1] Group 2 - HSBC strategists, including Nicole Inui, highlight the need for clarity on economic conditions to stabilize market expectations [1]