Core Viewpoint - The A-share market indices rose collectively in early trading on October 21, indicating positive market sentiment amid fluctuating economic conditions and rising gold prices [1]. Group 1: ETF Performance - The Shanghai Gold ETF (159830) increased by 2.37%, with a trading volume exceeding 69 million and a turnover rate over 4% [2]. - The ETF saw a net inflow of over 81 million in the week from October 13 to October 19, reflecting strong investor interest [2]. - The management fee for the Shanghai Gold ETF is 0.25%, and the custody fee is 0.05%, both lower than the average for similar products, and it supports T+0 trading [2]. Group 2: Gold Market Dynamics - International gold prices have surged recently, with New York gold futures reaching a historical high of $4,392 per ounce [2]. - Consumer buying habits for gold are changing globally due to sustained high prices [2]. - The long-term investment and hedging advantages of gold are becoming more prominent, with expectations of continued growth in demand for gold jewelry driven by rising prices and changing consumer preferences [3]. Group 3: Economic Indicators - The KBW regional bank index in the U.S. fell over 4%, marking its lowest level since August, with significant declines in regional bank stocks [3]. - The VIX index, known as the "Wall Street fear gauge," spiked over 22% on October 16, indicating heightened market volatility [3]. - U.S. economic growth signals are being distorted by trade policies and net export fluctuations, complicating the economic outlook [3].

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve is likely to implement a 25 basis point interest rate cut at the upcoming meeting on October 29-30, driven by a weak labor market and data gaps caused by the government shutdown, with market expectations for this cut reaching 97.8% [1][2]. Group 1: Economic Indicators and Federal Reserve Actions - The government shutdown has delayed the release of key economic data, including the September non-farm payroll report, which complicates the Fed's decision-making process [2]. - The absence of official data has paradoxically reinforced the likelihood of a rate cut, as the Fed may prefer to act preemptively to mitigate further deterioration in the job market [2]. - The unemployment rate in the U.S. rose to 4.3% in August, the highest in a year, with the duration of unemployment increasing to 24.5 weeks, indicating a cooling labor market [3]. Group 2: Inflation Concerns - The core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index is still above the Fed's 2% target, currently at 2.9%, creating internal divisions within the Fed regarding the appropriateness of further rate cuts [4]. - Some Fed officials express concerns about the potential for inflationary pressures to persist, complicating the decision to lower rates further [4]. Group 3: Market Reactions - Anticipation of a rate cut has led to a weakening of the U.S. dollar, with the dollar index dropping to 93.2, while commodities like gold and oil have seen price increases [5]. - The technology and renewable energy sectors have outperformed in the stock market, benefiting from the expected liquidity boost from potential rate cuts [5]. Group 4: Future Outlook - Historical patterns suggest that the Fed may implement a total of 50 basis points in rate cuts by the end of the year, with expectations for another 25 basis point cut in December following the October meeting [6]. - The Fed's shift from prioritizing anti-inflation measures to balancing growth and employment will influence global financial markets, particularly affecting the dynamics of the U.S. dollar and various asset classes [6].

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The discussion primarily revolves around the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, specifically focusing on quantitative tightening (QT) and interest rate management in the context of the U.S. economy. Core Insights and Arguments - The Federal Reserve's balance sheet peaked at $9 trillion during the financial crisis and pandemic due to quantitative easing, but it is currently undergoing quantitative tightening to reach a "sufficient reserves" level [1][4] - The Fed does not intend to restore its balance sheet to pre-crisis levels, as there are ample reserves in the banking system, necessitating a shift to a "sufficient reserves" framework instead of the traditional corridor system [5][1] - Insufficient reserves could lead to a sharp rise in short-term interest rates, as evidenced by the events of September 2019, which highlighted the risks of low reserve levels [6][1] - Powell indicated that QT might end sooner than the market's expectation of June 2026, potentially as early as the first quarter of 2026, reflecting the Fed's attentiveness to recent developments in the money market [7][1] - After the conclusion of QT, the Fed's balance sheet is expected to stabilize, continuing to manage short-term interest rates while maintaining appropriate reserve levels to avoid financial strain [8][1] Additional Important Content - The "sufficient reserves" framework, adopted in 2019, ensures that the Fed provides enough reserves to manage interest rates effectively, contrasting with the "ample reserves" and "scarce reserves" conditions that can lead to market volatility [2][1] - During the pandemic, the Fed purchased approximately $4.6 trillion in securities, leading to a peak balance sheet of about $9 trillion, and ceased asset purchases by the end of 2021 due to rising inflation [4][1] - The Fed is expected to let mortgage-backed securities (MBS) mature and reinvest the proceeds into U.S. Treasuries, with ongoing discussions about the duration structure of these investments [9][1] - There is a proposal to abandon the federal funds rate as a policy tool in favor of the Tri-Party General Collateral Rate (TGCR) or the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR), as the federal funds market no longer accurately reflects the cost of funds [10][1] - Powell's comments suggest that while the economic data has shown stability, there remains a necessity for potential rate cuts, with expectations for a 25 basis point reduction in the upcoming October meeting [11][1]

Core Viewpoint - The current investment landscape is characterized by significant risks across mainstream assets, including high U.S. government debt, narrow corporate bond spreads, elevated U.S. stock valuations, and soaring gold prices, despite a prevailing "buy everything" sentiment in the market [1][3][11]. Group 1: Market Risks - U.S. government debt has reached $38 trillion, diminishing the safe-haven appeal of sovereign bonds [3]. - Corporate bonds are offering insufficient risk compensation due to historically low credit spreads [3]. - U.S. stock valuations are at historical highs, indicating substantial potential for market corrections [3][11]. - Gold has experienced a vertical rise, but the risks associated with chasing high prices are significant [3][11]. Group 2: Capital Flows - Recent data shows a massive outflow of $24.6 billion from cash assets into risk assets, with the stock market attracting $28.1 billion, including a record $10.4 billion inflow into tech stocks [4]. - The gold market has seen a cumulative inflow of $34.2 billion over the past 10 weeks, marking a historical peak [6]. - The Chinese stock market experienced its largest weekly inflow since April 2025, totaling $13.4 billion, reflecting a strong risk appetite under the backdrop of interest rate cuts [8]. Group 3: Investment Strategy - The company maintains a "BIG" investment strategy, focusing on Bonds, International markets, and Gold [12]. - In the bond sector, the company advocates for long positions in long-term U.S. Treasuries, predicting a drop in 30-year Treasury yields below 4% due to expected Fed rate cuts and the deflationary impact of AI on the labor market [13]. - The international market outlook remains positive, with expectations for the Hang Seng Index to exceed 33,000 points and a projected 9% growth in global EPS over the next 12 months, indicating more attractive valuations outside the U.S. [15]. - The company is highly bullish on gold, predicting prices could surpass $6,000 per ounce by next spring, despite current high allocations among fund managers being relatively low [16].

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Market Overview - The Hang Seng Index is expected to hold at 25,000 points, reflecting a forecasted price-to-earnings ratio of 12 times over the next 12 months, amid concerns over U.S.-China relations and weak consumer spending in mainland China [2][4] - The U.S. Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cuts and the potential for further reductions in 2026 have influenced market sentiment, with expectations of increased volatility in the market due to ongoing trade tensions [4][6] Sector Focus - The insurance sector is showing strong investment returns in Q3, driven by robust performance in A-shares, leading to expectations of positive earnings announcements from companies [7] - AI concept stocks are gaining traction as mainland China accelerates the application of artificial intelligence, with breakthroughs in chip development [7] Economic Indicators - China's GDP for Q3, along with industrial and retail data for January to September, is anticipated to be released soon, which will provide insights into the economic landscape [7] - The People's Bank of China is expected to implement a moderately loose monetary policy to support economic stability, while also enhancing financial risk monitoring and management [9] Corporate News - Zijin Mining reported a net profit exceeding $900 million for the first three quarters, while Sany Heavy Industry is set to raise up to 12.36 billion yuan through an IPO [7] - BYD and Geely are recalling over 160,000 vehicles due to safety concerns, highlighting ongoing challenges in the automotive sector [9] Investment Opportunities - The semiconductor industry is witnessing significant investments, with a 20 billion yuan project announced for a high-end analog integrated circuit production line in Xiamen [9] - The ice and snow industry in China is projected to exceed 1 trillion yuan by 2025, indicating a growing market for winter sports and related activities [10]

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Report Summary 1) Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2) Core View of the Report The prices of gold and silver will continue to rise after the price correction stabilizes. The current correction is not a reversal, presenting a good window for buying on dips. The Fed's loose monetary policy is in the early stage, and the overseas silver spot shortage cannot be completely resolved due to structural supply - demand imbalance [1]. 3) Summary by Relevant Catalogs I. Key Shift in the Fed's Monetary Policy Stance - The Fed's monetary policy has entered a key node of dovish shift. Fed Chairman Powell said the US economic data during the government shutdown was better than expected, the downside risk in the labor market has increased, and commodity price increases are mainly due to tariff policies. He also announced that the Fed will soon end the quantitative tightening (QT) operation [4]. - A loan risk event occurred in some small US banks, which, combined with Powell's speech on suspending the balance - sheet shrinkage, provides a solid reason for the Fed to end the balance - sheet shrinkage and move towards expansion. The Fed's loose monetary policy expectations will continue to be a macro - level positive factor for precious metal prices [4]. - The selection of the new Fed Chairman is ongoing. Different candidates have different stances on monetary policy, which may affect the Fed's future policy direction and is expected to be a positive factor for precious metal prices [5]. II. Silver Faces Structural Shortage, and International Silver Prices are Supported - Driven by the increasing expectation of Fed easing, the silver price has been strong this year. From January 2 to October 17, 2025, the price of the COMEX silver main contract increased by 72.72% and reached a record high of $53.76 per ounce [9]. - The strong silver price has led institutions and individual investors at home and abroad to include silver in their investment portfolios. The total holdings of major overseas silver ETFs have increased, and the physical locking of ETFs has made the London silver spot tight [11]. - Although the silver spot lease rate has declined and the COMEX silver inventory has decreased, the New York - London silver price spread has rebounded, and the COMEX12 contract holdings have increased. The shortage of overseas silver spot can only be alleviated in the short term. The strategy for precious metals still recommends a long - term view, and the reference operating ranges for the Shanghai gold and silver main contracts are given [12].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the report 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The current Fed's monetary policy is at the beginning of an easing cycle, and the most important driver - the selection of the new Fed Chair - has not been announced. It is recommended to maintain a long - position mindset in precious metals strategies. After a short - term rapid price correction and stabilization, it will form a good window for buying on dips. The reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai Gold is 934 - 1050 yuan/gram, and for the main contract of Shanghai Silver is 10937 - 12500 yuan/kilogram [4] 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Market Quotes - On October 20, 2025, Shanghai Gold fell 1.27% to 973.88 yuan/gram, Shanghai Silver fell 3.94% to 11748.00 yuan/kilogram; COMEX Gold fell 0.85% to 4267.90 US dollars/ounce, COMEX Silver fell 5.01% to 50.63 US dollars/ounce. The US 10 - year Treasury yield was reported at 4.02%, and the US dollar index was reported at 98.56 [2] - The Fed's monetary policy has entered a critical turning point. Fed Chairman Powell said that the US economic data during the government shutdown was better than expected, the downside risk in the labor market has increased, and commodity price increases are mainly due to tariff policies. He announced that the Fed will soon end the quantitative tightening (QT) operation. Recently, loan risk events occurred in some small US banks, which, combined with Powell's speech, provides a reason for the Fed to end balance - sheet contraction and move towards expansion [2] - On October 17, the silver spot leasing rate dropped significantly from 25.8% to 15.9%. From October 1 to the present, COMEX silver inventory decreased by 663.3 tons to 15845 tons. The silver price difference between New York and London has recovered. Overseas silver spot shortages are not a short - term event, and the tight supply of overseas silver spot will continue to support the silver price [3] 3.2 Strategy Views - It is recommended to maintain a long - position mindset in precious metals strategies. After a short - term rapid price correction and stabilization, it will form a good window for buying on dips. The reference operating range for the main contract of Shanghai Gold is 934 - 1050 yuan/gram, and for the main contract of Shanghai Silver is 10937 - 12500 yuan/kilogram [4] 3.3 Data Summary - For COMEX Gold on October 17, 2025, the closing price of the active contract was 4267.90 US dollars/ounce, a decrease of 1.76% from the previous day; the trading volume was 55.89 million lots, an increase of 52.37%; the open interest was 52.88 million lots, an increase of 2.43% [7] - For COMEX Silver on October 17, 2025, the closing price of the active contract was 50.63 US dollars/ounce, a decrease of 5.25% from the previous day; the open interest was 16.58 million lots, an increase of 1.75%; the inventory was 15846 tons, a decrease of 0.53% [7]