1. Industry Investment Rating - Gold: Cautiously bullish [8] - Silver: Neutral [8] - Arbitrage: Go long on the gold-silver ratio on dips [9] - Options: Hold off [9] 2. Core Viewpoints - Loose expectations continue to play out, and precious metals continue to strengthen [1] - The US inflation in November and the unexpectedly high unemployment rate provide strong macro support for precious metals, and the gold price is expected to be in a volatile and upward pattern [8] - The silver price is strong due to spot shortages and has hit a record high, but there is a need to be wary of the risk of taking profits from high-level fluctuations [8] 3. Summary by Directory Market Analysis - Fed Governor Milan said that if the Fed does not continue to cut interest rates next year, it may face the risk of triggering an economic recession [1] - US President Trump will appoint a new Fed Chair in the first week of January next year, and he hopes to choose a successor who supports growth-friendly monetary policies [1] - The EU decided to extend economic sanctions against Russia for another 6 months until July 31, 2026, covering multiple fields [1] Futures Quotes and Trading Volume - On December 22, 2025, the Shanghai gold main contract opened at 979.90 yuan/gram and closed at 1000.86 yuan/gram, a change of 2.14% from the previous trading day's close [2] - The Shanghai silver main contract opened at 15,374.00 yuan/kilogram and closed at 16,210.00 yuan/kilogram, a change of 5.42% from the previous trading day's close [2] US Treasury Yield and Spread Monitoring - On December 22, 2025, the US 10-year Treasury yield closed at 4.161%, up 2.35 BP from the previous trading day [3] - The 10-year and 2-year spread was 0.68%, a change of 0.02% from the previous trading day [3] Position and Trading Volume Changes of Gold and Silver on the SHFE - On the Au2602 contract, the long position changed by 5,098 lots and the short position changed by 4,860 lots compared with the previous day [4] - On the Ag2602 contract, the long position changed by 563 lots and the short position changed by 36 lots [4] Precious Metal ETF Position Tracking - The gold ETF position was 1,052.54 tons, unchanged from the previous trading day [5] - The silver ETF position was 16,066 tons, an increase of 48 tons from the previous trading day [5] Precious Metal Arbitrage Tracking - On December 22, 2025, the domestic premium of gold was -8.18 yuan/gram, and the domestic premium of silver was -1,635.83 yuan/kilogram [6] - The price ratio of the main gold and silver contracts on the SHFE was about 61.74, a change of 0.88% from the previous trading day, and the overseas gold-silver ratio was 65.78, a change of 0.91% from the previous trading day [6] Fundamentals - The trading volume of gold on the Shanghai Gold Exchange T+d market was 59,388 kilograms, a change of 13.16% from the previous trading day [7] - The trading volume of silver was 1,056,792 kilograms, a change of 0.54% from the previous trading day [7] - The gold delivery volume was 11,872 kilograms, and the silver delivery volume was 84,600 kilograms [7] Strategy - Gold: It is expected that the gold price will be in a volatile and upward pattern in the near term, and the oscillation range of the Au2602 contract may be between 980 yuan/gram and 1,020 yuan/gram [8] - Silver: The silver price is expected to maintain an oscillatory pattern, and the oscillation range of the Ag2602 contract may be between 15,700 yuan/kilogram and 16,700 yuan/kilogram [8] - Arbitrage: Go long on the gold-silver ratio on dips [9] - Options: Hold off [9]

Group 1 - The core signal from global markets indicates that concerns over economic growth are replacing inflation fears as the key variable influencing asset prices [1] - A contradictory U.S. employment report triggered this shift, showing moderate growth in non-farm payrolls but an increase in the unemployment rate to 4.6%, a three-year high, alongside significant downward revisions of previous data [1] - The market interprets this as a green light for the Federal Reserve to initiate a rate-cutting cycle, strengthening expectations for a policy shift and causing a chain reaction across asset classes [1] Group 2 - The U.S. dollar index continues to weaken due to the soft economic data, particularly the rise in unemployment, which undermines the dollar's interest rate advantage [1] - The U.S. stock market displays a mixed pattern of "recession trades" and "easing trades," with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 under pressure, particularly in the energy sector, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq index rises due to lower long-term interest rates benefiting growth-oriented tech companies [1] - Commodity markets reacted directly to growth concerns, with international oil prices plummeting nearly 3%, reaching their lowest since early 2021, driven by fears of demand shrinkage and oversupply due to potential peace agreements in the Russia-Ukraine conflict [1] Group 3 - Gold prices surged after the data release, reflecting increased attractiveness as a zero-yield asset due to rate-cut expectations, maintaining above $4300 per ounce despite slight pullbacks [2] - The market's focus is shifting from "how persistent inflation is" to "how weak the economy is," with Federal Reserve policy expectations becoming the anchor for asset pricing [2] - Domestic market dynamics may be influenced by the combination of overseas recession and easing expectations, alongside significant domestic policy advancements such as the Hainan Free Trade Port closure and Level 3 autonomous driving commercial licenses [2]

当然，12月美联储"鹰派降息"也没帮上忙，证据是美债长端利率还在上行，扩表的直接外溢效果有限比12月降息更重要的事。 所以，给定整体信用周期拐点的大背景+短期政策增量预期没能兑现+美联储宽松也没帮上忙+还有其他如基准变化可能导致调仓的扰动等等流动 性的新变化，四季度以来的弱势，并不完全意外。 年底是政策空窗期，这周还有日央行加息，所以先得过去这几个事件，然后再看新的催化剂。针对上面的几个因素：宽松预期看明年初美联储新 主席提名，需求增量看美国财政发力进度，内部看我们政策的进展如近期频繁提及的消费和扩大内需政策。 这两天AH两地市场连续大幅回调，港股恒指跌破120天半年线，回踩30周线，恒科更是跌破250天年线。回想起来，上周五的大涨倒是一度让很多 人感觉到"意外"，找不到直接的催化剂，以为漏掉了什么关键信息。 近期的弱势意外么？我们在9月就提示四季度信用周期将拐点向下，除非政策大举发力。信用周期拐点不一定马上导致市场回调，但会约束市场上 行空间，如果还叠加了一些资金面和外部扰动，就会导致情绪收缩的回调局面，这也是我们一直维持恒指今年点位26,000没有再上调的原因 中美 信用周期或再迎拐点。只不过，当时预期还 ...

Core Viewpoint - Gold prices are under pressure, fluctuating below $4200, with limited upward momentum despite a lack of strong bearish sentiment. Improved market risk appetite and a modest recovery of the dollar have weakened gold's safe-haven support, although expectations for monetary easing provide some support for gold prices [1][3]. Group 1: Market Conditions - Recent economic data has reinforced expectations for monetary easing, with November private sector employment unexpectedly decreasing by 32,000, contrasting sharply with previous growth. This has led the market to anticipate a 25 basis point cut in policy rates next week [3]. - The low interest rate environment enhances the relative attractiveness of non-yielding assets like gold, and with limited dollar rebound, gold's medium-term support structure remains relatively solid [3]. - Investor caution due to external uncertainties has limited deep corrections in gold prices, with market focus shifting to the upcoming PCE price index to gauge future policy direction [3]. Group 2: Trading Dynamics - Weekly jobless claims and corporate layoff data are expected to provide short-term volatility, but their impact is deemed limited. The overall market focus remains on inflation resilience and policy pace [3]. - In a positive stock market environment, safe-haven demand for gold remains weak, causing prices to hover within a narrow range during Asian and European trading sessions [3]. - The market is likely to remain in a consolidation phase, with limited movement unless significant events occur [3]. Group 3: Technical Analysis - Gold prices have repeatedly faced resistance in the $4245–$4250 range, indicating this level remains a significant upper barrier. If prices continue to decline, the $4164–$4163 weekly low area is expected to serve as initial key support [4]. - A break below this support could test the psychological $4100 level and the important technical convergence area around $4085, which is supported by the 200-period EMA on the 4-hour chart and the upward trend line since October [4]. - Conversely, if gold prices break above $4250 and stabilize in the $4277–$4278 range, there is potential for a renewed challenge of the $4300 level, laying the groundwork for further upward movement [4].

Group 1 - Gold prices remain strong around $4230, supported by weak U.S. economic indicators and expectations of further Federal Reserve policy easing in December [1] - The U.S. ISM Manufacturing PMI has been in contraction for nine consecutive months, dropping to 48.2, which diminishes market confidence in the U.S. economy [1] - The probability of a 25 basis point rate cut this month has increased to 87%, contributing to an upward trend in gold prices [1] Group 2 - The U.S. government shutdown has delayed the release of official data, leading to limited information for investors [2] - Key upcoming data, including ADP employment figures and ISM Services Index, will be crucial for short-term policy direction, with mixed expectations regarding the Federal Reserve's actions in December [2] - The market is also monitoring discussions around potential changes in the Federal Reserve chair position, which could introduce further uncertainty in interest rate expectations [2] Group 3 - Weak data and expectations of monetary easing continue to support gold, but cooling physical demand at high price levels and a potential rebound in the dollar may lead to increased volatility [3] - The upcoming U.S. data releases will be central to market performance, with the Federal Reserve's policy decisions under uncertainty due to incomplete data [3]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the content 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The bond market fluctuates between stable growth and easing expectations, affected by the stock market, delayed Fed rate - cut expectations, and increased global trade uncertainties. It is recommended to pay attention to the policy signals at the end of the month in the short term [1][3] - For trading strategies, the 2603 contract of treasury bond futures is neutral for unilateral trading; pay attention to the decline of the 2603 basis for arbitrage; and short - side investors can use far - month contracts for appropriate hedging due to the medium - term adjustment pressure [4] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Interest Rate Pricing Tracking Indicators - Price indicators: China's CPI (monthly) has a month - on - month and year - on - year increase of 0.20%; China's PPI (monthly) has a month - on - month increase of 0.10% and a year - on - year decrease of 2.10% [9] - Economic indicators (monthly update): Social financing scale is 437.72 trillion yuan, with a month - on - month increase of 0.64 trillion yuan and a growth rate of 0.15%; M2 year - on - year is 8.20%, with a decrease of 0.20 percentage points and a decline rate of 2.38%; Manufacturing PMI is 49.20%, with an increase of 0.20 percentage points and a growth rate of 0.41% [10] - Economic indicators (daily update): The US dollar index is 99.42, with a decrease of 0.05 and a decline rate of 0.05%; The US dollar against the offshore RMB is 7.0710, with a change of 0.000 and a decline rate of 0.01%; SHIBOR 7 - day is 1.45, with an increase of 0.02 and a growth rate of 1.18%; DR007 is 1.46, with a decrease of 0.01 and a decline rate of 0.60%; R007 is 1.51, with a decrease of 0.02 and a decline rate of 1.24%; The 3 - month inter - bank certificate of deposit (AAA) is 1.59, with a change of 0.00 and a decline rate of 0.11%; The AA - AAA credit spread (1Y) is 0.10, with a change of 0.00 and a decline rate of 0.11% [10] 3.2 Overview of the Treasury Bond and Treasury Bond Futures Market - On December 1, 2025, the closing prices of TS, TF, T, and TL were 102.41 yuan, 105.84 yuan, 108.04 yuan, and 114.37 yuan respectively, with the corresponding price changes of 0.03%, 0.10%, 0.12%, and - 0.08% [3] - The average net basis of TS, TF, T, and TL was - 0.037 yuan, - 0.149 yuan, - 0.143 yuan, and - 0.139 yuan respectively [3] - There are multiple figures showing the closing price trends, price changes, capital flow, position ratios, etc. of treasury bond futures [7][12][15] 3.3 Overview of the Money Market Funding Situation - From January to October 2025, the general public budget revenue increased by 0.8% year - on - year, with tax revenue improving for eight consecutive months, but non - tax revenue dragging down the overall growth rate. The general public budget expenditure increased only by 2% year - on - year and slowed down for three consecutive months [2] - At the end of October, the social financing and credit maintained a low - level expansion, while government bond issuance remained strong, and the financing demand of enterprises and residents was weak. The M1 declined, and the M2 - M1 gap widened, indicating weak business vitality in the real economy [2] - On December 1, 2025, the central bank conducted 107.6 billion yuan of 7 - day reverse repurchase operations at a fixed interest rate of 1.4% [2] - The main term repurchase rates of 1D, 7D, 14D, and 1M were 1.307%, 1.454%, 1.477%, and 1.519% respectively, and the repurchase rates have rebounded recently [2] - There are multiple figures showing the Shibor rate trends, inter - bank certificate of deposit yields, bank - to - bank pledged repurchase transactions, and local government bond issuance [7][26][29] 3.4 Spread Overview - There are multiple figures showing the inter - term spread trends of treasury bond futures and the term spread between spot bonds and cross - variety spreads of futures [7][28][33] 3.5 Two - year Treasury Bond Futures - There are figures showing the implied interest rate and maturity yield of the two - year treasury bond futures main contract, the IRR of the TS main contract and the funding rate, and the three - year basis and net basis trends of the TS main contract [7][36][46] 3.6 Five - year Treasury Bond Futures - There are figures showing the implied interest rate and maturity yield of the five - year treasury bond futures main contract, the IRR of the TF main contract and the funding rate, and the three - year basis and net basis trends of the TF main contract [7][48][52] 3.7 Ten - year Treasury Bond Futures - There are figures showing the implied yield and maturity yield of the ten - year treasury bond futures main contract, the IRR of the T main contract and the funding rate, and the three - year basis and net basis trends of the T main contract [7][54][56] 3.8 Thirty - year Treasury Bond Futures - There are figures showing the implied yield and maturity yield of the thirty - year treasury bond futures main contract, the IRR of the TL main contract and the funding rate, and the three - year basis and net basis trends of the TL main contract [7][61][67]

Report Summary 1. Report Purpose - The report objectively reflects the research views of futures and securities companies on various commodity varieties, tracks hot varieties, analyzes market investment sentiment, and summarizes investment driving logic. It is for internal company use only and does not constitute personal investment advice [1]. 2. Market Data 2.1. Commodity Prices and Weekly Changes | Asset Class | Sub - variety | Closing Price (2025/11/21) | Weekly Change (11/17 - 11/21) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Commodities | Iron ore | 785.50 | 1.68% | | | Corn | 2195.00 | 0.46% | | | Rebar | 3057.00 | 0.13% | | | PTA | 4666.00 | - 0.72% | | | Palm oil | 8550.00 | - 1.09% | | | Polysilicon | 53360.00 | - 1.27% | | | Copper | 85660.00 | - 1.43% | | | Crude oil | 447.40 | - 2.19% | | | Aluminum | 21340.00 | - 2.29% | | | Methanol | 2004.00 | - 2.48% | | | Soybean meal | 3012.00 | - 2.59% | | | Gold | 926.94 | - 2.75% | | | Ethylene glycol | 3808.00 | - 2.91% | | | PVC | 4456.00 | - 3.30% | | | Live pigs | 11350.00 | - 3.61% | | | Glass | 987.00 | - 4.36% | | | Silver | 11680.00 | - 5.62% | | | Coking coal | 1103.00 | - 7.47% | 2.2. Stock Indexes and Weekly Changes | Stock Index | Closing Price (2025/11/21) | Weekly Change (11/17 - 11/21) | | --- | --- | --- | | Shanghai 50 | 2955.85 | - 2.72% | | CSI 300 | 4453.61 | - 3.77% | | CSI 500 | 6817.41 | - 5.78% | | FTSE 100 | 9539.71 | - 1.64% | | S&P 500 | 6602.99 | - 1.95% | | France CAC40 | 7982.65 | - 2.29% | | NASDAQ Index | 22273.08 | - 2.74% | | Nikkei 225 | 48625.88 | - 3.48% | | Hang Seng Index | 25220.02 | - 5.09% | 2.3. Bonds and Weekly Changes | Bond | Closing Price (2025/11/21) | Weekly Change (11/17 - 11/21) | | --- | --- | --- | | 5 - year Chinese Treasury bond | 1.59 | + 0.62bp | | 10 - year Chinese Treasury bond | 1.82 | + 0.14bp | | 2 - year Chinese Treasury bond | 1.43 | - 0.45bp | 2.4. Foreign Exchange and Weekly Changes | Foreign Exchange | Closing Price (2025/11/21) | Weekly Change (11/17 - 11/21) | | --- | --- | --- | | US Dollar Index | 100.15 | + 0.87% | | US Dollar Intermediate Price | 7.09 | + 0.07% | | Euro - US Dollar | 1.15 | - 0.93% | [2] 3. Commodity Views 3.1. Macro - Financial Sector - **Stock Index Futures** - Strategy View: 3 out of 8 institutions are bullish, 0 are bearish, and 5 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Nvidia's better - than - expected performance eases AI bubble concerns; Fed officials' remarks boost rate - cut expectations; loose expectations remain, and the stock index may stage a phased recovery; significant short - term decline with strong downside support. - Bearish Logic: Fed's hawkish stance causes liquidity expectations to fluctuate; rising US Dollar Index suppresses global risk appetite; AI bubble controversy affects tech stocks; fading speculative sentiment leads to reduced trading volume [4]. - **Treasury Bond Futures** - Strategy View: 1 out of 7 institutions is bullish, 0 are bearish, and 6 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Weak fundamental data and insufficient domestic demand support loose expectations; central bank's restart of Treasury bond trading signals policy support; medium - to - long - term allocation demand pulls interest rates down; limited incremental policies at the end of the year. - Bearish Logic: Low expectation of further rate cuts, lack of upward momentum; tight external market liquidity affects the bond market; new redemption rules suppress the bond market, especially 30 - year bonds [4]. 3.2. Energy Sector - **Crude Oil** - Strategy View: 0 out of 8 institutions are bullish, 4 are bearish, and 4 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: OPEC + suspends production increase, tightening supply expectations; northern hemisphere's heating season boosts demand; geopolitical risks in South America remain; short - term disruption of Libyan exports; Fed officials' calming remarks boost rate - cut expectations; potential stabilization after short - term oversold. - Bearish Logic: Persistent global supply surplus and inventory accumulation; fluctuating Fed rate - cut expectations and tight liquidity; overall slowdown in fourth - quarter demand; significant decline in geopolitical risks [5]. 3.3. Agricultural Products Sector - **Palm Oil** - Strategy View: 0 out of 7 institutions are bullish, 3 are bearish, and 4 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Malaysia enters the production - reduction season, easing supply pressure; India's import profit recovery may increase procurement; Indonesia's B50 policy boosts long - term biodiesel demand; widening international soybean - palm oil price difference makes palm oil more cost - effective. - Bearish Logic: US cancellation of relevant energy offices is negative for biodiesel policies; weak Malaysian palm oil exports in November; large domestic inventory accumulation; winter consumption off - season and expected inventory build - up [5]. 3.4. Non - Ferrous Metals Sector - **Aluminum** - Strategy View: 0 out of 7 institutions are bullish, 2 are bearish, and 5 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Low inventory provides price support; limited supply increase expected in 2026, maintaining a tight supply - demand balance; emerging sectors like energy storage drive long - term aluminum consumption. - Bearish Logic: AI bubble concerns affect metal performance; cooling Fed rate - cut expectations pressure metal prices; potential decline in photovoltaic production may suppress aluminum consumption; high prices squeeze processing profits; industry off - season affects demand and开工 [6]. 3.5. Chemical Sector - **Methanol** - Strategy View: 0 out of 7 institutions are bullish, 3 are bearish, and 4 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Potential winter maintenance in Iran may reduce imports; attention to year - end maintenance of southwest gas - based producers; increased losses in coal - to - methanol production may force a reduction in operating loads; low valuation limits downside space. - Bearish Logic: Weakening macro - drivers lead to trading of weak fundamentals; high import arrivals and expected port inventory build - up; compressed MTO profits reduce methanol procurement; weakening coal - based cost support [6]. 3.6. Precious Metals Sector - **Gold** - Strategy View: 2 out of 8 institutions are bullish, 2 are bearish, and 4 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Fed officials' dovish signals boost rate - cut expectations; geopolitical and policy uncertainties increase gold's safe - haven appeal; US debt credit issues weaken long - term US dollar confidence; global central banks' continuous gold purchases support long - term demand. - Bearish Logic: Large internal differences within the Fed lead to unclear policy guidance; better - than - expected non - farm payrolls strengthen the hawkish stance; improving US dollar liquidity may increase market risk appetite [7]. 3.7. Black Metals Sector - **Coking Coal** - Strategy View: 0 out of 7 institutions are bullish, 3 are bearish, and 4 expect a sideways trend. - Bullish Logic: Tight supply expectations of Australian coal may support import costs; potential decline in production after year - end production targets are met; increased demand from winter heating. - Bearish Logic: Supply - guarantee policies make the market cautious; increased steel mill losses lead to reduced hot metal production; significant increase in Mongolian coal customs clearance; more online auction failures indicate weak demand; high coking coal inventory in coke enterprises reduces restocking willingness [7].

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Domestic Economic Outlook - The annual economic growth target is largely achieved, but Q4 growth may further slow down, with high-frequency data indicating a significant decline in asphalt and cement production rates compared to the same period last year[6][17]. - October fiscal data suggests adjustments in year-end fiscal rhythm, allowing for a lower completion rate of the annual budget, with a notable decrease in expenditure despite a good revenue month[6][20]. Overseas Economic Factors - The Federal Reserve may skip interest rate cuts in December, which could lead to continued pressure on U.S. stocks and have a spillover effect on the domestic market[6][18]. - The October FOMC minutes reveal serious divisions regarding potential rate cuts, with concerns that further cuts could exacerbate inflation risks[6][18]. - The Epstein case is gaining attention, with potential implications for U.S. political stability, as it could lead to significant repercussions across various sectors[6][18]. Asset Allocation Insights - Domestic investment institutions are expected to start positioning for 2026 in December, driven by anticipated monetary easing following the appointment of a new Fed chair[6][19]. - The Q2 2026 PCE index is likely to turn positive, potentially signaling the start of an inflationary trend[6][19]. Market Performance Overview - A-shares experienced collective declines, with the Shanghai Composite Index down 3.90% this week, while the Shenzhen Component fell 5.13%[40]. - The U.S. stock market also faced downward adjustments, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average decreasing by 1.91%[40].

Core Viewpoint - The recent factors influencing the gold market include geopolitical tensions, Federal Reserve policy discussions, delayed economic data, and global central bank gold purchases providing long-term support [1] Geopolitical Factors - Geopolitical tensions are expected to continue providing a stable safe-haven support for international gold prices, with no substantial easing anticipated in the short term [1] Federal Reserve Policy - The Federal Reserve's policy dynamics are dominating market fluctuations, with the release of the October monetary policy meeting minutes and key official speeches this week. Market focus is on inflation assessments and discussions regarding the timing of interest rate cuts. The probability of a rate cut in December has dropped to 44%, and the minutes and speeches will further calibrate market expectations [1] Economic Data - Delayed economic data is a critical variable, with the U.S. September non-farm payrolls and other delayed data set to be released this week. The market anticipates an increase of approximately 65,000 jobs and an unemployment rate of 4.3%. The performance of this data will directly impact interest rate cut expectations [1] Central Bank Gold Purchases - Global central bank gold purchases are expected to provide long-term support for gold prices, continuing to bolster the market in the medium to long term [1] Price Outlook - The international gold price is likely to exhibit a strong oscillating trend this week, primarily supported by geopolitical risks and expectations of monetary easing. Technically, strong support is seen at $3,990 per ounce, with potential resistance at $4,055 per ounce, which could lead to a challenge of the $4,080 to $4,100 range. A drop below key support may test $3,950 per ounce. Short-term volatility is anticipated due to data and monetary policy perspectives, with an overall expected fluctuation range of $3,950 to $4,100 per ounce [1]