Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the non-ferrous metals sector [2]. Core Insights - Gold prices are influenced by tariff policies, which create uncertainty and trigger risk aversion in the short term. The expectation of stagflation in the U.S. due to tariffs positions gold as an optimal asset allocation choice in the medium term. Long-term, the loosening of global capital ties to dollar assets may lead to increased inflows into gold from various global funds [1][9]. - The Federal Reserve's neutral stance is seen as supportive for gold prices, with recent comments from officials indicating no immediate need for rate hikes, which helps maintain a favorable environment for gold [1][9]. - Copper prices are stabilizing, with improving demand and decreasing domestic inventory. The report suggests that copper mining equities present a good opportunity for long-term investment [10][12]. Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Research Insights - Gold's price dynamics are primarily driven by tariff uncertainties, which affect market sentiment and asset allocation strategies [1][9]. - The Federal Reserve's current neutral position is beneficial for gold prices, with no immediate rate hikes expected [1][9]. 2. Sector Performance - The non-ferrous metals index increased by 0.78%, underperforming the broader market [12]. - Gold was the best-performing segment, rising by 4.58%, followed by nickel, cobalt, tin, and antimony [12]. 3. Metal Prices and Inventory 3.1. New Energy Metals - Cobalt prices increased, while lithium prices showed a slight decline [21][23]. 3.2. Base Metals - Copper prices rose by 1.63% to 76,000 CNY/ton, while aluminum prices remained stable [31][32]. 3.3. Precious Metals - COMEX gold prices rose by 2.6% to 3,328 USD/ounce, and silver prices increased by 1.8% to 32.47 USD/ounce [44][45].