Group 1: Market Overview - The gold market experienced a gap down on Monday and continued to decline, showing alternating bearish and bullish patterns, ultimately closing the week with a bearish candle featuring a long lower shadow [1] - U.S. April CPI data showed a mild performance, leading to a decrease in inflation expectations and a stronger dollar, which pressured gold prices. The April PPI unexpectedly fell by 0.5%, while retail sales growth dropped significantly from 1.7% in March to 0.1%, indicating increased economic slowdown pressures [2] - Geopolitical risks, particularly the stalemate in Russia-Ukraine peace talks and uncertainties surrounding U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations, have heightened demand for gold as a safe haven [3] Group 2: Economic Indicators - The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield fell by 11 basis points to 4.435%, increasing market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut, with a 75.4% probability for a September cut, providing some support for gold prices [2] - The recent easing of trade tensions between the U.S. and China, with mutual tariff cancellations, has temporarily alleviated trade friction, impacting market sentiment [4] Group 3: Federal Reserve Policy Outlook - Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell acknowledged challenges facing the U.S. economy and the Fed, indicating potential volatility in future inflation. Although he did not elaborate on rate cut expectations, the recent CPI data has intensified pressure on the Fed to lower rates [5] - Wall Street's major banks have postponed their expectations for a Fed rate cut due to easing trade tensions, complicating the impact on gold prices [5] Group 4: Technical Analysis - The gold market is currently in a corrective phase, having encountered strong resistance at the 3500 level. The recent price action suggests that gold may have entered a fourth wave adjustment structure [9] - A breakdown below the 3202 support level confirmed the start of a C-wave decline, with a potential short-term rebound observed near the 3120 level. The focus will be on whether gold can stabilize above 3120 to initiate a rebound [11][12]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles indicates that the gold market is experiencing a complex situation influenced by weak U.S. economic data, rising recession risks, and geopolitical tensions [1][2] - U.S. economic indicators for April showed a significant decline, with the Producer Price Index (PPI) falling by 0.5%, retail sales growth dropping from 1.7% in March to 0.1%, and manufacturing output decreasing by 0.4% [1] - The gold price has broken below the key support level of $3200 per ounce, with a potential downward target of around $2900 per ounce, indicating a continuation of the bearish trend [2] Group 2 - Technical analysis suggests that the recent price movements are characterized as a technical correction rather than a trend reversal, with a significant resistance level at $3500 per ounce [2] - The current price rebound around $3160 is viewed as a short-term opportunity, with specific trading strategies recommended for both buying on dips and selling on rebounds [4] - The articles emphasize the importance of monitoring upcoming economic indicators, such as the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index and the import price index, as well as geopolitical developments related to the Russia-Ukraine negotiations [1]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints - The overall market is influenced by a combination of factors including weak US economic data, geopolitical tensions, and trade policy uncertainties. Different commodities show diverse trends based on their specific supply - demand fundamentals and macro - economic impacts [2][4][6]. Summary by Commodity Categories Macro - Overseas: US April retail sales had a 0.1% month - on - month increase, with weak consumer spending in optional categories. April PPI rose 2.4% year - on - year, lower than expected, and dropped 0.5% month - on - month. The dollar index fell to 100.7, 10Y US Treasury yield to 4.43%. Gold rebounded nearly 2% after hitting a one - month low, oil prices dropped over 2% due to supply expectations, and copper prices rose. Powell mentioned policy framework adjustments and potential long - term interest rate hikes [2]. - Domestic: A - shares declined on low volume. The bond market saw rising Treasury yields despite the arrival of trillion - level reserve requirement ratio cut funds due to concerns about the central bank's policy shift [3]. Precious Metals - International precious metal futures prices rebounded. COMEX gold futures rose 1.74% to $3243.90 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures rose 1.07% to $32.79 per ounce. Weak US economic data, a weaker dollar index, and increased geopolitical risk aversion drove the rise. Short - term price rebounds are expected, but prices are still in a phased adjustment [4][5]. Copper - LME copper inventory dropped to 186,000 tons. The global economic growth is expected to slow to 2.4% in 2025. Codelco and Rio Tinto plan to explore a new copper project in Chile. With low inventory and some positive factors, copper prices are expected to be strongly volatile in the short term [6][7]. Aluminum - Shanghai aluminum futures rose 0.47% to 20,250 yuan/ton, while LME aluminum fell 0.93% to $2499/ton. Aluminum inventories decreased significantly. Weak US economic data increased macro - pressure, but inventory reduction supported prices. Aluminum prices are expected to be short - term strong but with limited upside [8][9][10]. Alumina - Alumina futures rose 4.93% to 2019 yuan/ton. Supply is tight due to enterprise maintenance and production cuts, and the market is expected to be bullish. Attention should be paid to supply - demand pattern changes [11]. Zinc - US economic data led to increased expectations of interest rate cuts, boosting zinc prices. However, the supply growth rate is higher than the demand growth rate. Zinc prices are expected to be strongly volatile in the short term [12]. Lead - Due to inventory accumulation and weak consumption in the off - season, the fundamental support for lead prices is insufficient. But the positive macro - environment supports short - term high - level consolidation [13]. Tin - The supply - demand of tin is currently in a weak balance. The short - term trend is strong but faces pressure from the 40 - day moving average. Attention should be paid to inventory data [14][15]. Industrial Silicon - The supply is under pressure, and the demand is weak, especially in the photovoltaic industry. The market is expected to remain in a low - level oscillation [16][17]. Lithium Carbonate - The short - term fundamental situation is bearish, with high inventory suppressing prices. Lithium prices may attempt a second downward breakthrough [18][19]. Nickel - The market has different expectations after the easing of tariff frictions. The supply surplus exists, and nickel prices are expected to oscillate [20]. Crude Oil - Crude oil prices are under pressure due to the expected increase in supply from the potential US - Iran agreement. However, considering the current price level, it is not advisable to short Shanghai crude oil futures at present [21]. Steel (Rebar and Hot - Rolled Coil) - Steel demand has recovered but with limited strength. Supply is stable, and steel prices are expected to oscillate [22][23]. Iron Ore - Steel mills' demand is falling, and the supply is generally loose. Iron ore prices are expected to oscillate under pressure [24]. Soybean and Rapeseed Meal - US soybean crushing was higher than expected, and the drought in the US soybean - growing area increased. With weak domestic demand and falling Brazilian discounts, double - meal prices are expected to be weakly volatile [25][26]. Palm Oil - The sharp decline in US soybean oil prices drags down the palm oil market. Although Malaysian palm oil exports increased in the first half of May, the expected increase in domestic inventory in June may put pressure on prices. Palm oil is expected to oscillate in the short term [27][28].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news highlights that recent economic data from the U.S. has opened up greater space for adjustments in the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, leading to increased expectations for a loosening cycle [2] - Key economic indicators released on Thursday showed a comprehensive weakening: the Producer Price Index (PPI) unexpectedly fell by 0.5% month-on-month, significantly deviating from the market expectation of a 0.2% increase; retail sales growth plummeted from 1.7% in March to just 0.1%; and manufacturing output declined by 0.4% year-on-year, exceeding the expected drop of 0.2% [2] - The bond market reacted sharply, with the 10-year Treasury yield dropping by 11 basis points to 4.435%, marking the largest decline in nearly two months; the more policy-sensitive 2-year yield fell by 9.2 basis points to 3.961% [2] Group 2 - Current consumer weakness may have surpassed the impact of tariffs, indicating a deeper demand contraction, as warned by Macquarie strategist Thierry Wizman [2] - Walmart's decision to incorporate tariff costs into its pricing structure signifies that pressure on the consumer side may transition from expectation to a tangible impact [2] - In the silver market, the resistance levels are noted at the 7.690-7.760 range, while support levels are identified at 7.330-7.390 [3]

Market Overview - The A-share market continued to rise, with the ChiNext index increasing by over 1.65%, while total trading volume decreased to 1.32 trillion yuan compared to the previous day [1][4] - The Federal Reserve maintained the federal funds target rate at 4.25-4.50%, aligning with market expectations, and kept the balance sheet reduction pace unchanged [2][3] Federal Reserve Insights - The Fed's recent meeting indicated a cautious stance on monetary policy adjustments, with market expectations for three rate cuts this year in July, September, and December [1][2] - Powell highlighted the uncertainty surrounding tariffs and its impact on inflation and growth, suggesting a wait-and-see approach [2] Central Bank Actions - As of the end of April, China's gold reserves reached 73.77 million ounces (approximately 2,294.51 tons), marking a month-on-month increase of 70,000 ounces (about 2.18 tons) for the sixth consecutive month [2] - The continuous increase in gold reserves reflects concerns over global economic uncertainty and risks associated with the US dollar [3] Sector Performance - In the A-share market, the telecommunications, defense, and power equipment sectors led the gains, with increases of 2.60%, 2.57%, and 1.62% respectively [4] - Conversely, the beauty care, non-ferrous metals, and steel sectors experienced declines of 0.96%, 0.43%, and 0.38% respectively [4] Trading Data - The market's trading volume was reported at 1,321.94 billion yuan, showing a decrease from the previous trading day [5] - The margin trading balance rose to 1,808.746 billion yuan, indicating an increase compared to the prior day [5]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve's stance on high tariffs indicates potential significant impacts on the U.S. economy, particularly the labor market, with a possibility of rising unemployment if tariffs are reinstated [1][3]. Group 1: Economic Impact of Tariffs - Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller expressed concerns that reinstating high tariffs could lead to layoffs and a significant increase in the unemployment rate [1]. - Waller noted that while the impact of tariffs may not be immediate before July, the full restoration of high tariffs could directly affect the U.S. job market [1][3]. - The potential for a sharp rise in unemployment may prompt the Federal Reserve to consider interest rate cuts as a response to economic slowdown [1][3]. Group 2: Federal Reserve's Policy Flexibility - Waller's comments reflect the Federal Reserve's sensitivity to economic conditions, indicating a willingness to adjust monetary policy based on labor market performance [3]. - Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester highlighted the need for clearer economic data before the Fed considers adjusting interest rates, adding uncertainty to future policy directions [5]. - The Fed's approach may remain patient, awaiting more definitive economic signals before making any decisions regarding interest rate changes [5].