Core Viewpoint - The President of the San Francisco Federal Reserve, Daly, stated that the FOMC's monetary policy is prepared to respond to the economic situation in the United States [1] Group 1 - The FOMC is ready to adjust its monetary policy based on the evolving economic conditions in the U.S. [1]

Core Viewpoint - Recent global risk aversion has decreased, leading to significant fluctuations in international gold prices, with key resistance at $3250 per ounce and a drop below $3230 per ounce observed [1][2]. Market Trends - On May 14, the London spot gold price fell to below $3230 per ounce, reaching a low of $3221.45 per ounce, while COMEX gold futures also dropped below $3230 per ounce [2]. - Domestic jewelry gold prices have also declined, with prices for gold jewelry falling below 1000 yuan per gram, specifically to 992 yuan per gram for Zhou Shiliu and 980 yuan per gram for Caibai [2]. Investment Flows - In April, global physical gold ETFs saw inflows of $11 billion, with Asia accounting for 65% of the total inflow, primarily driven by the Chinese market, which saw inflows surpassing the total for the first quarter of 2025 [3]. Trading Activity - April recorded an average daily trading volume of $441 billion in gold markets, a 48% increase month-on-month, with the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) seeing a 31% increase in off-exchange trading volume [4]. - As of the end of April, net long positions in COMEX gold futures decreased by 30% to 566 tons, with fund managers' net long positions dropping to 360 tons, a 35% decline from the average level in 2024 [4]. Short-term Outlook - Market sentiment is cautious regarding short-term gold price movements, with expectations of a potential adjustment as the U.S. Federal Reserve maintains a hawkish stance [4]. - Analysts predict that while short-term pressures exist, the risk of U.S. economic recession may lead to a shift towards looser monetary policy in the second half of the year, supporting a medium-term upward trend in gold prices [4][5]. Long-term Projections - Institutions remain optimistic about the long-term outlook for gold prices, with Goldman Sachs maintaining a year-end target of $3700 per ounce and predictions from other analysts suggesting potential increases to $4000 per ounce [5]. - Factors such as declining confidence in U.S. assets, concerns over economic recession, and ongoing geopolitical tensions are expected to support gold prices in the long run [5].

步入2025年，美国经济正处于复杂多变的十字路口，一系列关键指标和潜在因素相互交织，描绘出一幅充满韧性却也面临诸多挑战的经济图景。深入剖析美 国经济现状，能为洞察全球经济走向提供关键视角。 增长态势：稳健中显露分化 近年来，美国经济增长展现出一定韧性。2024年第三季度，实际国内生产总值（GDP）年化增长率达2.8%，虽较第二季度的3%有所下滑，但仍彰显出经济 的稳定扩张趋势。消费者支出作为经济增长的关键驱动力，在高利率和谨慎情绪影响下，增长步伐有所放缓。不过，科技与医疗保健等部分行业表现亮眼， 为经济增长注入活力。 从地域维度看，经济复苏呈现不均衡态势。城市中心凭借多元化产业结构和强大创新活力，迅速从疫情冲击中反弹；而部分农村地区及小城市，因投资不 足、就业机会创造缓慢，仍在艰难爬坡。这种地域发展差距，凸显出制定针对性政策，推动经济全面复苏的紧迫性。 通胀形势：降温但依旧高企 劳动力参与率仍低于疫情前水平，特别是老年劳动者与家庭照料者群体。美国商会数据显示，尽管当前就业人数多于疫情前，但劳动力占总人口比例下降。 目前美国有800万个职位空缺，而失业人数仅680万，若劳动力参与率恢复至2020年2月水平，将新 ...

Group 1 - Investors are assessing the US economic conditions under moderate inflation and recent trade agreements, leading to a slight increase in US Treasury prices and a decline in yields [1] - The 2-year Treasury yield decreased by 0.6 basis points to 4.011%, the 10-year yield fell by 2.4 basis points to 4.475%, and the 30-year yield dropped by 2.5 basis points to 4.918% [1] - Mortgage demand in the US has risen for the second consecutive week, indicating that potential buyers are attracted by the increased supply of homes for sale [3] Group 2 - The average contract rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage increased from 6.84% to 6.86%, which is 22 basis points higher than the same period last year [3] - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for April rose by 2.3% year-on-year, which is below economists' expectations of 2.4% and reflects the lowest level since February 2021 [3] - Housing costs were the main driver of inflation in April, despite a decrease in gasoline prices [3] Group 3 - Economists are looking for early signs of tariffs affecting US households, as tariffs are expected to increase consumer prices [4] - Deutsche Bank analysts noted that the impact of tariffs on inflation data is still not fully reflected and may become apparent by June [4] - The UK central bank's chief economist expressed concerns that inflation in the UK may be stronger than expected, potentially requiring higher interest rates than investors anticipate [5] Group 4 - The US Treasury is set to issue a $60 billion 17-week short-term debt on May 14, with additional bonds totaling $160 billion to be issued on May 15 [7]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the criticism of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell by U.S. Vice President Vance, indicating a lack of effective response to the current economic challenges [1][6][7] - Recent economic data from the U.S. shows a contraction in GDP by 0.3% in Q1, marking the first negative growth since Q1 2022, contrasting sharply with previous growth rates of 3.1% and 2.4% in Q3 and Q4 of last year respectively [3][4] - The uncertainty in international trade policies, particularly due to tariffs implemented during the Trump administration, has led to a significant decline in consumer confidence, with the index dropping from 57 in March to 50.8, the lowest in 12 years [4][6] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve's recent decision to maintain the federal funds rate target range at 4.25% to 4.50% for the third consecutive time reflects ongoing concerns about inflation and economic uncertainty [6][7] - The "Beige Book" report from the Federal Reserve indicates minimal changes in economic activity, with the term "tariffs" mentioned 107 times, highlighting the pervasive uncertainty affecting business decisions [4][6] - The combination of weak economic growth, persistent inflation, and trade policy uncertainties suggests that the current policy measures may not be achieving the desired outcomes, raising questions about future adjustments by the Federal Reserve [7]

本周，中美关税暂缓的消息引发美国资产狂欢，导致押注美国经济衰退的投资者损失惨重，大量机构被迫平仓空头头寸，进一步推动美股和美元 剧烈反弹。 此前，央视新闻报道称，商务部表示，美方取消共计91%加征关税，中方相应取消91%反制关税；美方暂停实施24%"对等关税"，中方也相应暂停 实施24%反制关税。 这一消息点燃市场情绪。标普500指数本周以来大涨3.3%，抹去今年以来所有跌幅。同时，美元走强，美债收益率上行，金价大跌，交易者纷纷 退出传统避险资产。 PGIM固定收益部门全球债券主管Robert Tipp表示： 我认为市场被完全打了个措手不及。随着关税让步和协议开始看起来更有可能实现，市场被迫重新评估并进行大规模头寸调整。 这股回流股市的资金潮重创了大型资产管理公司和其他机构投资者，他们之前对美国资产持谨慎立场，担忧经济急剧放缓和美国政策制定的更广 泛忧虑。 逆势而动的机构正在付出代价 分析指出，包括趋势跟踪对冲基金在内的更广泛负面押注，可能因被迫平仓而助涨了市场涨势。 根据华尔街见闻此前文章，美银的基金经理调查（主要在中美日内瓦会谈之前完成）显示，投资者对美国股票持有两年来最悲观的看法，对美元 配置降至200 ...

3. 美银调查：更多投资者认为欧元在5月被低估，英镑估值过高。 美元： 1. 美银基金经理调查：61%的基金经理认为美国经济会软着陆（4月为37%）；26%的人认为会出现硬着 陆（4月为49%）。 2. 美银调查：5月减持美元的投资者比例为2006年以来新高，美元敞口触及19年低点。 3. 美国贸易代表格里尔：10%的全球关税是减少赤字的强大动力。 4. 巴克莱预计美联储将在12月降息，此前预期为7月。2026年3月、6月及9月料降息，每次25个基点。 5. 英国央行货币政策委员曼恩：美元仍然是主导货币。 非美主要货币： 1. 欧洲央行-管委马赫鲁夫：鉴于碎片化引发的冲击在规模、范围以及持续性方面的影响，货币政策应 对措施将需要谨慎调整。管委维勒鲁瓦：特朗普关税加剧了美国通胀，而非欧洲通胀，夏季可能再次降 息。 2. 英国央行首席经济学家皮尔：为确保CPI回到目标水平而采取的货币政策应对措施可能需要更加持 久。 金十数据整理：每日全球外汇市场要闻速递（5月14日） 4. 中国央行今日开展920亿元7天逆回购操作，利率为1.40%，与此前持平。 其他： 1. 印度贸易部长将于5月17日至20日访问美国进行贸易会 ...

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