Core Viewpoint - Investor confidence in high-risk assets may be overstated, as indicated by Dwyfor Evans, the Asia-Pacific Macro Strategy Head at State Street Global Markets [1] Group 1: Market Trends - Investors are currently buying U.S. stocks while hedging against dollar risk and selling U.S. Treasury bonds [1] - Evans anticipates a gradual rise in U.S. inflation due to increases in both imported and domestic goods prices, suggesting that "3% has become the new 2%" [1] Group 2: Implications for Monetary Policy - The rising inflation is crucial for the Federal Reserve, as fewer rate cuts could lead to a rebound in the dollar [1] - Given the ongoing policy uncertainty, Evans warns that current market risk positions may be overly optimistic [1]

全球市场正上演诡异一幕：黄金涨势如1979年般狂热，股市则重现1999年的繁荣盛况。但这两个时代截 然不同——前者以恶性通胀和地缘动荡为标志，后者则是互联网泡沫狂热与地缘局势相对平稳的结合。 多数分析师认为，黄金在股市新一波繁荣中飙升，是因为投资者希望对冲政策不确定性（尤其是美国的 政策风险）。但这一理论暗含矛盾：全球投资者需同时接纳"人工智能驱动美股的乐观情绪"与"以黄金 为代表的谨慎立场"，这种认知失调的容忍度堪称反常。更反常的是对冲选择的本身——相比黄金，更 直接的避险工具（如买入股票看跌期权）当前价格更低，为何还要选黄金？ 现任洛克菲勒国际董事长鲁奇尔·夏尔马（Ruchir Sharma）认为，黄金与股市"比翼双飞"另有原因：海 量流动性。疫情期间及之后，各国政府与央行推出数万亿美元刺激政策，大量资金仍在市场中流转，持 续推动股市、黄金等多类资产的趋势性交易。受此影响，美国人持有的货币市场共同基金规模在疫情后 激增，目前已达7.5万亿美元，较长期趋势高出1.5万亿美元以上。 尽管美联储称其政策"温和紧缩"，但实际情况是，名义利率仍低于名义GDP增速，这使得金融环境维 持宽松。各国政府也在推波助澜——美 ...

Core Insights - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) report indicates that while the global economy showed resilience in the first half of the year, it is now experiencing signs of moderate slowdown, which is expected to persist long-term [1][2] - The report highlights that the initial strong economic activity was driven by short-term factors, and as these dissipate, global economic data is showing weakness [1][3] Economic Performance - In the first half of the year, global economic activities were robust, with inflation levels in the US and Asian economies being well-controlled [1] - The global economic growth rate is projected to decline from 3.6% at the end of 2024 to 2.6% at the end of this year, with forecasts of 3.2% in 2025 and 3.1% in 2026 [1][2] Risks and Challenges - The report identifies ongoing downward risks to the global economy, including policy uncertainty, rising protectionism, and restrictive immigration policies, which could negatively impact consumption and investment [3] - The potential volatility in the artificial intelligence sector poses a risk to economic growth, with possible repercussions for technology stocks and overall financial market stability [3] Policy Recommendations - Policymakers are urged to establish clear and transparent trade policies to reduce uncertainty and support investment, while modernizing trade rules to adapt to the digital age [4] - The report emphasizes the importance of fiscal sustainability and suggests that countries should implement structural reforms to enhance resilience and growth prospects [4]

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Valuation and Market Concentration - Current stock valuations are estimated to be about 10% overvalued on average, which is less severe than the 20% overvaluation seen during the tech bubble of 1999 [1] - There is a high concentration of profitability among a small number of stocks, particularly those benefiting from the AI narrative, which raises concerns about how this concentration will affect future valuations [2][3] - The interconnectedness of these top-performing stocks could increase downside risks if negative shocks occur, although no such reassessment of valuations has been observed to date [3] Federal Reserve and Monetary Policy - The Federal Reserve's dual mandate focuses on price stability and full employment, with financial conditions influencing the transmission of monetary policy but not being a direct target [4][5] - There are discussions about whether the Fed should consider cutting interest rates due to asset price concerns, which could exacerbate growth cycles [4] Investment Trends and Safe Havens - There is a notable shift of investment into gold and cryptocurrencies as a response to concerns about currency debasement and market uncertainty [6] - The rise in gold prices is attributed to high levels of policy uncertainty, including tariff issues and broader global fragmentation concerns [7]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly mention the industry investment rating. Group 2: Report's Core View - Precious metals are in a long - term bull market and have strategic allocation value, with the decline of the US dollar credit as the core cornerstone [3]. - The long - term upward drivers of precious metals are composed of "interest rate cut pricing + policy uncertainty + geopolitical risks" [1][3]. - In the next 1 - 2 quarters, there is still room for trading Fed rate cuts, and the risks related to independence remain, so the interest rate - end drivers persist [3]. Group 3: Summary by Related Catalogs Key Information - Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting from November 1st and consider expanding key software export restrictions, and then his stance eased, but the market still focuses on the negotiation uncertainty around APEC [2]. - The US government shutdown has entered the third week, affecting fiscal implementation and economic data release [2]. - Powell said the economy is struggling among growth, employment, and price risks, and the market tends to price in 25bp rate cuts in October and December [2]. - The Russia - Ukraine conflict continues, maintaining geopolitical risk aversion [2]. Price Logic - On October 14th, gold and silver prices rose significantly and then fell. The volatility of precious metals has increased this week, showing characteristics of the end of a phased rise. Short - term volatility risks should be watched out for [3]. - Gold's decline today was due to the strengthening of the US dollar, the easing of tariff uncertainty, and capital de - leveraging and profit - taking [3]. - Silver's decline was larger than gold's, due to basis convergence, cooling of squeeze - out trading, and the self - strengthening of high volatility [3]. Outlook - This week, attention should be paid to the government shutdown, tariff path guidance, and geopolitical events. The price range for London gold is [4020 - 4200] US dollars per ounce, and for London silver is [50 - 55] US dollars per ounce [4]. Commodity Index - On October 14, 2025, the comprehensive index, commodity 20 index, and industrial product index all declined, with decreases of 0.43%, 0.25%, and 0.93% respectively [45]. Precious Metals Index - On October 14, 2025, the precious metals index rose 0.86% today, 6.86% in the past 5 days, 14.73% in the past month, and 49.14% since the beginning of the year [47].

Global Economic Outlook - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slightly raised the global real GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 3.2%, up from 3.0% in July, while maintaining growth rates for 2024 and 2026 at 3.3% and 3.1% respectively [1] - Despite a more accommodative financial environment and limited trade shocks, the IMF emphasizes significant downside risks to global growth, particularly from escalating trade tensions and policy uncertainties [1] Inflation and Monetary Policy - The IMF projects that global inflation will decrease from 5.8% in 2024 to 4.2% in 2025, and further to 3.7% in 2026, although there is notable regional divergence [1] - Concerns have been raised regarding the impact of rising artificial intelligence investments on consumer prices, which may necessitate tighter monetary policies [1] Latin America and the Caribbean - The growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean for 2025 has been raised from 2.2% to 2.4%, but the 2026 forecast has been lowered from 2.4% to 2.3% [2] - Mexico's growth forecast for 2025 has been significantly increased from 0.2% to 1.0%, while Brazil's has been slightly raised to 2.4% for 2025 but lowered to 1.9% for 2026 [2] - Argentina's growth outlook has worsened, with the 2025 forecast reduced from 5.5% to 4.5% [2] Eurozone Economic Conditions - The IMF has raised the Eurozone growth forecast for 2025 from 1.0% to 1.2%, but has lowered the 2026 forecast from 1.2% to 1.1% [3] - The report indicates that current growth is achieved at a high fiscal cost, with debt-to-GDP ratio expected to rise from 87% in 2024 to 92% by 2030 [3] Japan's Economic Outlook - Japan's growth forecast for 2025 has been raised from 0.7% to 1.1%, with a projected growth of 0.6% for 2026 [4] - The Bank of Japan is expected to gradually increase interest rates to 1.5%, which is considered neutral for the economy and aligned with inflation targets [4] UK Economic Performance - The UK's growth forecast for 2025 has been increased by 0.1 percentage points to 1.3%, with the same forecast for 2026 [5] - The UK is expected to maintain the highest inflation rate in the G7 at 3.4% and 2.5% for the next two years, which constrains the Bank of England's ability to lower interest rates [5] Saudi Arabia's Economic Growth - Saudi Arabia's GDP growth forecast for 2025 has been raised from 3% to 4%, with the same forecast for 2026 [6] - The increase is attributed to the faster-than-expected exit from oil production cuts, with non-oil sector growth significantly contributing to the overall GDP growth [7]

Core Insights - The UK construction sector's activity has contracted for the ninth consecutive month, reflecting a cautious outlook among businesses regarding the economic future [1][2] - The September PMI for the UK construction industry rose slightly to 46.2 from 45.5 in August, marking a three-month high but still indicating a contraction below the neutral level of 50 [1] - Employment in the construction sector has seen a decline for the first time in five months, highlighting the challenges faced in the overall economic recovery [1] Industry Performance - The construction sector's performance remains weak across various segments, with residential building activity continuing to struggle and civil engineering experiencing its first contraction since February 2023 [1] - The commercial sub-sector is also facing a downward trend, indicating widespread challenges within the industry [1] Economic Factors - High borrowing costs, a sluggish real estate market, and policy uncertainty are identified as primary factors suppressing the recovery of the UK construction industry [2] - The persistent inflationary pressures have led to a consumer price index increase of 3.8% in August, significantly above the Eurozone level, forcing the Bank of England to maintain a high base interest rate of 4% [2] - The government's recent proposal to stimulate infrastructure investment is seen as a potential positive, but the clarity of budget policies will be crucial in determining the industry's direction [2]

Group 1: Dollar Dynamics - The strong dollar bet was based on the expectation of ongoing policy uncertainty in the U.S. and a potential rotation out of the dollar by reserve managers and private asset allocators [1] - Recent global political uncertainties, particularly in Europe and Japan, have shifted the narrative from a weak dollar to a strong dollar, as the U.S. is no longer the sole source of uncertainty [2][3] - The dollar's valuation had reached unsustainable levels after 13 years of real appreciation, making it unlikely to return to earlier highs [4] Group 2: Japanese Market Insights - Investors in Japanese stocks, particularly multinationals, benefit from a weaker yen, which enhances their operating margins [5] - The recent weakness of the yen has not fundamentally harmed the Japanese economy but reflects investor sentiment regarding central bank actions [6] - Concerns about wage stagnation in Japan have been raised, likening the situation to historical economic challenges faced by England [7] Group 3: Federal Reserve Considerations - The U.S. government shutdown is not expected to significantly impact the Federal Reserve's decision-making, as alternative data sources are available [8][9] - The Federal Reserve is perceived to have a balanced approach to interest rate policy, with current conditions not being overly restrictive [10] - Any potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve are expected to be cautious and not indicative of a long-term trend [12][13]

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The records discuss the impact of the U.S. government shutdown and the election of a new leader in Japan on global markets, particularly focusing on precious metals, currencies, and economic policies. Key Points and Arguments U.S. Government Shutdown - The shutdown has led to increased demand for safe-haven assets, with gold prices surpassing $3,900 and silver reaching a 14-year high, indicating a decline in investor risk appetite [1][2][3] - The shutdown may delay the release of CPI data, which could hinder the Federal Reserve's decision-making at the upcoming FOMC meeting, increasing policy uncertainty [1][4] - Revenal Lab estimates that the initial non-farm payroll figure is expected to be 60,000, exceeding Bloomberg analysts' consensus of 50,000, but ADP data showed a decline of 23,000, necessitating close monitoring of future non-farm data adjustments [1][4] - Historical data suggests that the actual impact of government shutdowns on GDP is limited, as seen during the 2018-2019 shutdown [4] Japanese Political Developments - The election of Kishi Sanae as the president of the Liberal Democratic Party continues the "Abenomics" approach, advocating for expansionary fiscal and monetary policies, which may lead to a depreciation of the yen and rising long-term interest rates in Japan [3][5] - Kishi's policies could increase geopolitical uncertainty and enhance global debt sustainability concerns, prompting central banks to adopt more accommodative stances, benefiting precious metals and commodities [3][5] - The capital markets have already reacted, with the Nikkei index reaching historical highs and the yen depreciating to around 150 [5] Market Reactions - Overall, equity assets and commodities have seen upward trends, while the U.S. bond market remains volatile. Non-U.S. currencies and oil prices have declined, primarily due to OPEC's production increases [2] - The probability of the U.S. government shutdown lasting until October 15 is estimated at around 70%, which could exacerbate economic downturn risks and concerns over the credibility of the U.S. dollar [4] Other Important Insights - The combination of the U.S. government shutdown and Japan's political changes is likely to create a complex environment for investors, necessitating careful monitoring of economic indicators and market sentiment [1][3][5] - The potential for further layoffs in the U.S. federal workforce could add pressure to the labor market and raise concerns about the dollar's stability [4]