Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve's recent comments on inflation indicate a serious concern about rising prices, with a specific focus on maintaining the 2% inflation target, which has been a long-standing policy goal since 2012 [3][5][9] Inflation Indicators - The core PCE inflation rate, a key indicator monitored by the Federal Reserve, peaked at over 5% in 2023 but has since decreased to 3.9% as of August [3] - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a decline from 9.1% in June 2022 to 3.7% in September 2023, yet essential items like food, housing, and healthcare continue to rise [5] Market Sentiment and Expectations - Public expectations for inflation remain high, with a survey indicating a 3.6% expectation for the next year, suggesting a lack of confidence in returning to the 2% target [5] - Market reactions to Federal Reserve signals have shown volatility, with the probability of interest rate hikes increasing from 15% to over 30% in early October [7] Monetary Policy Actions - The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates to a range of 5.25% to 5.50%, the highest level in 22 years, which increases borrowing costs for consumers and businesses [7] - The total credit card debt in the U.S. surpassed $1 trillion in Q2 2023, indicating significant financial pressure on consumers [7] Economic Challenges - The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma between managing rising debt levels among consumers and businesses and controlling inflation, which remains stubbornly high [9] - The potential for further interest rate hikes or balance sheet reduction could tighten market liquidity, impacting economic growth [11] External Factors - Ongoing trade issues, particularly between the U.S. and China, and rising international oil prices are contributing to inflationary pressures, complicating the Federal Reserve's policy decisions [5][9]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the decline in pork prices continues, but the core CPI is expected to maintain its growth, leading to a potential narrowing of the year-on-year decline in CPI for September [2][3] - Predictions for September's CPI year-on-year growth from various institutions range from -0.3% to -0.1%, indicating a consensus that the decline may be less severe than in August, which saw a 0.4% drop [2] - The wholesale price of pork is expected to continue weakening, with a year-on-year decline widening from 25.0% to 26.3% due to oversupply in the market [2] Group 2 - The decline in the Producer Price Index (PPI) is anticipated to narrow in September, influenced by a reduction in the drag from base effects [3] - Predictions for September's PPI year-on-year growth from various institutions range from -2.5% to -2.3%, reflecting expectations of a slight recovery [3] - The base effect from the previous year is expected to contribute to a narrowing of the PPI decline, with the drag from the base effect decreasing to -0.1% in September [3] Group 3 - The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for September indicates a slight decline in the main raw material purchasing price index and the factory price index compared to August, suggesting a potential further weakening of PPI [4] - Brent crude oil prices have shown a slight recovery, with a year-on-year decline narrowing from 14.7% to 7.3% in September, influenced by OPEC+ production adjustments and geopolitical uncertainties [4] - Domestic commodity prices are experiencing mixed performance, with coal prices rebounding due to local production checks, while rebar prices are declining due to weak demand and inventory pressures [4]

每经AI快讯，10月14日，德国9月CPI终值环比增长0.2%，预估为增长0.2%，前值为增长0.2%。 ...

Gold Market Analysis - Gold is seen as a viable alternative to the dollar, especially with the acceleration of de-dollarization driven by sanctions and concerns about US fiscal policy [2] - Mainstream investors are starting to participate in the gold market, with major Wall Street banks recommending gold exposure in portfolios [2] - Central banks are expected to continue buying gold, competing with private investors and driving prices higher [4] - The dollar is expected to lose value, with the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates into rising inflation, further driving demand for gold [4] - China's central bank is divesting from US dollars and treasuries, replacing them with gold reserves to establish an independent monetary system [4] - The debasement trade narrative is taking hold as people recognize the flawed nature of CPI and seek assets that retain value [4][5] - Gold investors have outperformed US stock market investors, especially when pricing stocks in gold [3][4] Bitcoin vs Gold - Bitcoin is considered a risk asset correlated with the NASDAQ, while gold is seen as a safe haven store of value [8] - There is a risk of money flowing out of Bitcoin ETFs back into gold ETFs and gold stocks [1][8] - Bitcoin treasury companies may face downside risk and potential liquidation of their Bitcoin holdings [9] US Economic Policy - The Trump administration receives a failing grade (F) on economic policy due to massive government spending and deficits [13] - Tariffs are viewed as taxes that make American industry less competitive [14][15] - The speaker advocates for balanced budgets, debt restructuring, and deregulation to address fundamental economic problems [21][22][25]

Market Overview - The market is opening higher, potentially due to relief after a significant selloff in the S&P and NASDAQ [1] - The U S government shutdown continues with no apparent progress towards resolution [2][4] Economic Indicators & Events - The week will bring Federal Reserve (Fed) communications and bank earnings reports [3] - Key bank earnings reports from JP Morgan, Wells Fargo, City (Citigroup), and Goldman Sachs are expected [3] - A CPI (Consumer Price Index) report is scheduled for release this week [5] Geopolitical & Policy - President Trump announced a historic peace deal in Jerusalem involving the return of 20 hostages [2] - President Trump had a meeting with the Knesset [4] - JP Morgan has a $1.5 trillion initiative [4] - There are concerns about the lack of urgency regarding the government shutdown, especially concerning military pay, with an October 15th deadline mentioned [5] Company News - A new CEO has been appointed at NASDAQ [1] - Exelon is celebrating its 25th anniversary [1]

I'm a little bit more concerned about the direction of inflation to be honest with you than I am employment. The Fed's got a much more difficult degree of landing because believe it or not, the Fed gets a weekly update of the ADP estimate. Most people don't understand that.So, the Fed's not flying blind when it comes to the labor market, right. Inflation's a little bit more difficult. They're probably going to be talking to the MIT Harvard billion uh prices project.and to get an idea of what's going on. The ...

🚨 The CPI report, originally set for Wednesday, October 15, has been postponed to October 24 due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. https://t.co/u2M2EOo82z ...

Group 1: Report Title and Date - Report title: "Bottom Range, Oscillating with an Upward Bias - Guosen Futures Non - Ferrous (Nickel) Weekly Report" [2][3] - Report date: October 12, 2025 [3] Group 2: Industry Investment Rating - No industry investment rating is provided in the report. Group 3: Core Viewpoints - The US Federal Reserve's September meeting minutes suggest that most participants believe further monetary policy easing is appropriate this year, and the market expects two more interest rate cuts. In China, the manufacturing PMI in September was 49.8%, showing continued improvement in manufacturing sentiment [36]. - The Shanghai nickel market showed an oscillating trend this week with no obvious trend. Refined nickel demand remains weak. Nickel ore circulation in the coastal areas of the Philippines has slowed due to weather, while the nickel ore market in Indonesia has a relatively loose supply. The high - frequency data of nickel sulfate shows a recent price rebound, but whether it can change the weak situation in the medium term remains to be seen. In the stainless - steel market, steel mills are cautious in raw material procurement, terminal demand is weak, and inventory reduction is slow. The expected operating range of the Shanghai nickel main contract is approximately 118,000 to 128,000 yuan/ton, and that of the stainless - steel main contract is about 12,200 to 13,300 yuan/ton [36]. Group 4: Summary by Directory 1. Market Review - This part presents the historical price trends of domestic and foreign main nickel futures contracts, but no specific analysis is provided in the text [7][8]. 2. Fundamental Analysis 2.1 Upstream: China's Nickel Ore Port Inventory - The report shows the historical data of China's nickel ore port inventory, but no specific analysis is provided [12][13]. 2.2 Mid - stream: Electrolytic Nickel Price - The historical price data of electrolytic nickel (1, Ni99.90, domestic and imported) are presented, without specific analysis [14][15]. 2.3 Mid - stream: Nickel Sulfate Price - The historical average price data of nickel sulfate in China are shown, without specific analysis [16][17]. 2.4 Mid - stream: Monthly Import Volume of Ferronickel and Fubao Price of 8 - 12% Ferronickel - The historical monthly import volume data of ferronickel in China and the Fubao price data of 8 - 12% ferronickel are presented, without specific analysis [18][19]. 2.5 Downstream: Stainless - Steel Market - Stainless - steel price: The historical closing price data of stainless - steel futures are shown, without specific analysis [20][21]. - Stainless - steel futures positions: The historical position data of stainless - steel futures are presented, without specific analysis [22][23]. - Wuxi stainless - steel inventory: The historical inventory data of Wuxi stainless - steel and Wuxi 300 - series stainless - steel are shown, without specific analysis [25][26]. 2.6 Downstream: Production of Power and Energy - Storage Batteries - The historical monthly production data of China's power and energy - storage batteries (ternary materials) and total production data are presented, without specific analysis [28][29]. 2.7 Downstream: New - Energy Vehicle Production - The historical monthly production data of China's new - energy vehicles are shown, without specific analysis [30][31]. 3. Future Outlook - In the US, inflation data is in line with expectations, employment data is lower than expected, and the market expects two more interest rate cuts this year. In China, the manufacturing PMI continues to improve, indicating a consolidation of the economic recovery momentum in the third quarter [36]. - The Shanghai nickel market is oscillating, refined nickel demand is weak, the supply situation of upstream nickel ore varies, the nickel sulfate price has rebounded recently, and the stainless - steel market has weak demand and slow inventory reduction. The expected operating ranges of the Shanghai nickel and stainless - steel main contracts are given [36].

🇺🇸 JUST IN: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics will release September’s CPI report despite the government shutdown, ensuring data is available before the Fed’s October 29 meeting. ...

Economic Outlook - The Federal Reserve's approach is seen as a normalization of rates rather than an accommodative policy, with expectations of a 100 basis point increase over the next year to reach a neutral rate of about 3% [1][2] - The GDP report is anticipated to show strong performance, with estimates suggesting over 3% growth for the second and third quarters, although a weaker report is expected for the fourth quarter [2][3] Consumer Spending Trends - Consumer spending has shown volatility, with a weak first quarter followed by a strong rebound in the second quarter, but signs of a slowdown are emerging in October, particularly in discretionary spending [4][5] - Retailers are expected to provide insights into the extent of the slowdown in consumer spending during the upcoming earnings season [5] Market Reactions - The equity markets are currently focused on key drivers such as the AI trend and the upcoming earnings season, which is expected to show double-digit growth for the fourth consecutive quarter [7] - The impact of a potential government shutdown on the labor market is being monitored, with concerns that prolonged shutdowns could lead to permanent layoffs affecting an already fragile labor market [6][8] Consumer Behavior Insights - There is a shift in consumer spending patterns, with discretionary core goods spending declining while services spending is fluctuating, particularly in the restaurant and travel sectors [11] - Retail margins have remained surprisingly decent despite tariff headwinds, and retailers will be assessed on their ability to manage costs and pass on expenses in the upcoming quarters [12]