Core Viewpoint - The rapid decline in gold and silver prices is attributed to multiple factors including policy expectations, technical breakdowns, a stronger dollar, and reduced geopolitical risks [3] Price Movements - As of October 24, spot gold fell below $4060 per ounce, dropping over 1.85% during the day [1] - Spot silver touched $47 per ounce, declining over 2% [1] - COMEX gold futures saw a decline of nearly 2%, approaching $4060 per ounce, with a current drop of 1.79% [1] - Current prices include: - London Gold: $4050.228, down $76.262 (-1.85%) [2] - London Silver: $47.850, down $0.996 (-2.04%) [2] - COMEX Gold: $4071.3, down $74.3 (-1.79%) [2] - COMEX Silver: $47.615, down $1.089 (-2.24%) [2] Market Sentiment - U.S. gold stocks fell in pre-market trading, with Coeur Mining down over 4% and both Kinross and Harmony Gold down more than 2% [2] - Citigroup has turned bearish on gold prices, predicting a drop to $4000 within the next three months [3] Long-term Outlook - Despite the short-term decline, long-term support for gold is expected from global economic recession risks and central bank gold purchases, with a projected net increase of over 1000 tons by central banks in 2025 [3] - Investors are advised to closely monitor the upcoming October CPI data (to be released on the 25th) and the Federal Reserve's meeting statements to gauge market direction changes [3]

Core Viewpoint - The domestic retail price of refined oil is expected to decrease significantly, with a predicted reduction of 80 yuan per ton, marking the eighth price cut this year [1]. Price Adjustment Summary - As of October 13, the retail price of refined oil will undergo a new round of adjustments, with the current forecast indicating a drop exceeding 50 yuan per ton [1]. - In 2023, there have been 19 rounds of price adjustments for domestic refined oil, including 6 increases, 6 instances of no change, and 7 decreases [1]. - The average decrease in gasoline and diesel prices compared to the end of last year is 405 yuan per ton and 390 yuan per ton, respectively [2]. International Oil Price Trends - On October 10, WTI crude oil futures fell by 5.32%, reaching the lowest point since May [3]. - The domestic crude oil futures also saw a decline, with the main contract dropping by 4.55%, nearing the May low [3]. - The recent significant drop in international oil prices suggests that there may still be room for further declines [5][6]. Market Analysis - Analysts from Guotai Junan Futures and Zhonghui Futures indicate that the combination of ample supply, weakening demand, and reduced geopolitical risks may lead to further declines in oil prices in the coming week [6]. - The impact of U.S. tariff policies on oil prices is highlighted as a significant factor, with expectations of continued downward pressure [6].