1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - Gold: The risk - averse demand is boosted by the US government shutdown, with over 90% expectation of a Fed rate cut in October. Real interest rates are declining, and there is capital inflow led by Western investors due to the "currency depreciation trade". Central banks' continuous gold - buying and geopolitical uncertainties strengthen the long - term logic [3]. - Copper: Shanghai copper futures opened higher due to the rise in overseas copper prices, but the willingness of the industry to accept goods at high prices is questionable. If post - holiday consumption fails to follow up, copper prices may face downward pressure [15]. - Zinc: The supply is in an oversupply state. The domestic zinc ore has a price advantage, and overseas zinc ore supply is abundant. The domestic inventory is accumulating, and the LME inventory is decreasing. Zinc prices are expected to fluctuate in the short term [36]. - Nickel: During the National Day holiday, overseas nickel prices were strong due to policy uncertainties in Indonesia. The supply of upstream nickel ore is expected to tighten, while downstream demand has not significantly improved. Domestic nickel prices are expected to rise slightly after the holiday but with limited upward momentum [51]. - Tin: After the Fed's interest rate decision, the macro impact on tin prices has decreased. In the short - term, the supply is tight, and the weak demand has little impact on prices. Tin prices are likely to fluctuate [66]. - Lithium carbonate: The previous expectation of a shutdown in Jiangxi's lithium ore market has not been verified. Attention should be paid to the resumption progress of Xiawo lithium ore and the restocking of downstream sectors [77]. - Silicon: For industrial silicon, prices may rise slightly as enterprises are expected to cut production during the dry season, but the high inventory will limit the price increase. For polysilicon, the market will focus on the expectations of "platform establishment in October" and "centralized cancellation of warehouse receipts in November", and the risk is relatively high [87]. - Aluminum: For aluminum, the short - term price is affected by the mismatch between the increase in seasonal demand and the decline compared to the previous year. The inventory is expected to accumulate during the National Day, but the policy may bring positive sentiment, and the short - term trend is slightly bullish. For alumina, it is in an oversupply state, but the downward profit space may be limited. For cast aluminum alloy, the price is supported by raw material costs and pre - holiday stocking, but weak demand suppresses the price, and it is expected to fluctuate slightly upward [117][118][119]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Gold - The US government shutdown, high Fed rate - cut expectation, capital inflow, central bank gold - buying, and geopolitical factors are favorable for gold [3]. - Multiple figures show the price trends of SHFE gold and silver, COMEX gold, and the relationships between gold and other factors such as the US dollar index and US Treasury real interest rates [4][8][9][10] Copper - Shanghai copper futures opened higher due to overseas price increases, but high - price acceptance and post - holiday consumption are concerns [15]. - The daily data of copper futures show price changes in different contracts, and copper spot data also show price fluctuations [16][22]. - Data on copper import profit, concentrate processing fees, scrap - to - refined copper price difference, and warehouse receipts are presented [27][31][32] Zinc - The supply side shows an oversupply situation, with differences in domestic and overseas markets. The demand side has issues such as inventory accumulation and low downstream开工 rates [36]. - Zinc futures and spot price data show price changes and spreads [37][42]. - Zinc inventory data show the changes in domestic and overseas inventories [47] Nickel - Overseas nickel prices were strong during the holiday due to Indonesian policy uncertainties. Upstream supply is expected to tighten, and downstream demand is weak [51]. - Data on nickel and stainless - steel futures and spot prices, as well as downstream profit margins, are provided [52][61] Tin - After the Fed's decision, the macro impact on tin prices has decreased. Short - term supply is tight, and prices are likely to fluctuate [66]. - Tin futures and spot price data show price changes, and inventory data also show changes [67][71][73] Lithium carbonate - The expectation of a shutdown in the Jiangxi lithium ore market has failed. Attention should be paid to restocking and production resumption [77]. - Lithium carbonate futures and spot price data show price changes, and inventory data show changes [78][80][84] Silicon - Industrial silicon prices may rise slightly during the dry season, but high inventory limits the increase. Polysilicon market is affected by expectations and has high risks [87]. - Data on industrial silicon and polysilicon spot and futures prices, as well as production, inventory, and cost data, are presented [88][89][110] Aluminum - Aluminum prices are affected by demand, inventory, and policy. Alumina is in an oversupply state, but the downward profit space may be limited. Cast aluminum alloy is affected by cost and demand [117][118][119]. - Aluminum, alumina, and aluminum alloy futures and spot price data show price changes and spreads [120][123][130] - Aluminum and alumina inventory data show changes in different regions [140]

Group 1 - The Federal Reserve is expected to implement further monetary easing, with an 80.3% probability of a 25 basis point rate cut in September, driven by disappointing employment data and pressure from the Trump administration [1][2] - Gold is positioned to break out of its current trading range due to dual support from rising rate cut expectations and geopolitical uncertainties, with a recommendation to buy on dips [2][3] - Long-term prospects for gold remain positive due to ongoing geopolitical tensions, increasing de-globalization, and a weakening dollar, which are expected to support central banks' continued net purchases of gold [2][3] Group 2 - The demand for gold is anticipated to rise as global trade uncertainties and concerns over the Federal Reserve's independence grow, potentially leading to a significant rebound in gold prices [3] - WisdomTree forecasts that gold could reach $4000 per ounce by Q1 2026, driven by the erosion of the U.S. reputation as a reliable trading partner and the increasing demand for hard assets [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles revolves around the impact of U.S. tariff policies under President Trump, which have led to increased market uncertainty and a rise in gold prices as a safe-haven asset [1][2] - Trump signed an executive order extending the delay of "reciprocal tariffs" from July 9 to August 1, affecting goods from at least 14 countries, with tariffs ranging from 25% to 40% [1][2] - The uncertainty surrounding tariff increases is causing concerns about rising supply chain costs in the U.S., potentially leading to "stagflation," where economic growth slows while prices continue to rise [2] Group 2 - As of June 30, China's gold reserves increased to 73.9 million ounces (approximately 2,298.55 tons), marking the eighth consecutive month of gold accumulation [2] - The World Gold Council's survey indicated that 95% of central banks expect to continue increasing their gold reserves in the next 12 months, the highest percentage since the survey began in 2019 [4] - The recent U.S. tax and spending bill, known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," is expected to increase U.S. debt by $4.1 trillion over the next decade, raising concerns about fiscal sustainability [10][11] Group 3 - The Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates has led to market speculation about potential rate cuts later in the year, with expectations for two cuts by the end of 2025 [11][12] - The ongoing uncertainty in the U.S. economic environment, including the impact of tariffs and fiscal expansion, is complicating the Fed's decision-making process regarding interest rates [13][14] - Central banks' continued accumulation of gold is seen as a significant support for gold prices, especially in the context of a weakening U.S. dollar due to fiscal policies [14]

Group 1 - As of June 2025, China's foreign exchange reserves reached $33,174 billion, an increase of $322 billion from May, marking a growth rate of 0.98% [1] - The People's Bank of China has increased its gold holdings for the eighth consecutive month, with a notable acceleration in the pace of accumulation [1] - A survey by the World Gold Council and YouGov indicated that 43% of 72 central banks expect to increase their gold reserves in the next 12 months, a significant rise from 29% last year, marking an eight-year high [1] Group 2 - Long-term expectations show that 76% of central banks anticipate an increase in the proportion of gold in their reserves over the next five years, up from 69% last year, indicating a growing demand for gold in a diversified international reserve system [1] - Recent U.S. non-farm payroll data exceeded expectations, and the passage of the "Big and Beautiful Act" has led to a temporary increase in market risk appetite [1] - Geopolitical tensions have eased, contributing to a decline in precious metals prices, with London gold testing the $3,300 support level on July 7 [1] Group 3 - The "Big and Beautiful Act" is expected to significantly increase the scale of U.S. Treasury bonds, which may weaken the dollar's credit and support precious metal valuations in the long run [1] - Ongoing trade wars and geopolitical disturbances continue to pose significant uncertainties, maintaining gold's value as a safe haven [1] - Investors are advised to consider continuing regular investments in gold ETFs (518880) [1]