Group 1 - The international gold price experienced a significant drop of nearly $300, falling to $4082 per ounce, marking the largest single-day decline since 2013, with a drop of over 6% [1] - Silver prices also saw a sharp decline of 7.5%, reaching $48.37 per ounce on the same day [1] - Following the initial drop, gold prices continued to decrease, showing a "V" shaped recovery pattern on October 23 [1] Group 2 - Domestic gold jewelry prices have also adjusted downward, with several brands reporting price drops compared to October 21 [3] - For instance, brands like Yayi Gold and Lao Miao reported prices of 1222 CNY per gram, down 72 CNY from October 21, while Zhou Dafu and others reported similar declines [3][4] - The decline in gold prices has led to increased consumer interest in purchasing gold, with many buyers flocking to stores to take advantage of lower prices [5][6] Group 3 - The recent price fluctuations have prompted some investors to "top up" their gold holdings, with reports of increased purchases of gold ETFs following the price drop [6][20] - Conversely, some investors are opting to sell their gold to realize profits, leading to a busy gold buyback market [6][17] - The overall market sentiment remains cautious, with many potential buyers waiting to see if prices will drop further before making purchases [11][19] Group 4 - The significant drop in gold prices has raised questions about whether this is a healthy correction in the ongoing bull market or a signal of a potential market downturn [20] - Factors contributing to the price drop include profit-taking by investors, reduced geopolitical risk, and a stronger US dollar, which typically inversely affects gold prices [21][20] - Analysts suggest that while short-term volatility is expected, the long-term outlook for gold remains positive due to ongoing inflationary pressures and global liquidity conditions [22]