Group 1 - Despite optimism regarding the easing of global trade tensions and the upcoming restart of the U.S. government, gold prices remain at historically high levels, indicating strong ongoing demand for safe-haven assets [1] - On Monday, gold prices surged by 3.1% to reach $4,381.52 per ounce, setting a new record high [1] - Technical indicators such as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) suggest that the aggressive price increase since August may have peaked, making it difficult to sustain such fervent growth [1] Group 2 - Market focus is on the latest developments in U.S.-China relations, with President Trump stating a desire for friendly interactions before negotiations resume, while reiterating potential tariffs on Chinese goods if no agreement is reached by November 1 [4] - The precious metals market has seen significant gains this year, with gold rising for nine consecutive weeks and increasing over 65% year-to-date, driven by central bank purchases, ETF inflows, geopolitical risks, rising fiscal debt, and concerns over the independence of the Federal Reserve [4] - Silver has outperformed gold with a year-to-date increase of over 80%, supported by macroeconomic safe-haven logic and a historic supply shortage in the London market, leading to price increases [4]