Group 1 - The core viewpoint indicates that gold prices are influenced by market expectations of a dovish Federal Reserve policy, with a strong performance in China's July services PMI contributing to overall risk sentiment [1] - The market anticipates a 90% probability of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, supported by weak U.S. labor market data and dovish comments from officials [1] - Trade tensions are escalating as U.S. President Trump threatens to raise import tariffs on Indian goods due to India's purchase of Russian oil, which India has dismissed as baseless [1] Group 2 - Analyst Felix suggests that gold price movements will depend on the upcoming U.S. July ISM services PMI data, which is expected to rise from 50.8 in June to 51.5 [2] - A strong ISM reading could alleviate dovish expectations for the Federal Reserve, potentially leading to a rebound in the dollar and a short-term correction in gold prices [2] - Conversely, a slowdown in service activity may heighten concerns about U.S. economic resilience, weakening the dollar and supporting gold prices [2] Group 3 - Analyst Chad notes that the technical outlook for gold remains bullish, with the RSI above 55 indicating potential buying interest on any dips [3] - A "golden cross" may occur if the 21-day moving average crosses above the 50-day moving average, confirming bullish signals [3] - For gold bulls to maintain momentum, the daily closing price must stay above the rising trend line support at $3,380, with a challenge to the $3,400 level possible [3] Group 4 - The daily chart for gold (XAUUSD) shows a bullish bias, with resistance levels at $3,381 and $3,396, while support levels are at $3,367 and $3,342 [4] - The momentum is strong, with a quantitative reference value greater than 67.1% over a three-year period [4] Group 5 - The daily chart for EUR/USD also indicates a bullish direction, with resistance at 1.1590 and support at 1.1558 [5] - The momentum is moderate, with a quantitative reference value greater than 67.1% over a three-year period [5] Group 6 - Key economic indicators to watch include the Eurozone's June retail sales month-on-month data and the U.S. global supply chain pressure index for July, along with EIA crude oil inventory data [5]

Core Viewpoint - The market is increasingly focused on when the Federal Reserve will implement interest rate cuts, with Goldman Sachs analysts outlining four scenarios for potential monetary easing and their cross-asset impacts [1][3]. Group 1: Scenarios for Rate Cuts - Scenario 1: If inflation data continues to improve or if the Fed believes tariff impacts are temporary, the 2-year Treasury yield may decrease by 25 basis points, leading to a rise in the stock market and a weakening of the dollar [4]. - Scenario 2: A 50 basis point downward adjustment in U.S. economic growth expectations could drive rate cuts, particularly if labor market and economic activity data worsen [5][6]. - Scenario 3: A combination of dovish policy and negative growth expectations would result in a slight decline in the stock market and a more significant drop in bond yields [8]. - Scenario 4: If the market prices in both dovish policy and a 50 basis point increase in growth expectations, risk assets would perform strongly, with significant stock market gains [9]. Group 2: Market Reactions and Trends - Across all scenarios, a consistent trend of declining yields, a weaker dollar, and rising gold prices is expected, while stock market direction will depend heavily on growth expectations [10]. - The market has begun to price in the Fed's easing, and if data supports this, the trend may continue [11].

Core Viewpoint - Federal Reserve Governor Waller's sudden support for a rate cut in July has sparked speculation about his potential candidacy for the position of "shadow chairman" of the Federal Reserve [1] Group 1 - Waller is seen as a dark horse candidate for the Federal Reserve chair position next year, as noted by Nick Timiraos, who is referred to as the "voice of the Federal Reserve" [1] - Waller's assertion that "inflation is not the most pressing concern at the moment" is viewed as a strategic move, especially as tariff impacts become more apparent [1] - Unlike other potential candidates, Waller has not consistently maintained hawkish rhetoric over the past decade, which aligns well with a president who favors dovish policies [1] Group 2 - Waller does not carry the burden of "two misjudgments on inflation" that the current chair does, which may benefit his candidacy [1]

Core Viewpoint - The likelihood of Waller being elected as the Federal Reserve Chairman next year is low, especially given his history of hawkish statements over the past decade, contrasting with the current president's preference for dovish policies [1] Summary by Relevant Categories Federal Reserve Leadership - Waller has consistently expressed strong hawkish views for the past ten years [1] - The current president is inclined towards implementing dovish policies, which may not align with Waller's approach [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is under increasing pressure to adopt a more dovish policy stance similar to that of the Reserve Bank of Australia in the upcoming meeting [1] Group 1: Economic Indicators - Recent data indicated that first-quarter retail sales in New Zealand were stronger than expected [1] - However, the Chief Economist for Citigroup Australia and New Zealand, Josh Williamson, suggests that the strong momentum in the New Zealand economy is unlikely to be sustained [1] Group 2: Policy Recommendations - It is deemed necessary for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to lower the official cash rate by 25 basis points in the next meeting [1] - There is an expectation for the bank to shift towards a more moderate outlook and aim for a neutral policy stance by the end of the year [1]