Group 1 - International gold prices experienced fluctuations, opening at $3302.59 per ounce, reaching a high of $3332.09, and a low of $3301.07, with a current price of $3332.09, reflecting a 0.77% increase [1] - Goldman Sachs has revised its forecast for the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, now expecting cuts in September instead of December, citing that the impact of tariffs on inflation appears to be less than anticipated [3] - Goldman Sachs predicts three rate cuts of 25 basis points in September, October, and December, adjusting the terminal rate forecast from 3.5%-3.25% to 3-3.25% [3] Group 2 - The likelihood of a rate cut in September is slightly above 50%, with several potential paths identified, including lower-than-expected tariff effects and labor market weakness [3] - The current resistance level for gold prices is identified at $3360-$3370, while support is noted at $3227-$3237 [3]

Report Highlights 1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The global economy in the macro and financial sector is rated as "Bullish (Slightly)" [1] 2. Core View - The US faces a large - scale debt problem, with about $12 trillion in Treasury bonds to be sold in the next year, which may lead to a "fiscal heart attack." The passage of a related bill is uncertain and has raised concerns [1] - There are different views on the valuation of US stocks. Goldman Sachs believes it is too high, while others think US stocks are supported by solid balance sheets, and European trading is more speculative [1] - Neuralink has the potential to revolutionize human - machine interaction, with the ultimate goal of achieving a full - brain interface and transforming the human brain into a "biological + digital" brain [1] - The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has issued licenses to 11 virtual asset trading platforms, and there are ongoing institutional applications [1] - A New York mayoral candidate advocates for a more equitable city by taxing the top 1% of the wealthy to fund public services [1] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Important Information - The US needs to sell about $12 trillion in Treasury bonds in the next year, including $1 trillion for interest payments, $9 trillion for debt repayment, and an additional $2 trillion due to a $2 trillion deficit [1] - The passage of a bill with a large - scale debt is uncertain, and some senators oppose it [1] - Different views on US and European stock markets: Goldman Sachs thinks US stock valuation is too high, while others believe US stocks have solid balance sheets, and European trading depends on infrastructure plans [1] - Neuralink can enable humans to control Tesla Optimus robots with thoughts, and its ultimate goal is a full - brain interface [1] - The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has issued licenses to 11 virtual asset trading platforms, and institutions are applying for related services [1] - A New York mayoral candidate wants to tax the top 1% to fund public services [1] Global Economic Logic - The US President claims to have reached a trade agreement with China, and the expectation of a Fed rate cut in September is rising [1] - The US June Markit manufacturing PMI final value is 52.0, indicating continued expansion. China's June PMI production index continues to expand, and the new order index resumes expansion [1] - The Swiss National Bank cuts interest rates by 25 basis points to 0. The European Central Bank has cut interest rates 8 times, and Germany's 30% military expansion boosts European manufacturing [1] - China is comprehensively rectifying involution - style competition [1]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. stock market is experiencing a significant rally, with the S&P 500 index rising nearly 24% since mid-April, prompting discussions about the sustainability of this bull market [1] Group 1: Corporate Earnings Improvement - The primary driver for the continued rise in U.S. stocks is the improvement in corporate earnings, with recent upward revisions in earnings forecasts for S&P 500 constituents [3] - The breadth of earnings improvement is expanding beyond just technology giants, as indicated by the ERB indicator, which has rebounded from -25% in mid-April to -5% currently [3] - Historical data suggests that such turning points often signal a strong return outlook for the market, with large-cap quality stocks benefiting first, followed by small-cap and lower-quality stocks [3] Group 2: Federal Reserve Monetary Policy Expectations - A shift in expectations regarding Federal Reserve monetary policy is the second catalyst supporting the rise in U.S. stocks, with predictions of up to seven interest rate cuts by 2026 [4] - The market tends to react proactively to anticipated changes in monetary policy rather than waiting for explicit signals [4] - While there are risks associated with rising unemployment potentially disrupting market optimism, this scenario is not included in Morgan Stanley's baseline forecast [4] Group 3: Market Resilience to External Shocks - The strong resilience of the U.S. stock market in absorbing external shocks is the third pillar supporting its future performance, mirroring historical trends following geopolitical conflicts [5] - The easing tensions between Iran and Israel and the subsequent decline in international oil prices have reduced energy cost threats to the economic cycle [5] - The potential removal of "retaliatory tariffs" from tax reform legislation is expected to boost market confidence, alongside a decrease in the yield premium on U.S. Treasuries, indicating alleviated concerns about U.S. fiscal health [5] - Morgan Stanley maintains a target of 6,500 points for the S&P 500 index over the next 12 months, provided that the 10-year Treasury yield remains below 4.5% [5]

尽管高盛认可当前美国劳动力市场整体仍处于 "健康" 状态，但也发出预警。他们指出，当下求职者面临的竞争压力显著增大，而且残余季节性因素的影 响，以及移民政策的变动，都给近期的就业数据带来了下行风险。 KVB plus发现在全球金融市场密切关注美联储货币政策走向之际，国际投行高盛突然抛出重磅预测，大幅调整对美联储降息时间的判断，引发市场广泛关 注。高盛一改此前预期，明确表示美联储将提前三个月，于今年 9 月启动降息周期，而非原先预计的 12 月。这一调整背后，高盛经济研究团队给出了关键 依据，他们认为关税对通胀产生的实际影响 "比预期稍弱"。 以首席经济学家简・哈祖斯 (Jan Hatzius) 为首的高盛研究团队，在发布的报告中详细阐述了观点。他们指出，尽管经济形势仍存在诸多不确定性，但综合多 方面因素判断，9 月降息的概率已略高于 50%。具体而言，关税政策未达预期效果、通缩对冲力度不断加大、劳动力市场出现实质性疲软，或是因月度经济 数据波动引发市场恐慌等情况，都有可能促使美联储在 9 月做出降息决策。报告还着重强调，高盛推测美联储高层也持有相同观点，即关税对物价的影响仅 为一次性，不会形成持续性的通胀压力 ...

Group 1 - Goldman Sachs has adjusted its forecast for the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, now expecting a cut in September instead of December, citing weaker-than-expected inflation impacts from tariffs [1] - The Goldman Sachs economic research team, led by Chief Economist Jan Hatzius, believes the probability of a September rate cut is slightly above 50%, influenced by factors such as weaker tariff effects and a softening labor market [1] - Goldman Sachs predicts rate cuts of 25 basis points in September, October, and December, lowering the terminal rate expectation from 3.5%-3.75% to 3%-3.25% [1] Group 2 - Morgan Stanley disagrees with Goldman Sachs, stating that the likelihood of the Federal Reserve cutting rates in the near term remains low, despite market expectations increasing for a September cut [1] - Morgan Stanley analysts believe that most Federal Reserve officials support a cautious stance and are unlikely to quickly endorse rate cuts, anticipating a relatively stable upcoming employment report [1] - Chicago Fed President Goolsbee expressed skepticism about the possibility of a 1970s-style stagflation occurring in the current economic environment, given the current unemployment and inflation rates [2] Group 3 - Atlanta Fed President Bostic expects one rate cut in 2025 and three cuts in the following year, indicating a patient approach to maintaining current rates due to a stable labor market [3] - Bostic noted that the full impact of Trump's trade tariffs on the economy has yet to be felt, suggesting that price impacts are more a matter of timing than certainty [2]

Investment Rating - The report suggests a bullish outlook on gold and physical assets, predicting a sustained rise in interest rates and gold prices starting from August 2023 [1][3][4]. Core Insights - The key drivers for the gold market include U.S. inflation and fiscal conditions, particularly under the Trump 2.0 policy, which is expected to lead to a depreciation of the dollar and an increase in gold prices [1][5][9]. - The report highlights that the U.S. trade deficit and current account deficit are worsening, indicating structural imbalances that could impact dollar assets negatively [1][5]. - The increasing wealth disparity in the U.S. is likely to trigger social changes, and a commitment to reindustrialization could lead to a global capital rebalancing, further boosting the prices of physical assets like gold [1][6][7]. Summary by Sections U.S. Fiscal Expansion and Debt Pressure - The report indicates that U.S. fiscal expansion could push the deficit rate above 7%, leading to increased debt pressure and a likelihood of resolving issues through inflation depreciation and debt monetization [1][8]. - Financial repression may be implemented to lower financing costs, which would further support gold prices [2][8]. Impact of Trump 2.0 Policy - The Trump 2.0 policy is expected to significantly impact the gold market by attempting to revive manufacturing and reduce trade deficits, which could lead to a depreciation of dollar assets [5][9]. Wealth Disparity and Social Change - The report discusses the historical context of wealth disparity in the U.S. and its potential to lead to significant social changes, emphasizing the need for a return to manufacturing as a bipartisan consensus [6][7]. Long-term Trends in Gold Market - The long-term trajectory of the gold market is closely tied to U.S. inflation and fiscal deficit levels, with a bullish outlook if these factors remain high [12][13]. Emerging Markets and Gold Holdings - Emerging markets, particularly China, have room to increase their gold holdings, which currently stand at about 6% of their foreign exchange reserves, compared to 20% for emerging markets on average [14].

Group 1 - The core narrative of inflation concerns has weakened, leading to a strong performance in the U.S. bond market in the first half of 2025, with the 10-year Treasury yield dropping by 35 basis points, the largest decline in five years [1][3] - The easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran, has contributed to a decrease in oil prices from over $75 per barrel to below $65, alleviating inflation fears [3] - Despite increased tariffs leading to higher import costs for businesses, consumer inflation has remained low, with a mere 0.1% month-over-month increase in May, below the expected 0.2% [3][4] Group 2 - Economists believe that the impact of tariffs on inflation may have a lagging effect, with significant price increases potentially reflected in upcoming data [4] - Market participants have reduced their inflation concerns and adjusted their yield expectations downward, anticipating that the Federal Reserve may lower interest rates to the 3.5%-3.75% range by December 2025 [5] - The expectation of a more dovish Federal Reserve chair succeeding Powell has intensified, with market analysts predicting a higher likelihood of declining interest rates if economic conditions remain weak [6]

Group 1 - Goldman Sachs has secretly positioned itself for bearish hedging, indicating a potential shift in market sentiment towards gold [1] - The breaking of the 50-day moving average for gold suggests that the price level of 3200 may become the last stronghold for bulls [1] - The current market environment is characterized by a resurgence of enthusiasm in the US stock market, prompting a need for contrarian investment strategies [1] Group 2 - Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's ongoing conflict with former President Trump highlights the beginning of a devaluation trend for the US dollar [1] - The article suggests that the market is currently pricing in unusual logic, which may present unique investment opportunities [1]

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs strategists indicate that U.S. corporate profit margins are facing significant challenges in the upcoming earnings season due to the direct impact of tariffs from the trade war initiated by President Trump [1] Group 1: Tariff Impact - Tariffs have increased by approximately 10 percentage points since the beginning of the year, which will be reflected in the second quarter earnings reports [1] - While most of the increased costs are expected to be passed on to customers, there is a risk that companies may have to absorb a higher-than-expected share of these costs, putting pressure on profit margins [1] Group 2: Earnings Outlook - Preliminary performance of U.S. companies shows a mixed outlook, suggesting variability in how different sectors are responding to the tariff pressures [1]

Group 1 - Global investors' interest in Chinese stocks has significantly increased as valuations return to reasonable levels, with the MSCI China Index valuation around 12 times [1] - The market in the second half of the year is expected to be driven by earnings growth, with individual stock performance becoming more differentiated, particularly for private enterprises which have higher profit growth potential [1] - Private enterprises maintain a competitive advantage in a challenging environment, with leading companies likely to increase market share and improve profitability through R&D and capital expenditure [1] Group 2 - The weak US dollar is prompting global investors to seek diversified investment configurations, with A-shares and Hong Kong stocks benefiting from this trend [2] - The soft dollar is seen as a long-term trend, leading investors to shift from a high allocation in US stocks to a more neutral stance [2] - China is highlighted as having the most liquid stock market outside of Europe, with new investment opportunities in AI, overseas expansion, and new consumption concepts, further driving global interest in Chinese equities [2]