Hot News - Since the second term of President Trump, the Chinese and US heads of state have maintained regular exchanges. The recent call, initiated by the US, had a positive, friendly, and constructive atmosphere, which is important for the stable development of Sino-US relations [2] - Maersk's CEO is encouraged by the peace process in Gaza. Navigation freedom in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait has been established, and trade routes have returned to normal. The Suez Canal is the preferred passage for Maersk and its customers [2] - A US official said that the Ukrainian delegation has reached an agreement on the terms of a possible peace deal with the US, with some minor details remaining [2] - Federal Reserve Governor Milan believes that the economy needs significant interest rate cuts and hopes employment data will convince other Fed members to do so. The Fed should quickly lower interest rates to a neutral level [2] - US private-sector employers cut an average of 13,500 jobs per week in the past four weeks, an acceleration from the previous week's data showing a loss of 2,500 jobs per week [2] Key Focus - The commodities to focus on are lithium carbonate, corn, coking coal, Shanghai copper, and Shanghai gold [3] Night Session Performance - Non-metallic building materials rose 3.16%, precious metals 29.30%, oilseeds 9.90%, non-ferrous metals 22.26%, soft commodities 2.87%, coal, coking, and steel ore 12.79%, energy 3.06%, chemicals 11.08%, grains 1.42%, and agricultural and sideline products 4.16% [3] Plate Holdings - The chart shows the five-day changes in commodity futures plate holdings from November 19 to November 25, 2025 [4] Performance of Major Asset Classes - In the equity category, the Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.87% daily, -2.14% monthly, and 15.46% annually; the Hang Seng Index rose 0.69% daily, -0.05% monthly, and 29.09% annually [5] - In the fixed-income category, the 10-year Treasury futures fell 0.08% daily, -0.42% monthly, and -0.65% annually [5] - In the commodity category, the CRB Commodity Index fell 0.54% daily, -2.69% monthly, and -0.79% annually; London spot gold fell 0.07% daily, rose 3.23% monthly, and 57.46% annually [5] - In other categories, the US Dollar Index fell 0.39% daily, rose 0.08% monthly, and fell 7.99% annually; the CBOE Volatility Index was flat daily, rose 17.66% monthly, and 18.27% annually [5] Trends of Major Commodities - The report presents the trends of major commodities, including the Baltic Dry Index, CRB Spot Index, WTI crude oil, London spot gold, LME copper, and more [6]

Hot News - In October, the wholesale sales of new energy passenger vehicles reached 1.621 million, a year-on-year increase of 18.5% and a month-on-month increase of 8.5%. From January to October, the cumulative wholesale was 12.058 million, a growth of 29.9% [4]. - Since 13:01 on November 10, 2025, China has suspended the implementation of countermeasures against the US Section 301 investigation on the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding industries for one year [4]. - In October, Malaysia's palm oil inventory was 2,464,452 tons, a month-on-month increase of 4.44%, and the palm oil production was 2,043,886 tons, a month-on-month increase of 11.02% [4]. - In the first three quarters of 2025, the net inflow of domestic gold ETFs was 79.015 tons, a year-on-year increase of 164.03%. The gold consumption was 682.730 tons, a year-on-year decrease of 7.95%. Among them, gold jewelry consumption was 270.036 tons, a year-on-year decrease of 32.50%; gold bars and coins consumption was 352.116 tons, a year-on-year increase of 24.55%; industrial and other gold consumption was 60.578 tons, a year-on-year increase of 2.72% [4]. - As of November 10, 2025, the total inventory of domestic soda ash manufacturers was 1.7062 million tons, a decrease of 0.008 million tons from last Thursday, a decline of 0.47%. Among them, the inventory of light soda ash was 0.7977 million tons, a month-on-month decrease of 0.0169 million tons, and the inventory of heavy soda ash was 0.9085 million tons, a month-on-month increase of 0.0089 million tons [4]. Plate Performance - Key focus: Soda ash, glass, coking coal, SHFE copper, SHFE gold [5]. - Night session performance: Non-metallic building materials rose 3.25%, precious metals rose 29.09%, oilseeds rose 9.52%, non-ferrous metals rose 23.21%, soft commodities rose 2.72%, coal, coke, steel and minerals rose 13.02%, energy rose 2.90%, chemicals rose 11.18%, grains rose 1.20%, and agricultural and sideline products rose 3.90% [5]. Large - Class Asset Performance | Category | Name | Daily Return (%) | Monthly Return (%) | Year - to - Date Return (%) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Equity | Shanghai Composite Index | 0.53 | Fetching... | 19.90 | | | SSE 50 | 0.51 | -0.12 | 13.75 | | | CSI 300 | 0.35 | -0.29 | 19.32 | | | CSI 500 | 0.22 | -1.39 | 28.26 | | | S&P 500 | 1.54 | -0.64 | 16.17 | | | Hang Seng Index | 1.55 | 0.11 | 32.85 | | | German DAX | 1.65 | 0.38 | 20.35 | | | Nikkei 225 | 1.26 | -4.20 | 27.62 | | | FTSE 100 | 1.08 | 0.62 | 19.75 | | Fixed - Income | 10 - year Treasury Bond Futures | 0.01 | -0.18 | -0.40 | | | 5 - year Treasury Bond Futures | 0.02 | -0.12 | -0.56 | | | 2 - year Treasury Bond Futures | -0.00 | -0.07 | -0.49 | | Commodity | CRB Commodity Index | 1.38 | -0.09 | 2.81 | | | WTI Crude Oil | 0.47 | -2.09 | -16.53 | | | London Spot Gold | 2.88 | -0.57 | 56.84 | | | LME Copper | 1.47 | -1.46 | 23.83 | | | Wind Commodity Index | 1.61 | -2.67 | 30.21 | | Other | US Dollar Index | 0.07 | 0.43 | -8.17 | | | CBOE Volatility Index | 0.00 | 3.27 | 9.97 | [7]

Core Viewpoint - The recent sharp decline in London spot gold prices, which fell from a historical high of approximately $4381 to a low of $3888, is attributed to various macroeconomic factors and market sentiments regarding central bank gold purchases and geopolitical stability [1][2]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The easing trade tensions have negatively impacted the outlook for continued gold price increases [1]. - Concerns regarding whether central banks will continue to purchase gold at such high prices have emerged [1]. - The stabilization of the Russia-Ukraine conflict is seen as a potential reason for future downward pressure on gold prices [1]. Group 2: Economic Indicators - Increased expectations for the Federal Reserve to continue interest rate cuts may lead to a mid-term rebound in the US dollar index, indirectly causing a sell-off in gold positions [1]. - The dollar index is anticipated to experience a "flashback" rise around the time of the US mid-term elections next year, influenced by the strength of the US economy and global economic cooperation [1]. Group 3: Future Projections - If gold prices retrace to the $3700-$3800 range, there is a high probability of a rebound towards the $4000 mark, with potential fluctuations until the end of the dollar's upward cycle [1]. - Post-2025, the traditional inverse relationship between the dollar and gold may weaken, particularly if the offshore RMB to USD exchange rate surpasses the 7:1 threshold, potentially triggering a rebound in the dollar index and causing stagnation in gold prices [2].

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing political deadlock in the U.S. is contributing to economic uncertainty, with rising prices and declining consumer spending highlighted in the latest Beige Book report [1] Economic Indicators - The Beige Book indicates further increases in U.S. prices, while consumer spending has seen a slight decrease [1] - Labor demand remains weak, suggesting potential challenges for economic growth [1] Market Reactions - The U.S. dollar and Treasury bonds are showing weakness, reflecting market concerns over global trade [1] - Gold prices in New York futures and London spot markets are maintaining levels above $4200 per ounce [1] Federal Reserve Insights - Milan, the economic advisor nominated by Trump and a Federal Reserve governor, expressed a desire for more significant interest rate cuts [1]

Core Insights - Precious metals, particularly gold and silver, have reached historic highs, with gold surpassing $4,000 and silver hitting a 45-year peak, drawing significant market attention [1][2] - Despite the recent surge, there are concerns about short-term volatility, leading some institutions to adopt a cautious stance on precious metals [1][3] Market Performance - On October 14, gold futures rose initially but faced a significant drop, with gold futures down 3% at one point and silver futures fluctuating over 6%. By the end of the day, gold futures closed at 938.98 yuan per gram, up 2.7%, while silver futures closed at 11,533 yuan per kilogram, also up 2.64% [2] - The London spot market saw gold prices recover above $4,100 after a brief decline [2] Drivers of Price Movement - The recent surge in precious metals is attributed to the "TACO trade" initiated by the Trump administration, alongside a liquidity crisis in the silver market that has driven prices higher [2][4] - The Philadelphia Fed's new chair's support for two more rate cuts this year, combined with the fragile Middle East ceasefire, has contributed to the bullish trend in precious metals [2] Institutional Outlook - Major U.S. institutions express a consensus of being "long-term bullish but short-term cautious" on precious metals. Bank of America raised its 2026 gold price target to $5,000 per ounce and silver to $65 per ounce, citing ongoing support from unconventional policies [3] - Goldman Sachs also sees potential for silver price increases driven by private investment inflows but warns of liquidity risks [3][5] Silver Market Dynamics - The silver market is experiencing a historic short squeeze, with London spot inventories down 75% since 2019, leading to soaring leasing rates and increased delivery costs for short sellers [4] - Year-to-date, silver prices have risen nearly 80%, outperforming gold recently [4] Long-term Investment Considerations - Despite gold's rise above $4,000, its unique safe-haven value remains highly regarded, with suggestions for investors to allocate 15% of their portfolios to gold [6] - Goldman Sachs predicts further increases in gold prices, raising its 2026 forecast to $4,900, driven by central bank diversification and expected rate cuts [7] - The ongoing strong performance of gold in 2025 is attracting renewed investor interest, with ETF inflows turning positive [8]

Core Insights - Financial markets have experienced a significant upheaval since October, with gold prices surpassing $4000 per ounce, marking a 50% increase year-to-date, and Bitcoin reaching a peak of $115,700, leading to $400 million in liquidations for short sellers [1][3][5] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The surge in gold and Bitcoin prices is attributed to the fundamental principle that valuable assets are limited in supply, especially in the context of ongoing money printing by governments [3][5] - Central banks, including China's, have been increasing their gold reserves for 11 consecutive months, with a notable increase in diversification efforts despite a slight decrease in September [5][14] - The current gold reserve percentage in China stands at 7.7%, significantly lower than the global average of 15%, indicating substantial room for future increases [5] Group 2: Investment Trends - The market is witnessing a shift towards assets with inherent scarcity, such as gold and Bitcoin, as inflation erodes the purchasing power of fiat currencies [9][11] - Predictions suggest that Bitcoin's price could exceed $120,000 in the fourth quarter, driven by anticipated supply cuts and continued monetary easing [7][14] - Institutional interest in both gold and Bitcoin is growing, with emerging market central banks projected to purchase 70 tons of gold annually and significant increases in Bitcoin holdings by entities like Grayscale [14] Group 3: Investment Strategies - Recommended asset allocation includes a conservative approach of investing 10% of household funds in physical gold or gold ETFs, while a more aggressive strategy suggests allocating 5% to Bitcoin [17][21] - Investors are advised to avoid high-risk products such as gold futures and Bitcoin contracts, which have led to significant losses for many traders [19][21] - Long-term holding strategies are emphasized, with data indicating that investors who hold gold for five years or Bitcoin for three years tend to achieve substantial returns [21]

Hot News - On September 17, Hong Kong Chief Executive Li Jiachao announced in the 2025 Policy Address that Hong Kong will cooperate with exchanges in the Greater Bay Area to develop new businesses such as commodity trading and carbon trading [2] - As of the end of July, the balance of national housing consumer loans excluding individual housing loans reached 21.04 trillion yuan, an increase of 34.6 billion yuan from the beginning of the year and a year-on-year increase of 5.34% [2] - After nearly a decade of negotiations, the EU and Indonesia have completed a trade agreement, part of the EU's efforts to diversify supply chains and explore new markets [2] - The Fed cut the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25%, resuming the rate cut suspended since December last year [2] - Fed Chairman Powell said there was no broad support for a 50-basis-point rate cut at this week's meeting [3] Key Focus - Key commodities to focus on are 20 rubber, rebar, staple fiber, Shanghai Copper II, and Shanghai Gold [4] Night Session Performance - Night session performance of commodity futures main contracts shows varying degrees of increase and decrease, with details of price changes and position increase ratios presented [4] Sector Performance - Non-metallic building materials sector had a 2.66% increase [5] - Sector capital ratios: precious metals 29.85%, oils and fats 11.11%, non-ferrous metals 20.57%, soft commodities 2.30%, coal, coke, steel and minerals 14.68%, energy 3.07%, chemicals 11.53%, grains 1.03%, agricultural and sideline products 3.20% [6] Asset Performance - Stock indices performance: Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.37% daily, 0.48% monthly, and 15.65% annually; Shanghai 50 Index rose 0.17% daily, -0.80% monthly, and 9.98% annually; CSI 300 Index rose 0.61% daily, 1.21% monthly, and 15.66% annually; CSI 500 Index rose 0.96% daily, 3.07% monthly, and 26.80% annually; S&P 500 Index fell -0.10% daily, rose 2.17% monthly, and 12.22% annually; Hang Seng Index rose 1.78% daily, 7.30% monthly, and 34.14% annually; German DAX Index rose 0.13% daily, -2.27% monthly, and 17.33% annually [8] - Performance of other assets includes various bonds, commodities, and indices with different daily, monthly, and annual changes [9] Main Commodity Trends - Presented are the trends of major commodities such as the Baltic Dry Index, CRB Spot Index, WTI crude oil, London spot gold, LME copper, etc [10] Stock Market Risk Preference - Analyzed is the stock market risk preference through indicators such as the risk premium of the Wande All A (excluding finance, petroleum and petrochemicals), Shanghai 50, CSI 300, and CSI 500 [15][16]

Group 1: Market Overview - The global financial market experienced a unique rally where both risk and safe-haven assets rose simultaneously, driven by weak labor market data in the US, paving the way for potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1] - Major global stock indices saw significant gains, with the S&P 500 rising approximately 1.6% for the week, marking its best weekly performance of the month and reaching historical highs [1][3] - European stock markets also recorded gains, albeit more modestly, influenced by improved global risk sentiment and the European Central Bank's decision to maintain interest rates [1] Group 2: Regional Market Performance - The Nikkei 225 index in Japan reached a new historical high, benefiting from positive global risk sentiment and a weaker yen, which favored export-oriented companies [2] - Semiconductor and AI-related stocks were key drivers of the Nikkei's rise, reflecting strong performance in these sectors [2] Group 3: Commodity Market Dynamics - Gold emerged as a standout performer, breaking historical highs due to expectations of Fed rate cuts, a weaker dollar, and declining real yields, supported by ongoing central bank purchases and geopolitical uncertainties [2] - The oil market exhibited mixed trends, influenced by concerns over economic slowdown and OPEC+ production increases, while a weaker dollar and ongoing geopolitical tensions provided some support [2]

Global Financial Market Overview - The global financial market experienced a unique rally where both risk and safe-haven assets rose simultaneously, driven by weak labor market data from the U.S. that paved the way for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve [1][3] - The expectation of the Fed shifting to a more accommodative monetary policy significantly boosted global stock indices [1][3] Stock Market Performance - U.S. stock markets, particularly the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, were the biggest beneficiaries of the positive sentiment, with the S&P 500 rising approximately 1.6% for the week, marking its best weekly performance of the month and reaching historical highs [4] - European stock markets also saw gains, albeit more modestly, influenced by the positive sentiment from U.S. markets and the European Central Bank's decision to maintain interest rates [4] - The Nikkei 225 index in Japan performed exceptionally well, reaching a new historical high, supported by favorable global risk sentiment and a weaker yen benefiting export-oriented companies [4] Commodity Market Insights - Gold emerged as a standout performer, reaching historical highs due to expectations of Fed rate cuts, a weaker dollar, and declining real yields, supported by ongoing central bank purchases and geopolitical uncertainties [4] - The oil market experienced mixed signals, with prices fluctuating due to concerns over economic slowdown and OPEC+ production increases, while a weaker dollar and ongoing geopolitical tensions provided some support [4]

Report Summary 1. Hot News - The Ministry of Finance will conduct treasury bond market - making support operations to enhance secondary - market liquidity and improve the treasury bond yield curve [1] - As of August 18, 2025, the Shanghai Export Containerized Freight Index (European route) was 2180.17 points, down 2.5% from the previous period [1] - China supports efforts for peaceful crisis resolution and welcomes Russia - US contact on the Ukraine issue [2] - Premier Li Qiang emphasized enhancing macro - policy effectiveness, boosting domestic circulation, and stimulating consumption [2] 2. Key Focus - Commodities to focus on: coking coal, rapeseed meal, PX, soda ash, and asphalt [3] 3. Night - session Performance - Sector performance: Non - metallic building materials rose 2.88%, precious metals 26.18%, oilseeds 13.06%, non - ferrous metals 21.24%, soft commodities 2.63%, coal - coking - steel - ore 14.83%, energy 3.29%, chemicals 11.70%, grains 1.21%, and agricultural and sideline products 2.97% [3] 4. Sector Positions - The document shows the five - day changes in commodity futures sector positions from August 12 - 18, 2025 [4] 5. Performance of Major Asset Classes | Asset Class | Name | Daily Return (%) | Monthly Return (%) | Year - to - date Return (%) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Equity | Shanghai Composite Index | 0.85 | 4.33 | 11.23 | | | SSE 50 | 0.21 | 2.27 | 5.74 | | | CSI 300 | 0.88 | 4.02 | 7.74 | | | CSI 500 | 1.52 | 7.10 | 16.46 | | | S&P 500 | - 0.01 | 1.73 | 9.65 | | | Hang Seng Index | - 0.37 | 1.63 | 25.51 | | | German DAX | - 0.18 | 1.04 | 22.13 | | | Nikkei 225 | 0.77 | 6.44 | 9.57 | | | FTSE 100 | 0.21 | 0.27 | 12.05 | | Fixed - income | 10 - year Treasury futures | - 0.29 | - 0.43 | - 0.84 | | | 5 - year Treasury futures | - 0.21 | - 0.26 | - 1.02 | | | 2 - year Treasury futures | - 0.04 | - 0.05 | - 0.65 | | Commodity | CRB Commodity Index | 0.16 | - 1.25 | - 0.24 | | | WTI crude oil | 0.88 | - 8.48 | - 11.92 | | | London spot gold | - 0.10 | 1.28 | 26.97 | | | LME copper | - 0.41 | 1.31 | 10.84 | | | Wind Commodity Index | - 0.11 | - 0.40 | 15.15 | | Others | US Dollar Index | 0.31 | - 1.89 | - 9.52 | | | CBOE Volatility Index | 0.00 | - 9.75 | - 13.03 | [5] 6. Trends of Major Commodities - The document presents trends of various commodities such as the Baltic Dry Index, CRB Spot Index, WTI crude oil, London spot gold, LME copper, CBOT soybeans, and CBOT corn, as well as risk premiums of related stock indices [6]