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1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report The report provides a comprehensive overview of the global commodity ETF market, including its development history, market structure, user groups, and application scenarios. It also compares the Chinese and overseas commodity ETF markets, highlighting the gaps and potential for development in the Chinese market. Commodity ETFs have become a core financial tool for investors to gain exposure to commodity risks, driven by factors such as inflation hedging and portfolio diversification [1][2][3]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Commodity ETF Development History 3.1.1 Overseas Commodity ETF Development History - **Stage 1 (Late 1990s - Early 2000s)**: The development of commodity ETFs began in the late 20th to early 21st century. Early products used futures contracts as underlying assets, and precious metals became the breakthrough for early commodity ETFs. In 2003, Australia launched the Gold Bullion Securities (GBS), and in 2004, the US launched the SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), the first large - scale and widely - adopted commodity ETF [13][14]. - **Stage 2 (2005 - 2010s)**: Commodity ETFs entered a period of rapid development with diversified product targets. The global financial crisis in 2008 led to an increase in the asset scale of gold ETFs and the diversification of commodity ETF structures, including the emergence of ETN [16][17]. - **Stage 3 (2015 - Present)**: The commodity ETF market has become more diversified. Theme - based commodity ETFs have developed rapidly, and there is a clear differentiation in investor preferences between institutional and retail investors [19]. 3.1.2 Chinese Commodity ETF Development History - **Stage 1 (2013 - 2014)**: China's commodity ETFs started late but developed rapidly. The first domestic gold ETF was launched in 2013, and several other gold ETFs were launched in 2014 [23]. - **Stage 2 (2019 - Present)**: The domestic commodity ETF market has become more diversified, covering non - precious metal sectors such as agricultural products, industrial metals, and energy [24]. 3.2 Commodity ETF Market Structure and Current Situation 3.2.1 Generalized and Narrow - Sense Commodity ETFs Generalized commodity ETFs include narrow - sense commodity ETFs (funds), commodity ETCs (physical collateral certificates), and commodity ETNs (unsecured bonds). Narrow - sense commodity ETFs can be further divided into physical, equity, and futures - based types [27]. 3.2.2 Market Scale The commodity ETF market has been growing in recent years, but its overall scale accounts for a relatively small proportion of the global ETF market. The market is highly concentrated regionally, with the US and Europe leading in terms of scale [37][40]. 3.2.3 Classification Scale Characteristics - **By Fund Type**: Narrow - sense commodity ETFs and commodity ETCs have seen stable growth in quantity and asset scale, while commodity ETNs have shown high volatility. The US is the main market for narrow - sense commodity ETFs and commodity ETNs, and Europe is the main market for commodity ETCs [42][50]. - **By Investment Target**: Asset allocation in generalized commodity ETFs is mainly concentrated in precious metals. In commodity ETNs, the composite index and energy play important roles [53][55]. 3.2.4 Concentration Characteristics and Top Products The asset scale of commodity ETFs is highly concentrated. Commodity ETCs and agricultural - themed generalized commodity ETFs have the highest concentration. The top 20 products are mainly precious - metal - based ETFs, showing concentration in fund type, asset target, and listing region [77][80][81]. 3.3 Commodity ETF User Groups and Application Scenarios 3.3.1 Investor Structure Overview Institutional investors' holding scale in the global generalized commodity ETF market has been growing steadily, while the holding ratio has remained relatively stable. Institutional investors prefer precious metals and composite index ETFs, narrow - sense commodity ETFs, and large - scale products. There are significant regional differences in investor structure [86][92][104]. 3.3.2 Investor Allocation Logic and Demand Scenarios - **Core Financial Tool**: Commodity ETFs are used for industry rotation investment, event - driven trading, theme investment, and earning roll - over returns [2]. - **Inflation Hedging**: Commodity ETFs are used to hedge inflation and are an important part of asset allocation during high - inflation periods [132][133]. - **Portfolio Diversification**: Commodity ETFs have low correlations with traditional financial assets, which can reduce portfolio volatility and enhance returns [145]. - **Currency Risk Hedging and Hedging**: Commodity ETFs can be used for currency risk hedging and hedging operations, especially suitable for small and medium - sized enterprises [149]. 3.4 Comparison of Chinese and Overseas Commodity ETFs The Chinese commodity ETF market has made great progress but still lags behind mature markets in terms of product coverage, strategy design, investor structure, and market liquidity. The Chinese market mainly consists of traditional passive products and a retail - dominated investor structure, with great potential for development [3].

Core Insights - Gold has experienced significant price increases, climbing 26.62% over the past six months and 61.51% year to date, with a notable 15.14% gain in the last month alone [1][2] - Market expectations of further Federal Reserve rate cuts and increasing demand for safe-haven assets are likely to support gold's price growth into 2026, with projections suggesting it could reach $5,000 [2][4] Market Dynamics - The weakening U.S. dollar, driven by anticipated interest rate cuts, has made gold more affordable for international buyers, contributing to its price rise [6] - Ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China are prompting investors to seek refuge in gold, further enhancing its appeal [5] Investment Strategies - A long-term passive investment strategy is recommended for gold ETF investing, allowing investors to capitalize on potential short-term price corrections as buying opportunities [8] - Investors are advised to consider allocating up to 15% of their portfolios to gold, as suggested by notable investors like Ray Dalio, which contrasts with traditional advice of limiting such allocations [10] ETF Options - For physical gold exposure, investors can consider ETFs such as SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), iShares Gold Trust (IAU), and SPDR Gold MiniShares Trust (GLDM), with GLD being the most liquid option [13] - Gold miners ETFs, like VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) and Sprott Gold Miners ETF (SGDM), provide access to the gold mining sector, which can amplify gains and losses compared to direct gold investments [15]

Core Viewpoint - Bank of America has raised its 2026 price forecasts for gold to $5,000 per ounce and silver to $65, driven by supply tightness, policy uncertainty, and increasing investment demand [1][5]. Group 1: Gold Market Insights - A projected 14% increase in gold investment demand in 2026 could elevate prices to $5,000 or higher [3]. - ETF inflows into gold funds surged 880% year-over-year in September, reaching $14 billion, indicating strong investment interest [3]. - Gold investment demand now constitutes over 5% of global equity and bond markets, up from 2.8% two years ago, suggesting a significant shift in institutional positioning [4]. Group 2: Macroeconomic Factors - The macroeconomic environment remains favorable for gold, with expectations of looser monetary policy due to fiscal deficits and rising debt [5]. - A potential 28% increase in ETF flows could pave the way for gold prices to reach $6,000, although this is considered a challenging target [5]. Group 3: Silver Market Dynamics - Despite an expected 11% decline in total silver demand in 2026, silver is likely to remain in deficit for the fifth consecutive year due to insufficient mining supply [6]. - The shift in the solar industry to TopCon panels, which require less silver, is impacting demand dynamics [7]. - Tightness in the physical silver market has been noted, with increased lease rates in London indicating supply constraints [8]. Group 4: Price Projections - Bank of America anticipates potential price increases for gold and silver, projecting gold could rise to $5,000 per ounce and silver to $65 per ounce by 2026, despite acknowledging short-term risks [9].

Core Viewpoint - Gold is experiencing a significant surge in 2025, reaching $4,000 per troy ounce, with year-to-date gains of 50%, making it one of the best-performing investable assets [1][4]. Economic Factors - The Federal Reserve's recent rate cuts, a weakening U.S. dollar, and heightened geopolitical tensions are contributing to the demand for gold [1][4][6]. - Inflation pressures and ballooning government deficits are creating an environment reminiscent of the 1970s, which historically favored gold investments [2][6]. Market Dynamics - Gold ETF inflows have surged to $64 billion year-to-date, a stark contrast to the $23 billion outflows seen in the previous four years, indicating strong market demand [5]. - The uncertainty surrounding tariffs and fiscal deficits is expected to keep conditions favorable for gold, with limited pullbacks observed recently [6]. Investment Strategies - Experts suggest that it is not too late to invest in gold, with predictions from analysts like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs indicating potential prices of $4,900 by 2026 [8][10]. - Investors are encouraged to consider fractional gold investments to lower the barrier to entry, allowing for smaller purchases [9]. Historical Context - Historical data shows that gold's bull markets have produced returns significantly exceeding typical equity returns, with a notable example being a 700% gain from 1976 to 1980 [12]. - The current cycle is expected to mirror past performance, reinforcing the argument for gold as a core portfolio position [12].

Group 1: Middle East Peace Efforts - The Israeli government has approved a deal with Hamas for the release of hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza, with Hamas set to free 20 living hostages in exchange for 2,000 Palestinian prisoners [2][3] - The U.S. is deploying approximately 200 troops to Israel to establish a civil-military coordination center to monitor the ceasefire and facilitate humanitarian aid [3] Group 2: Rare Earth Export Controls - China has announced new export controls on rare earth minerals, requiring foreign companies to obtain special approval for exporting items with even trace amounts of Chinese-sourced rare earths [4][5] - China accounts for nearly 70% of global rare earth mining and 90% of processing, raising concerns about supply shortages in key industries such as aerospace and defense [5] Group 3: Gold Market Dynamics - Gold prices have surged to a record high of over $4,000 per ounce in October 2025, marking a 53% year-to-date gain driven by geopolitical risks and central bank purchases [8][9] - Analysts project further increases in gold prices, with forecasts suggesting $4,200 per ounce in the coming months and $4,900 per ounce by December 2026 [9] Group 4: Central Bank Policies - The Central Reserve Bank of Peru has maintained its reference interest rate at 4.25%, indicating a neutral monetary policy stance amidst stable inflation expectations [10] - The Banque de France forecasts modest GDP growth of 0.3% for Q3 2025, maintaining the same pace as the previous quarter despite rising uncertainty [11] Group 5: Brazil's Budgetary Challenges - Brazil's Finance Minister is exploring alternative budget options after Congress rejected a key investment tax proposal expected to generate 20.9 billion reais ($3.9 billion) in additional revenue for fiscal 2024 [12]

Core Insights - Gold futures opened at a record price of $4,007.10 per troy ounce, marking the first time it has surpassed $4,000, reflecting a 0.8% increase from the previous close of $3,976.60 [1][4] - The rise in gold prices is attributed to investors seeking stability amid ongoing economic uncertainty, particularly due to the U.S. government shutdown and conflicting views among Federal Reserve officials regarding interest rates [2][3] Current Price of Gold - The opening price of gold futures on Wednesday is up 0.8% from Tuesday's close of $3,976.60 per ounce [4] - Compared to the opening price of $3,863.50 one week ago on October 1, the current price represents a 3.7% increase [4] - Over the past month, gold futures have increased by 11.5% from the opening price of $3,594.50 on September 8 [4] - Year-over-year, gold prices have risen by 51.8% from the opening price of $2,639 on October 8, 2024 [4] Investment Options in Gold - Various methods to invest in gold include physical gold, gold mining stocks, gold ETFs, and gold futures [6][9] - Physical gold is tangible and easily accessible, but it comes with risks such as theft and lower liquidity [10][17] - Gold mining stocks can be volatile due to their dependence on gold prices and exposure to geopolitical risks [12][18] - Gold ETFs track the price of gold and offer greater liquidity compared to physical gold, but they also have associated fund fees that can dilute returns [15][21] - Gold futures allow for leverage and convenience but carry the highest risk and complexity, making them more suitable for professional traders [20][22]

Group 1 - The global gold ETF holdings have reached the highest level since August 2022, with SPDR Gold Shares seeing an inflow of 122 tons this year, pushing the total holdings above 1005 tons, indicating strong demand for safe-haven assets [1] - The gold stock ETF (517400) tracks the SSH Gold Stock Index (931238), which selects 50 larger market capitalization listed companies involved in gold mining, smelting, and sales, reflecting the overall performance of securities related to the gold industry chain [1] - The index is characterized by high industry concentration and a value investment style [1]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved new generic listing standards for commodity-based trusts, potentially paving the way for a broader range of crypto products beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum [1][4]. Group 1: New Standards and Implications - The new standards allow trusts that meet specific criteria to list without requiring a separate SEC order, facilitating quicker qualification for commodity or crypto-linked products [1][4]. - The SEC's rules aim to prevent fraudulent activities and enhance market transparency and investor protection, contributing to a more open market system [3][4]. Group 2: Market Impact and Future Expectations - Analysts estimate that approximately 12 to 15 additional cryptocurrencies could soon be approved for listing, indicating a significant expansion in the crypto ETF market [2][4]. - The SEC's action is seen as a catalyst for the largest growth of crypto ETFs since the introduction of spot Bitcoin products, with Solana and Litecoin expected to lead the next wave of approvals [4][5].

Core Viewpoint - Silver is experiencing a period of strength, leading to discussions among investors and analysts about its potential for sustained outperformance, supported by various metrics including the gold-to-silver ratio, silver's performance against the S&P 500, and a significant long-term technical breakout [1]. Group 1: Gold-to-Silver Ratio - The gold-to-silver ratio indicates how many ounces of silver are needed to equal one ounce of gold, serving as a historical measure of value between the two metals [2]. - A high gold-to-silver ratio, currently around 86.4, suggests that silver may be undervalued compared to gold, as the long-term average is closer to 50-60, indicating potential for silver to gain value if momentum continues [4][5]. Group 2: Silver-to-S&P 500 Ratio - The silver-to-S&P 500 ratio provides insight into silver's performance relative to U.S. equities, with current levels indicating that silver is historically cheap compared to stocks [6][9]. - Historical patterns show that during the last major silver bull market from 2008 to 2011, the ratio bottomed before silver prices surged, suggesting a similar potential for outperformance in the current market [9]. Group 3: Technical Analysis and Breakout - Silver has recently completed a long-term cup-and-handle pattern, breaking through key resistance levels around $30-$32 per ounce, which is seen as a generational breakout [10]. - Technical analysis suggests an upside target of around $75 per ounce, although this is still below some recent speculative projections of triple-digit prices [11]. Group 4: Industrial Demand and Supply Dynamics - Beyond its investment appeal, silver is crucial in manufacturing sectors such as solar panels, semiconductors, and batteries, which are vital for global decarbonization efforts [11]. - Persistent supply deficits in the silver market further support the case for continued bullish momentum in silver prices [11].