During the Christmas holiday, metals surged collectively, with gold, silver, and copper reaching new highs. Unexpected economic data dampened interest rate cut expectations, leading to a decline in global stock markets

U.S. stock index futures fell collectively, and most Asian stocks declined. Commodities were strong, with gold briefly breaking through the historical high of $4,500, silver continuing its strong upward trend after surpassing $70/ounce, platinum rising over 3% to reach a new high, London copper breaking through $12,220/ton to set a new record, and London tin and spot palladium rising over 2% and 4% respectively. Chicago wheat futures have risen for five consecutive trading days. The Japanese yen and South Korean won strengthened, while the U.S. dollar and cryptocurrencies faced pressure