According to Zhitong Finance APP, gold stocks collectively fell. As of the time of publication, Lingbao Gold (03330) dropped 4.21% to HKD 10.46; Everest Gold (01815) fell 3.57% to HKD 1.89; China Gold International (02099) decreased 2.21% to HKD 70.85; and CHIFENG GOLD (06693) declined 1.73% to HKD 29.85. In terms of news, the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates for the fourth consecutive time in June, with the dot plot indicating two rate cuts this year. However, the number of officials expecting no rate cuts this year rose to seven, and the expectation for a rate cut next year was reduced to one. Following the interest rate decision announcement, gold prices declined, with New York gold falling below USD 3,400. Additionally, geopolitical factors remain relatively complex and variable. Citibank stated that the record rise in gold prices is about to end, predicting that gold prices will fall below USD 3,000 per ounce in the coming quarters. The bank believes that gold, as a highlight among commodities, will struggle to maintain its strong performance