Stocks and Precious Metals Charts - There and Back Again

May 19, 2021 at 5:55 PM EDT

Stocks had a wide-ranging day. They managed to finish largely unchanged. Gold and silver also followed a similar script.

Stocks had a wide-ranging day.

They managed to finish largely unchanged.

Gold and silver also followed a similar script.

As did the VIX.

The Dollar was higher.

There will be an option expiration on Friday.

It was another unseasonably warm day here today.

Great for getting those outdoor chores done.

Barbeque for dinner.

Have a pleasant evening.

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