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In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the mixed performance in the stock market with the Nasdaq and S&P up, while the Dow and Russell are down. He notes the rise in gold and silver prices, a pullback in copper and platinum, and a significant drop in the dollar against the euro.

Epstein highlights the unexpected increase in import-export prices and strong retail sales data, suggesting resilient consumer activity.

He also previews upcoming economic reports, including industrial production and capacity utilization, and anticipates a quarter-point interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, with a dovish stance from Chair Powell, while also mentioning the recent additions to the Fed's voting members.

Video Length: 00:05:05

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