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In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the financial market outlook for September 4, 2025, focusing on the significance of the upcoming August non-farm payroll report, which is anticipated to show farm payrolls of about 75,000. He critiques the outdated methods of data collection and highlights the expected rise in the jobless rate to 4.3% and a three-tenths increase in average hourly earnings.

Epstein also examines the potential for the Federal Reserve to cut rates due to market weakness, despite inflation concerns, and considers the implications for stock and metal markets. Additionally, he notes the upcoming OPEC+ meeting, where production increases are on the agenda.

Video Length: 00:13:35

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