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In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the financial markets as of August 12th, 2025, highlighting the impact of a mild headline CPI number and a rising core inflation rate of 3.1%. He suggests that professional investors are cautiously driving the market upwards, though he believes they are in precarious territory.

Epstein anticipates a 25 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, with the potential for another in October. He also reviews upcoming economic events, including speeches from Federal Reserve officials and energy inventory reports, and comments on the grain and energy markets, noting ample corn supply and a stable natural gas market due to favorable weather conditions.

Video Length: 00:11:35

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