Silver’s strong rally has sparked interest in KSLV, a new ETF aiming to pair silver exposure with option income. By combining futures and active option writing, KSLV targets high monthly income while seeking to outperform raw silver returns.

September’s import drop likely reflects payback after tariff front-running and slowing economic activity, not a lasting tariff effect, as adjusted data show imports broadly tracking trend once inventory buildup and income sensitivity are considered.

In this video, Ira Epstein discusses the recent developments in the financial markets as of December 12, 2025, highlighting a significant sell-off in stock indices amid growing skepticism about AI's potential.