Volatility has certainly increased. From less than 15 to over 22. That’s almost 50% in short order. Stocks are in the midst of the mild pullback I have written about. 2-5% is the range on the downside. Weakness remains buyable.

Soybean farmers across the U.S. Midwest have found themselves caught in the middle of an expanding trade war storm between President Trump and Beijing.

‘Annual bars’ in markets offer perspective on long-term momentum, support, and resistance levels. This article lays out key yearly thresholds to watch as benchmarks for market strength or weakness.

The gold and silver markets surged higher again on Wednesday, continuing their stunning rally once again. Just a few days after the gold futures blasted through the $4,000 per ounce mark, they’re now up another $58 to $4,222.

But when he (Bessent) accused a Chinese vice minister of going “rogue” and “unhinged” under the guise of “Lone Wolf” diplomacy, the breeze turned hostile, and the markets listed to starboard.