The opening of yesterday’s market was very crucial and important due to the significance of the month end reporting. It is not as easy as one might think to adjust the statement date at the end of the month for accounting purposes. Having the market function, and allowing month end positions to be squared up, and statements be produced is of a far greater importance than most people realize; and the nation owes a collective thanks to all the people who make the exchange function. All things considered, I am again expecting another relatively lackluster market. The damage to the financial district in New York City is very severe, and it is going to take a while for things to return to normal. C0mbine this with the election next week, we are probably looking at a sideways market between now and the week of so following the election.

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