The Federal Reserve only has control over the short end of the yield curve, and as one moves further out on the curve, the Fed's control diminishes.

​​​​​​​The global metals markets had been feasting on the Chinese stimulus package that caused the Chinese stock market to hit to their best week since 2008.

Gold and silver are back in the spotlight, and for good reason. Both metals are benefiting from a perfect storm of economic, geopolitical, and market conditions.

Wall Street is looking to close out the week on a mixed note, though all three major benchmarks are heading for a third-straight weekly win.