The Non-Farm Payrolls report came in substantially lower than expected.

Stocks were weak today but finished off the lows.

Gold and silver were up slightly, and the Dollar was lower.

This week was Golden Week in China. It is a holiday, and their presence in the gold markets was absent. Next week they will be back.

It was a glorious day for working outside, and for watching the baseball playoffs.

Monday is Columbus Day, and the Banks will be closed, but the equity markets will be open.

Have a pleasant weekend.