The Local's Take: Mid-Day Commentary

Good Afternoon,

Not much to blog about today except warmer temps and warmer markets. Could be an afternoon run in the mix, not only on the trails but in the finanacial markets?

As CNBC said, if you don't believe the markets are strong, where have you been:

• a good start to the earning season
• retails sales are strong
• no inflation according to CPI (how much are you paying at the gas pump)
• SPX looking for a close above 1200 for first time since 2008

Markets are in tight ranges and volatility slumps a little lower and dollar loses strength again, giving commodities a nice push.

Watch claims tomorrow morning

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