Today is the observed holiday of Veteran's Day in the US. I think the best quote I've seen regarding this holiday is "the best way to honor veterans is to stop creating them". I think we can all agree on that.
And this means that it's another of one those partial market holidays. The NYSE and Comex are open but the bond market, government offices and Banks are not. So it will be a bit quieter and lower volume than your usual Monday.
Additionally, if you've been following along for the past two years or so, then you'll recall that MamaFerg is now living on her own since...