The economic scenario doesn't bode well for commodities. We're still in this Asia mentality.

There is genuine shock in the market that Intel will miss its numbers. They have resisted attempts by analysts to downgrade earnings.

Gold is having a little run, with all that's going on ... We're seeing a bit of a flight to quality, but I wouldn't get too excited about it.

Our message to health trusts is to look at all possibilities for holding the tobacco industry accountable for the cost of health care.

The Nasdaq is going to take a nasty turn. My guess is that the market could open 3 percent lower.

Gold and silver were mirrors of the equity markets, with the weakness in the European stocks.

There's a broad sell off. The later part of the year normally is meant to show gains for the tech sector. There is nothing positive in the market to drive up shares.

The tobacco companies should be getting very worried. At last there is a concerted attack on them now, particularly with a new government considering a ban on advertising.

One of the things hurting coffee has been concern about selling in emerging markets like Brazil. And the market hasn't been particularly strong to begin with.