Equity Index futures started with a bounce but began to fade, with Dow futures slightly below the flatline, the S&P 500 futures up about 0.1%, and both Nasdaq futures and Russell futures up roughly 0.2%. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, the odds of a 25 basis point rate cut in December have increased to about 50%. This sentiment contributed to a bid in Gold and Silver futures, with Gold up 1% and Silver up about 2%. Copper was also firmer, up around 0.7%. In contrast, WTI Crude Oil futures slipped back below $59 a barrel, down nearly 3%. The U.S. dollar strengthened against all major currencies, and Treasury yields were slightly lower across the yield curve. Market participants are anticipating the release of FOMC minutes today at 2 p.m. Eastern Time, looking for signs of division within the committee and discussion on future rate cuts. Expectations are also focused on the day-delayed nonfarm payrolls data due tomorrow, which is forecast to show roughly 50,000 jobs added, following 22,000 added in August,