It is impossible to make an exact prediction, especially without knowing the exact details of his medical history, but my many years of experience taking care of people in their eighth decade tells me that he has little reserve, that stress is a major factor, and that things can go south in a hurry.

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The deciding factor could be what the Federal Reserve does regarding any further stimulus programs to prevent deflation, he said.

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So with the rebound factor from a down cycle, a Federal Reserve that prints money like mad and a federal government running huge unprecedented deficits we are growing at how much? 1.3% Small Business is clamoring for a good plan and good leadership.

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Evercore Partners analyst Andrew Marquardt maintains his overweight rating on the stock and highlights the revised capital plan the bank will be submitting to the Federal Reserve, which will determine its ability to deploy cash to shareholders, as a factor to watch.

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Next week the big factor for the financial markets, metals included, will be the two-day Federal Reserve monetary policy meeting, set for Sept. 20-21.

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