NewsWatch: History will repeat itself when it comes to stocks in 2020, Goldman Sachs says

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The signing of a “phase one” trade deal between the U.S. and China after months of negotiations and tensions looks set to boost stocks further. See full story.

These hazards threaten your stock portfolio’s health — plus other top investing tips

Some of MarketWatch’s top money and investing features this past week. See full story.

Pound surrenders $1.30 level after key Bank of England member hints of interest-rate cuts

The British pound is under pressure after Gertjan Vlieghe, a member of the U.K.’s Monetary Policy Committee, hinted in an interview with the Financial Times that he’d be willing to consider interest rate cuts. See full story.

Apple shareholders should be thankful the company isn’t handing them more cash

Stock buybacks are better from a tax perspective than dividends, writes Gary Smith. See full story.

Take care of that chicken! Marshawn Lynch has some financial advice for young players in epic press conference

Lynch urges players to take care of themselves so they’re ready for life after football. See full story.

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‘Needless to say, he feels no urgency to settle and continues to find ways to prolong the process.’ See full story.