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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE
U.S. stocks open modestly higher Tuesday, but enough to carve out fresh records for the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq, with investors attributing continued optimism surrounding equities to signs of a slowdown of cases of the deadly coronavirus in China. See full story.
Europe must recognize China for what it is
China is a threat to the values of the European Union, not just an important business partner, writes George Soros See full story.
Coronavirus plunges China into massive work-at-home pilot program
China has lagged much of the world in permitting telecommuting — till now. See full story.
How Trump’s proposed benefits changes will create hardship for rural Americans
Nearly 8.4 million people receive Social Security Disability Benefits. See full story.
Investors are counting too much on a Trump win, warns State Street
Our call of the day from State Street’s deputy global chief investment officer, Lori Heinel, cautions that investors aren’t thinking enough about politics right now. See full story.
MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE
Dairy milk sales have fallen by $1 billion. See full story.
