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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

There’s a lot of confusion about preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus. Here’s what health experts recommend. See full story.

President Trump declares national emergency over coronavirus pandemic — here’s what that means

In recent weeks, governors in more than half of the states nationwide have declared a state of emergency. See full story.

Where does the stock market go from here after the worst drop since 1987? Here’s what the analyst who called the 2018 rout says

Michael Wilson, Morgan Stanley’s chief U.S. equity strategist, says that it may be time to jump back into stocks after the stock market plunged into a bear market with the sharpest one-day slump since the 1987 crash. See full story.

Spain may be a week ahead of the U.S. in its coronavirus quarantine: Here’s what you can learn from its experience

As coronavirus cases climb in Madrid, one MarketWatch reporter gets a firsthand feel for what it’s like to live under a citywide quarantine. Here’s what Americans need to know to get ready. See full story.

As coronavirus spreads, CDC warns Americans about traveling inside the U.S.

‘If COVID-19 is spreading at your destination, but not where you live, you may be at higher risk of exposure if you travel there.’ See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

Travelers mull over plans in light of COVID-19: ‘My trip is not as important as someone else’s health.’ See full story.