NewsWatch: Stock-market expert sees a ‘monstrous’ rally taking hold next week, if one recent trend holds

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The best start to an August for the stock market in years might get even better, as soon as next week, if the forecast from Thomas Lee, founder of Fundstrat Global Advisors, is to be believed. See full story.

Next coronavirus aid package probably won’t become reality this month after better-than-expected July jobs report, analyst says

Friday’s jobs report isn’t helping the talks on Capitol Hill over another big coronavirus relief package, according to some analysts. See full story.

What’s the problem with the 4% rule?

How to budget for the rest of your life See full story.

Gold is a foolish place to put your money right now if you check the facts

Gold slumps when its inflation-adjusted price is as high as it is now, writes Mark Hulbert. See full story.

Microsoft’s Nadella is making a smart bet with TikTok — there’s more to gain than some realize

Microsoft has long pined for more of the under-25 group, and TikTok may fulfill that aspiration most clearly. See full story.

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Mounting evidence suggests COVID-19 could cause brain damage in adults and kids See full story.