NewsWatch: Trump tweets ‘Don’t be afraid of Covid,’ sparking heated Twitter exchanges

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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

The coronavirus has killed roughly 210,000 Americans, and millions more with the virus don’t have the health-care benefits Trump does. See full story.

Why now is the time to get more bullish on tech stocks, says Citi

Now isn’t the time to abandon tech stocks, says our call of the day, from strategists at Citigroup. See full story.

What Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet have in common with 1970s ‘Nifty-Fifty’ stocks

‘FAAMG’ stocks vs. ‘Nifty Fifty’ comparison is not as scary as it looks. See full story.

European stocks struggle after strong day, as Citi advises region will underperform

European stocks on Tuesday traded in a tight range, as one leading bank said the region was vulnerable to a stalling economy as COVID-19 cases remain elevated. See full story.

When is the Mike Pence–Kamala Harris debate?

Next up on the debate stage: Mike Pence and Kamala Harris. Donald Trump’s vice president and Joe Biden’s running mate will face off against each other in Salt Lake City on Oct. 7, in the sole vice-presidential debate of Campaign 2020. See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

You already look for the right academic and social fit — this approach will give you that and increase your odds of financial aid. See full story.