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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE
The S&P 500 index on Friday closed below its July 31 finish, a move that turns the “Presidential Predictor” in favor of a victory by Democratic challenger Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in the Nov. 3 election. See full story.
Dow sees worst week and worst month since March as COVID impact weighs, election looms
U.S. stocks ended the week lower Friday, with investors waving off strong quarterly results from tech heavyweights to focus on unease about the outlook amid a continued surge in COVID-19 cases in the U.S. and Europe. See full story.
The asset class you probably haven’t even considered
It’s not fixed income, but safer than equities and yielding close to 5% See full story.
Here are the Senate races to watch, as Democrats battle to take control from Republicans
If Democrats take control of the U.S. Senate, that could shake up key sectors such as tech, health care, finance and energy — especially if the Nov. 3 election brings a “blue wave” that puts Joe Biden in the White House. See full story.
In a deeply-divided Senate, there’s a ray of hope for this big tax break for millions of families
A family spent a monthly average of $715 on child care or $8,580 over the year, according to one analysis on rising health-care costs by Freddie Mac. See full story.
MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE
Here’s what to know about how to take advantage of this unique opportunity and how to travel there on points and miles. See full story.
