NewsWatch: The Dow has completely recovered its 2020 bear-market loss. Here’s what comes next

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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

Dow’s recovery since March is impressive but says nothing about how long the bull market will run, writes Mark Hulbert. See full story.

Some Americans may get hundreds of dollars more in Social Security benefits under Biden’s proposed change

Joe Biden wants a minimum Social Security benefit for Americans with low lifetime earnings. See full story.

Why a rare Fed-Treasury rift isn’t causing markets to freak out—so far

A feud between the Treasury and the Federal Reserve over the central bank’s lending program is being taken in stride by investors. But that might miss the point, economists warn. See full story.

Georgia’s runoffs on your mind? Here’s what you need to know.

Here is all you need to know about the Georgia, where the outcome of the crucial Senate runoff elections is anyone’s guess. See full story.

6 tax moves to consider before the end of the year to lower your 2020 tax bill

Tax Guy has more advice on how to slim down your tax bill. See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

‘Five years ago, she and her sister inherited a substantial amount of money, split equally between them. Think low six figures.’ See full story.