NewsWatch: These copper-exposed stocks can surge in 2021 as tailwinds line up, Morgan Stanley says

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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

Copper-exposed stocks could be set to surge in 2021 and a buying opportunity may be around the corner, Morgan Stanley analysts said on Monday. See full story.

Bill Gates is now the largest farmland owner in America

Bill Gates may no longer be the world’s richest man, but he can claim a new title: America’s farmland king. See full story.

Households are plundering 401(k)s to survive the COVID-19 crisis

Savers are borrowing and withdrawing from retirement plans, survey shows See full story.

We are learning more about diversity at tech companies, but it isn’t good news

As they face continued calls to diversify their workforces, tech companies are increasingly disclosing demographics and pay information, but for the most part those numbers have shown little progress amid high-profile controversies. See full story.

IRS says this tax season will be ‘one of the nation’s most important.’ Make note of these key dates

The IRS will start accepting returns a little later than usual, on Feb. 12. See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

Monday’s top personal finance stories See full story.