NewsWatch: Does the bond market have it wrong about inflation?

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MARKETWATCH FRONT PAGE

Beneath the surface of a relatively sanguine U.S. government-bond market is an undercurrent of worry. See full story.

OPEC+ agrees to boost oil production, ending standoff between Saudi Arabia and U.A.E.

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, including Russia, agree Sunday to further relax output curbs. See full story.

The pandemic has created a mountain of medical debt — here’s who is facing those bills

Among people who had medical debt problems, 43% said they saw their credit score drop in the past two years. See full story.

19 dividend stocks to help you combat inflation

These stocks have dividend yields that are at least three times as high as the yields on 10-year U.S. Treasury notes. See full story.

These big tech stocks, including Square and Tesla, are expected to show the best sales growth as the U.S. economy expands

Rapid economic growth bodes well for the largest technology companies. See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

If your mom or dad is your dependent, you’re potentially entitled to some meaningful tax breaks, including a $500 credit. See full story.