Plus, where President-elect Joe Biden stands on forgiving student loan debt. And, retail sales growth slowed in October. That’s not a great sign for economic recovery, and neither is the continued absence of a new federal pandemic relief package.

Part of rebuilding the U.S. economy will be strengthening unions, President-elect Joe Biden said Monday. Plus, is it fair to call the race for a working vaccine a competition? And, working holiday retail during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Two European Union members are threatening to veto the budget, which requires unanimous approval. U.S. sanctions contribute to China’s biggest smartphone-maker selling off its budget brand. Plus, the key role of bloggers in modern royal fashion.

Plus, Jay Clayton, head of the SEC since 2017, will step down as chairman. And, how much more investors consider factors like environmental responsibility, human rights and labor concerns when deciding where to put their money.

Fifteen Asia-Pacific countries have signed a major China-backed trade deal. What does it mean that the U.S. has been excluded? Plus, the arrival of Walmart Pet Care. And, New York City businesses try to negotiate on paying rent.

As more people work from home, Japan sees a surge in demand for electronics. Why is Taiwan not part of the world’s largest free trade agreement? Plus, alternative careers when traditional jobs dry up.

And the growth of home prices is outpacing that of incomes. Plus, amid rising COVID-19 cases, still no progress on more federal aid. And, eight months into the pandemic in the U.S., the coronavirus is now hitting rural communities hard.

The White House issued an executive order banning U.S. investments in a few dozen Chinese firms. Plus, how employers are (or aren’t) responding to increased stress for workers. And, the growing number of Americans unable to pay their utility bills.

China congratulates President-elect Joe Biden on his victory. Plus, Diwali will be celebrated by millions all over the world this weekend, though businesses catering to the Indian festival of lights are feeling the coronavirus pinch.