The Daily Money 2-24

Welcome to Monday, money readers. It's David here, with today's top financial news.

Coronavirus spooks markets: U.S. stocks are headed toward a rough start to the week, as Dow futures sank 800 points before the market opened Monday.  A jump in the number of coronavirus cases outside China rattled Asia and Europe overnight.

Warning bell or dinner bell? When stocks drop, it's usually best to fight your instinct to flee and to stay invested in the market. 

Candidates on college costs: How should Americans pay for college? Here's what the leading presidential candidates think.

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David Brinkerhoff, Deputy Money Editor