The coronavirus that’s roiling China and beyond is creating uncertainty about global economic activity in early 2020, but this week’s initial estimate of US GDP for last year’s fourth quarter is on track to post a gain that’s comparable to Q3’s moderate rise.

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Coronavirus infections in China rise above 4,500; deaths climb to 106: CNBC
New York, with large Chinese population, prepares for coronavirus: NY Times
Don’t blame the slide in US stocks on the coronavirus: MW
Pressure rising for Bolton testimony in impeachment trial: WSJ
Italy’s populist leader fails to win key regional election: RFI
Cyprus is Europe’s new front line for immigration battle: NY Times
Texas factory output accelerated in Jan: Dallas Fed
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