Here are the 10 most important stories for investors Wednesday morning

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A daily morning look at the financial stories you need to know to start the day.

STOCKS/ECONOMY

-Stock futures are sharply lower on concerns of a global economic slowdown and more hurdles for U.S. tax reform. The key piece of economic data coming out this morning is the consumer price index.

-Household debt is rising, especially because of credit card delinquencies.

RETAIL WARS

Target's holiday forecast disappointed investors, sending shares lower.