With protests erupting across China over Covid lockdowns, we look at the impact on the global economy and what it means for Xi’s leadership. Worried that the Santa Claus Rally won’t show up this year? One stock-picker tells us why old, big tech is the way to go if you’re looking for protection. And energy is the best performing sector this year, but one technician still sees room to run in the refiners and brings us the names he says are going higher.