She’s Frugal but He’s a Big Spender. How Do They Make Their Relationship Work?
Fri, 13 Jun 2025
You can pick your partner but you can’t choose their spending habits. It’s a common dilemma : on...
Low-Cost Ways to Upgrade to Your Wardrobe
Thu, 12 Jun 2025
When budget cuts hit, fashion often suffers. But there are plenty of cheaper, more creative ways to ...
Workers Are Saving Almost What They Should Be for Retirement
Wed, 11 Jun 2025
According to a Fidelity Investments analysis, the average American retirement savings rate in the fi...
The Most Expensive Mistakes You Can Make in a Divorce
Tue, 10 Jun 2025
Divorce brings out strong emotions — and sometimes, that means less-than-perfect financial judgmen...
How to Pass Your Airline Points Down to Your Heirs
Mon, 09 Jun 2025
People can build up hundreds of thousands of travel rewards points over the years — but most of th...
What’s News in Markets: Tesla Turmoil, Steelmaker Rallies, Dollar General Gains
Sat, 07 Jun 2025
How much did a fight between Elon Musk and President Trump hurt Tesla shares? And why did tariff new...
How to Get Off the Investing Sidelines
Fri, 06 Jun 2025
A turbulent spring in the stock market spooked some investors — and now, they’re struggling to g...
The New GOP Bill Could Make HSAs Even More Accessible
Thu, 05 Jun 2025
Health savings accounts cover at least 60 million Americans. Under the tax-and-spending bill’s pro...
Making Sense of Weight-Loss Drugs’ Cost and Coverage
Wed, 04 Jun 2025
GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy are no longer in short supply, yet they still can cost more than $1,0...
Your Favorite Stock Might Be the Biggest Problem With Your Investments
Tue, 03 Jun 2025
The market is rebounding, and it is tempting to go all in on a hot company. Wall Street Journal Inte...
Why Condo Sellers’ Pain Can Be Buyers’ Gain
Mon, 02 Jun 2025
Condominium owners saddled with rising HOA fees and special assessments are having a hard time selli...
How Young Entrepreneurs Earn Thousands Selling Clothes Online
Sun, 01 Jun 2025
This is a special bonus episode of Your Money Briefing. We’re calling it Keeping it Money, where w...
What’s News in Markets: Temu’s Pressures, Nvidia Delivers, Beautiful E.l.f.
Sat, 31 May 2025
What drove Temu’s profit down? And why doesn't Nvidia seem to need China to sell? Plus, how E.l.f....
Millions of People Aren’t Paying Their Student Loans. That’s Everyone’s Problem
Fri, 30 May 2025
More Americans are falling behind on college debt payments, squeezing their budgets and lowering the...
How an Unsteady Market Is Leading Everyday Investors to Buy and Hold
Thu, 29 May 2025
April’s stock market swings have tempted everyday investors to rethink how much they’re willing ...
AI Shopping Assistants Are Here. Should You Use Them?
Wed, 28 May 2025
From organizing lists, to comparing products, AI tools have the power to transform how we shop. But ...
How to Negotiate a 'Best and Final’ Job Offer
Tue, 27 May 2025
In a tough labor market, job seekers might be tempted to take what they can get from a job offer, ...
What’s News in Markets: iPhone Tariffs, Target Backlash, Ross Stores Trade Woes
Sat, 24 May 2025
How did Trump’s latest threats hurt Apple? And how did a DEI boycott affect Target’s latest quar...
Why the Spring Home Buying Season Is Shaping Up to Be a Disappointment
Fri, 23 May 2025
The real-estate industry had high expectations going into the spring selling season, but mortgage ra...
How to Break the Buy-and-Replace Trap
Thu, 22 May 2025
The constant urge to buy the next new thing can drain your wallet. Wall Street Journal contributor J...
Is Your Salary Too High for Today’s Job Market?
Wed, 21 May 2025
Some workers who scored high pay raises or high-paying jobs just a few years ago are now confronting...
Economic Worries Curtail Summer Travel Plans
Tue, 20 May 2025
Summer travel plans are hitting some turbulence. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Ensign joins ho...
Cheap Items Leave Couples Divided in the War Over Household Clutter
Mon, 19 May 2025
Cheap items bought online are putting couples at odds over what to get rid of and the money being sp...
What’s News in Markets: Trade Truce Winners, UnitedHealth Slides, Foot Locker Deal Bounce
Sat, 17 May 2025
Which companies got a boost from the trade truce between the U.S. and China? And how did UnitedHealt...
Why Auto Insurance Rates Aren’t Coming Down Any Time Soon
Fri, 16 May 2025
Auto insurance rates were supposed to be cheaper by now. But instead, Trump’s tariff plans mean th...
What ‘Everyone’s Replaceable’ Means in Today’s Job Market
Thu, 15 May 2025
Amid economic uncertainty, some companies expect more work and less complaining from employees. Wall...
Navigating the Stock Market When Earnings Reports Offer Unclear Guidance
Wed, 14 May 2025
Trade wars between the Trump administration and other countries have made for uncertainty in the mar...
How Young People Are Coping With Economic Anxiety
Tue, 13 May 2025
A generation that came of age in the 2008 crash and graduated into a global pandemic is now bracing ...
Americans Are Claiming Their Social Security Benefits Earlier
Mon, 12 May 2025
The Trump administration has called for sweeping changes to government agencies and fueled claims of...
WSJ's Take On the Week: Kyla Scanlon on Navigating Financial Advice on Social Media
Sun, 11 May 2025
In this special bonus episode of WSJ’s Take On the Week, co-host Telis Demos is joined by social-m...
What’s News in Markets: Disney Shines, Cleveland-Cliffs Slides, Boeing Climbs
Sat, 10 May 2025
Why did Disney’s Middle East expansion wow investors? And how is steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs slowi...
Auto Lenders and Tariffs Are Setting Some Car Shoppers Back
Fri, 09 May 2025
Demand for cars is on the rise — but auto lenders are tightening standards and rejecting potential...
A 529 Plan Isn’t the Only Way to Save for College
Thu, 08 May 2025
The 529 plan isn’t your only option for funding your child’s education. Wall Street Journal cont...
How Rich Millennials Created a New Path to Wealth
Wed, 07 May 2025
In the past, Americans built wealth via traditionally high-paying professions. But these days, mille...
The Remarkable Resilience of the U.S. Economy
Tue, 06 May 2025
Amid changing tariff policies and the threat of a trade war, the American economy is proving its res...
Not Sure What’s Next For Your Career? Ask AI
Mon, 05 May 2025
AI tools from companies like Salesforce, LinkedIn and Google claim to help frustrated job hunters wi...
What’s News in Markets: Nvidia’s China Rival, Tariff Tech Effect, McDonald’s Slips
Sat, 03 May 2025
How do a Chinese company’s AI chip efforts affect Nvidia? And what’s the trade-war takeaway from...
Why More CEOs Are Leaving Their Jobs
Fri, 02 May 2025
CEOs are leaving in record numbers— but some lower-level managers s ay they don’t want the heada...
Will You Hire Me? College Graduates Confront a Tougher Job Market
Thu, 01 May 2025
Employers are pulling back on hiring just as the class of 2025 polish off their degrees. That’s le...
Consumers Are Fed Up and Tipping Less. Are You?
Wed, 30 Apr 2025
Americans are done with the many tipping requests they’re encountering every day and are taking ma...
What It Means When Silver and Gold Are Gaining Popularity Again
Tue, 29 Apr 2025
When the economy is in flux, some investors return to a tried and true protection against market cha...
This Family Went All in on Roth Savings. Should You?
Mon, 28 Apr 2025
One way to minimize taxes on your retirement withdrawals is by contributing that money in Roth accou...
What’s News in Markets: Capital One Gains, Consumer Conglomerate Woes, Alphabet Earnings Shine
Sat, 26 Apr 2025
Why did Capital One’s merger news please investors? And how are tariffs worrying consumer conglome...
They Let You Go, and Now They Want You Back. What Should You Do?
Fri, 25 Apr 2025
Some workers are getting a surprising offer from the company that recently laid them off: a chance t...
How You Can Get Around Trump’s Tariffs When Traveling Abroad
Thu, 24 Apr 2025
One way to avoid paying President Trump’s tariffs on imports is to buy those items when vacationin...
How Young Women Are Recession-Proofing Their Lives
Wed, 23 Apr 2025
According to Google, searches in the U.S. for “press on nails” and “blonde to brunette hair”...
Why a New Generation of Workers Is Choosing to Join the Family Business
Tue, 22 Apr 2025
For some young workers struggling to get their foot in the door, the answer is to finally take up mo...
Your Packed Lunch Could Cost More Than You Think
Mon, 21 Apr 2025
More workers are bringing lunch from home than they have in years. It can save you money, but it mig...
What’s News in Markets: Lilly Surges, UnitedHealth Plummets, Netflix Aims for $1 Trillion
Sat, 19 Apr 2025
Why did news from a weight-loss drug pill trial boost Eli Lilly? And how are costs in the Medicare b...
Why More Americans Are Sitting on Cash Piles Instead of ‘Buying the Dip’
Fri, 18 Apr 2025
With an ongoing trade war and a volatile stock market, some cautious investors are opting to keep th...
The Tax Surprises Hidden in Market Ups and Downs
Thu, 17 Apr 2025
Last week’s market volatility could have some silver linings. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea ...
How Market Volatility Can Affect Homeowners and House Hunters
Wed, 16 Apr 2025
Mortgage rates have gone up since last week’s market volatility. Wall Street Journal reporter Vero...
What a Volatile Market Means for Your 529 Savings Plan
Tue, 15 Apr 2025
Last week’s turbulent stock market wiped out years of college savings for some parents. Wall Str...
How to Invest Amid a Market Freakout
Mon, 14 Apr 2025
After a historically chaotic week for the stock market, uncertainty about the scope and impact of Pr...
Buying a Home in 2025: How Tariffs and Labor Shortages Could Impact the Market
Sun, 13 Apr 2025
Many prospective homebuyers may find themselves locked out of the market again this year. What key s...
What’s News in Markets: Banks' Warnings, CarMax Stalls, Delta Shares Fly
Sat, 12 Apr 2025
Why did banks report higher profit but also warn of a recession risk? And how did President Trump’...
Your Clutter Is Costing More Than You Think
Fri, 11 Apr 2025
In 2024, Americans bought 5.7 times as much flatware and dishes and 3.5 times the furniture compared...
Want to Retire Before 65? Here’s What You Should Know
Thu, 10 Apr 2025
An early exit from the workforce comes with significant psychological and financial consequences. Wa...
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Boost Already High Car Prices
Wed, 09 Apr 2025
President Trump’s auto tariffs could drive up prices and lead to higher monthly payments for consu...
Yes, It’s Still a Bad Idea to Cheat on Your Taxes
Tue, 08 Apr 2025
Despite recent cuts, the IRS is still cracking down on filers who cheat on their tax returns this ye...
The REAL ID Deadline Is Setting Off a Mad Scramble for Travelers
Mon, 07 Apr 2025
After years of delays, the U.S. is finally requiring travelers to have so-called REAL IDs in order t...
Buying a Home in 2025: How to Be a Better Buyer
Sun, 06 Apr 2025
If you think you’re ready to take the plunge but feel overwhelmed by rising costs and the competit...
What’s News in Markets: Nike Tariff Turmoil, The Not-So-Magnificent Seven, Newsmax’s Wild Debut
Sat, 05 Apr 2025
Why did President Trump’s tariff announcements send Nike stock spinning? And what’s weighing on ...
Volatile Markets Are Creating a New Generation of Gold Bugs
Fri, 04 Apr 2025
Rattled investors are once again looking to gold as a safe haven, but the strategy isn’t without i...
Clarity on Tariffs Could Bring Stability to Markets
Thu, 03 Apr 2025
President Trump’s latest round of tariffs may pose a threat to certain industries and the broader ...
Why Millions of Student Borrowers Could See a Big Drop in Their Credit Scores
Wed, 02 Apr 2025
More than 9 million student-loan borrowers could see a decline in their credit scores in the first h...
The Tax Talk Every Young Adult Needs
Tue, 01 Apr 2025
Filing taxes for the first time? Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders shares tax lessons that...
Private Markets Are Opening Up. Should You Buy In?
Mon, 31 Mar 2025
A new wave of platforms is letting individual investors buy into private companies for as little as ...
Buying a Home in 2025: What to Know About the Real-Estate Market
Sun, 30 Mar 2025
High mortgage rates, low inventory and unaffordable prices have left a lot of prospective home-buyer...
What’s News in Markets: Tariffs Hit Automakers, Lululemon’s Warning, Family Dollar Sale
Sat, 29 Mar 2025
Why was Tesla not hit as hard by Trump’s new tariffs as GM, Toyota or BMW? And why did Lululemon’...
How Roth IRAs Became the Go-To Account for Young Investors
Fri, 28 Mar 2025
More 20- and 30-somethings are choosing Roth IRAs. WSJ reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Dalvin Bro...
Student Loan Confusion Grows as Trump Moves to Shut Down Education Department
Thu, 27 Mar 2025
President Trump's recent executive order to dissolve the Education Department has left many student ...
Why More Women Are Giving Up on Marriage
Wed, 26 Mar 2025
Gender gaps on politics and education have put some women off dating and even marriage altogether. W...
How to Protect Your Tax Refund From Scammers
Tue, 25 Mar 2025
The IRS is encouraging taxpayers to apply for a six-digit IP PIN to protect their refund from frauds...
What You Can Learn From LinkedIn Influencers to Boost Your Brand Online
Mon, 24 Mar 2025
LinkedIn isn’t just a résumé site anymore — it’s a branding opportunity for content creators...
What’s News in Markets: Walmart Affirms Klarna, Tesla Politics, Consumer Angst
Sat, 22 Mar 2025
What happened when Walmart replaced Affirm with Klarna? And how are Elon Musk’s politics intersect...
Why Some Investors Are Flocking to Dividend Stocks
Fri, 21 Mar 2025
When the stock market experiences volatility, some investors turn to a safer play: dividend stocks. ...
What to Know About TIPS, the Inflation-Protected Securities
Thu, 20 Mar 2025
The yields on Treasury inflation-protected securities have reached their highest levels in two decad...
What Cuts to the IRS Could Mean for Taxpayers
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
A hollowed-out IRS could mean weaker tax enforcement and fewer audits. WSJ tax-policy reporter Richa...
What Self-Employed and Gig Workers Need to Know Before Filing Their Taxes
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Self-employed and gig workers need to app roach tax season a little differently this year. Wall Stre...
What the Fed’s Interest-Rate Cuts Mean for Borrowing and Saving Money
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
The Federal Reserve has been lowering interest rates since September, but consumer borrowing costs h...
What’s News in Markets: Trump’s Tesla, Trade-War Hiccups, Low-Flying Shares
Sat, 15 Mar 2025
What a visit to the White House did for Tesla’s stock. And how American whiskey found itself at th...
With Auto Tariffs on Hold, Is Now the Time to Buy a Car?
Fri, 14 Mar 2025
Carmakers, auto parts suppliers and even car shoppers—everyone wants to make the most of the 30-da...
Why the 401(k) Has Become a Rainy Day Fund
Thu, 13 Mar 2025
More Americans are breaking into their 401(k) accounts to help with financial emergencies. Wall Stre...
How Trump’s Tariff Whiplash Is Spooking Consumers
Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Uncertainty surrounding Trump’s trade war is weighing on consumers. Wall Street Journal reporter R...
How Wealthy Americans Use Cash Balance Plans to Save Millions for Retirement
Tue, 11 Mar 2025
Cash balance retirement plans have surged in popularity and now hold $1 trillion of wealth. Wall Str...
How a Growing Number of People Identifying as Disabled Could Impact Workplace Accessibility
Mon, 10 Mar 2025
More workers are seeking accommodations for mental-health conditions, spurring a debate among people...
What’s News in Markets: Tariffs Whipsaw, Gap’s Bump, Target Prices
Sat, 08 Mar 2025
What made Target’s stock wobble and Gap’s surge? And how are automakers faring in the wake of Tr...
Why Some Families Are Getting Priced Out of Spring Break
Fri, 07 Mar 2025
Rising prices for domestic and international travel are causing more would-be travelers to delay spr...
Why School Districts Are Spending Millions to Revive High-School Shop Classes
Thu, 06 Mar 2025
Welders, mechanics and carpenters could have a promising future in the digital age. School districts...
Trump Tariffs: How Much More Will Consumers Pay?
Wed, 05 Mar 2025
President Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada and an additional 1...
Tax Season 2025: A Cheat Sheet for Retirees and Retirement Accounts
Tue, 04 Mar 2025
To encourage Americans to save for retirement, Congress has set up tax-favored accounts. While these...
How Trump’s Plan to Halt Penny Production Could Impact Consumers
Mon, 03 Mar 2025
President Trump has instructed the U.S. Treasury to halt the minting of new pennies as part of an ef...
What’s News in Markets: Home Depot Delivers, Nvidia Wobbles
Sat, 01 Mar 2025
What drove gains at Home Depot in the past quarter? And what made investors nervous about Nvidia’s...
How Parents Can Maximize Their Tax Refund
Fri, 28 Feb 2025
Congress has added various breaks and credits for parents throughout the tax code. Wall Street Journ...
More Adults Are Ordering From the Kids’ Menu
Thu, 27 Feb 2025
If you are looking to cut calories, save some cash, or just feel like a kid again, the kids menu mi...
How Mass Federal Layoffs Could Impact the Economy
Wed, 26 Feb 2025
Layoffs and hiring freezes ordered by the Trump administration have hit thousands of federal workers...
Your Cheat Sheet to Taxes for Investors
Tue, 25 Feb 2025
Investors with assets in taxable accounts could be eligible for favorable tax rates on investment in...
Why Investors Are More Pessimistic About Stocks Now Than Recent Years
Mon, 24 Feb 2025
The percentage of individual investors who expect stock prices to fall over the next six months reac...
What’s News in Markets: Intel Spikes, Walmart Slides, Bumble Fumbles
Sat, 22 Feb 2025
What drove Intel shares higher? And why did Walmart shares tumble after its earnings report? Plus, h...
The Hardball Tactic Landlords Use to Tank Your Credit Score
Fri, 21 Feb 2025
Landlords say that tackling rental disputes by targeting credit scores is more effective than length...
When a Lifetime Subscription Is Worth It – and When It's Not
Thu, 20 Feb 2025
The cost of streaming and other online services continues to rise. More companies are now offering l...
How the Uncertain Future of the CFPB Could Impact Your Money
Wed, 19 Feb 2025
Work at the government’s watchdog for financial products, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau...
How Owning a Home Can Help You Save on Taxes
Tue, 18 Feb 2025
Buying a home is a major investment for many Americans but there are ways to make it less taxing. Wa...