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What’s News in Markets: Soup Stock, AI Angst, Lululemon Rebound
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s ailing Campbell’s soup? And why are investors jumpy again about AI? Plus, is Lululemon on the verge of making a comeback? Host Francesca Fo...
What's News in Markets: Cautious Consumers, Dollar Retailers, Media Megadeal
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What are supermarkets and consumer brands saying about shoppers? And which companies are getting a boost from higher-income customers? Plus, who are t...
What’s News in Markets: Investor Jitters, Retail Rivalries, Nuclear AI
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Which of the major home improvement stores came out on top this week? And why is Target investing $1 billion more in store upgrades? Plus, how did the...
What’s News in Markets: Meaty Issues, Tech Troubles, Media Shake-Ups
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What beefy problems were Tyson and vegan alternative Beyond Meat dealing with this week? And what sent tech stocks sliding this week? Plus, how did tw...
What’s News in Markets: Airport Chaos, E.l.f. Disappoints, Palantir Falls
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How have the FAA’s major flight cancellations affected the airlines? And why did E.l.f. Beauty’s stock plummet after reporting an increase in quar...
What’s News in Markets: Nvidia Milestone, Mag 7, Chipotle Suffers
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did Nvidia close out the week after becoming the first $5 trillion company? And how did increased AI spending affect the members of the Magnificen...
What’s News in Markets: AWS Outage, Warner Plans, Earnings Movers
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did Amazon’s stock react to the big internet outage it was behind? And what did investors think of Warner Bros. putting itself up for sale? Plus...
What’s News in Markets: AI Deals, Trump on Pharma, Banks Split
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did the week’s AI dealmaking affect stocks? And why did President Trump’s comments on weight-loss drugs hurt pharma shares? Plus, how did the ...
What’s News in Markets: Tariff Fear, Delta Soars, AMD + OpenAI
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What set off Wall Street’s “fear gauge”? And how did Delta’s earnings affect airline stocks? Plus, how did markets react to AMD’s new partne...
What’s News in Markets: EA’s Goodbye, TrumpRx, FICO Tweak
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do investors think of Electronic Arts saying “game over” to the public markets? And how did Pfizer do amid pharma stocks’ TrumpRx-fueled ra...
What’s News in Markets: CarMax Woes, Intel Soars, Tylenol Pressure
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did CarMax’s earnings spook investors? And how has Intel stock gained 46% this month? Plus, what’s driving a sharp selloff in Kenvue shares? H...
What’s News in Markets: Intel’s Win, Darden’s Struggles, FedEx on Tariffs
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What drove Intel’s best day since 1987? And why is the owner of Olive Garden struggling? Plus, how are tariffs impacting FedEx? Host Jack Pitcher di...
What’s News in Markets: Robinhood Social, AI Oracle, Paramount Bid
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did Robinhood go social? And how did AI help Oracle make up for its lackluster earnings results? Plus, will Paramount make a bid for Warner? Host ...
What’s News in Markets: Kraft Heinz Split, Macy’s Turnaround, Musk’s Pay
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do investors think of Kraft Heinz’s plan to split its business in two? And how is Macy’s turnaround affecting its stock? Plus, Tesla sharehol...
What’s News in Markets: Home Depot Rallies, Target Misses, Meta Pauses
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did Home Depot bounce back in spite of a mixed bag of a quarterly report? And what caused a leadership shakeup at Target? Plus, why is Meta pausin...
What’s News in Markets: Intel Rallies, Amazon Delivers, Tapestry Plummets
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What caused Intel’s share price to bounce back? And how did Amazon’s new same-day grocery delivery rollout affect its shares? Plus, how did a $160...
What's News in Earnings: Why Some Money Managers Are Trailing the Market
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode for Aug. 11. Shares of publicly traded private-equity firms like Blackstone and Apollo are down year-to-date, trailing the broader marke...
What’s News in Markets: Apple’s Investment, Fannie and Freddie’s IPO, Crocs’ Misstep
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did Apple avoid tariffs on its chips? And are mortgage lenders Fannie and Freddie set to go public? Plus, what caused Crocs shares to plunge? Host...
What’s News in Earnings: Tough Times Come for Big Food
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode for Aug. 6. It’s tough sledding in the food business as costs rise but consumers aren’t having higher prices. How are food companies...
What’s News in Earnings: How Magnificent Can the Magnificent Seven Get?
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode for Aug. 5. Six of the so-called Magnificent Seven companies have reported quarterly earnings, with only Nvidia, the most-valuable of th...
What’s News in Markets: Novo Tumbles, Meta Soars, Apple Sells
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Novo Nordisk losing its lead in the weight-loss market? And what caused Meta’s shares to jump? Plus, why did shoppers rush to buy Apple’s iPhon...
What’s News in Earnings: How Logistics Operators Are Navigating Trade War Turmoil
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus Episode for Aug. 1. Logistics companies that deliver the goods you use everyday are grappling with rapid shifts in freight demand due to Preside...
What’s News in Markets: Meme Stock Frenzy, Chipotle Stumbles, Toyota Rises
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Which companies’ shares are under the sway of meme traders this summer? And why did Chipotle’s sales alarm investors? Plus, why did a trade-war de...
What’s News in Markets: Bank Earnings, Nvidia Gains, MP Materials Deal
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why were bank stocks down if bank earnings were strong? And how is Nvidia back in business in China? Plus, which company did MP Materials strike a dea...
What's News in Markets: Tesla Turmoil, WK Kellogg Gains, MP Materials Soars
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did the latest back-and-forth between President Trump and Elon Musk affect Tesla shares? And what food-industry deal news gave WK Kellogg a bump? ...
A Message to our Listeners
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your Money Briefing is taking a break. Here’s a message from our producer, Ariana Aspuru, and our supervising producer, Melony Roy. We’re hitting ...
What’s News in Markets: Occidental Petroleum Wobbles, Tesla Gains, Bumble Soars
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did the Middle East conflict affect Occidental Petroleum stock? And what did Tesla’s robotaxi launch mean for its shares? Plus, why investors ch...
She Built an AI Career Coach and It's the Best One She’s Ever Had
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the past year, Alexandra Samuel has been working with an AI career coach that she says has unlocked new levels of creativity, dreams and career pr...
Millennials Brace for Their Third Recession
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Millennials’ financial lives have been profoundly shaped by two economic events: the Great Recession of 2008 and the pandemic-era shutdowns. Now, th...
Why More Workers Are Putting in Extra Hours After the Workday
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to a growing number of meetings, messages, and actual work, more employees are finding it difficult to log off after regular work hours. Wall S...
Corporate America’s Attempt to Rebrand DEI Programs
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just a few years after they trumpeted their DEI efforts, companies are now backtracking and trying to hide these programs. Wall Street Journal On the ...
There Are Now Half a Million More Home Sellers Than Buyers
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
House hunters have struggled with mortgage rates above 6.5%, stubbornly high home prices and low inventory — but now, they may finally have the uppe...
What’s News in Markets: U.S. Steel Deal, SunRun Sinks, 23andMe Slides
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did U.S. Steel shares react to White House deal approval? And why did solar stocks slide after Senate revisions to the big budget bill? Plus, what...
From Traditional to Tokenized: The Future of Finance
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At The Wall Street Journal’s Future of Everything Festival, WSJ Deputy Editor in Chief Charles Forelle spoke with trading firm CEO Donald Wilson Jr....
Do You Know More About Personal Finance Than This High Schooler?
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than 120 high-schoolers put their personal finance knowledge to the test in the Council for Economic Education’s National Personal Finance Chal...
How the Strength of the U.S. Dollar Impacts Your Investment Portfolio
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uncertainty around the economy, from tariffs to trade wars, has sunk the value of the dollar to its weakest level in years. Certain stocks do better ...
The Underestimated Cost of Healthcare in Retirement
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As retirees get older, they could face additional costs including medication and doctors visits that could add tens of thousands of dollars to out-of-...
What’s News in Markets: Warner Bros. Discovery Breakup, Smucker Sinks, Boeing Woes
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What did investors make of Warner Bros. Discovery’s split? And what soured J.M. Smucker’s quarter? Plus, how did a deadly plane crash in India aff...
She’s Frugal but He’s a Big Spender. How Do They Make Their Relationship Work?
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You can pick your partner but you can’t choose their spending habits. It’s a common dilemma : one person regularly shops second hand and the other...
Low-Cost Ways to Upgrade to Your Wardrobe
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When budget cuts hit, fashion often suffers. But there are plenty of cheaper, more creative ways to revive that tired wardrobe. Host Oyin Adedoyin tal...
Workers Are Saving Almost What They Should Be for Retirement
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
According to a Fidelity Investments analysis, the average American retirement savings rate in the first three months of the year was 14.3% – just sh...
The Most Expensive Mistakes You Can Make in a Divorce
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Divorce brings out strong emotions — and sometimes, that means less-than-perfect financial judgment. Host Julia Carpenter talks with WSJ contributor...
How to Pass Your Airline Points Down to Your Heirs
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
People can build up hundreds of thousands of travel rewards points over the years — but most of the time, they can’t include those points in their...
What’s News in Markets: Tesla Turmoil, Steelmaker Rallies, Dollar General Gains
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How much did a fight between Elon Musk and President Trump hurt Tesla shares? And why did tariff news lift steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs? Plus, what typ...
How to Get Off the Investing Sidelines
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A turbulent spring in the stock market spooked some investors — and now, they’re struggling to get back in. Host Julia Carpenter talks with WSJ’...
The New GOP Bill Could Make HSAs Even More Accessible
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Health savings accounts cover at least 60 million Americans. Under the tax-and-spending bill’s proposed changes, another 20 million Americans could ...
Making Sense of Weight-Loss Drugs’ Cost and Coverage
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy are no longer in short supply, yet they still can cost more than $1,000 a month out of pocket. Wall Street Journal cont...
Your Favorite Stock Might Be the Biggest Problem With Your Investments
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The market is rebounding, and it is tempting to go all in on a hot company. Wall Street Journal Intelligent Investor columnist Jason Zweig joins host ...
Why Condo Sellers’ Pain Can Be Buyers’ Gain
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Condominium owners saddled with rising HOA fees and special assessments are having a hard time selling their properties. Wall Street Journal personal ...
How Young Entrepreneurs Earn Thousands Selling Clothes Online
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special bonus episode of Your Money Briefing. We’re calling it Keeping it Money, where we'll share personal stories that offer even more i...
What’s News in Markets: Temu’s Pressures, Nvidia Delivers, Beautiful E.l.f.
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What drove Temu’s profit down? And why doesn't Nvidia seem to need China to sell? Plus, how E.l.f. Beauty’s stock got a major glow-up. Host France...
Millions of People Aren’t Paying Their Student Loans. That’s Everyone’s Problem
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More Americans are falling behind on college debt payments, squeezing their budgets and lowering their credit scores. Wall Street Journal economics re...
How an Unsteady Market Is Leading Everyday Investors to Buy and Hold
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
April’s stock market swings have tempted everyday investors to rethink how much they’re willing to risk. Wall Street Journal reporter Hannah Erin ...
AI Shopping Assistants Are Here. Should You Use Them?
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From organizing lists, to comparing products, AI tools have the power to transform how we shop. But without careful handling, these enthusiastic chatb...
How to Negotiate a 'Best and Final’ Job Offer
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a tough labor market, job seekers might be tempted to take what they can get from a job offer, but you could be leaving money, benefits, vacation...
What’s News in Markets: iPhone Tariffs, Target Backlash, Ross Stores Trade Woes
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How did Trump’s latest threats hurt Apple? And how did a DEI boycott affect Target’s latest quarter? Plus, why was Ross Stores the latest company ...
Why the Spring Home Buying Season Is Shaping Up to Be a Disappointment
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The real-estate industry had high expectations going into the spring selling season, but mortgage rates, economic instability, and affordability sidel...
How to Break the Buy-and-Replace Trap
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The constant urge to buy the next new thing can drain your wallet. Wall Street Journal contributor Jeff Galak joins host Imani Moise to explain how to...
Is Your Salary Too High for Today’s Job Market?
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some workers who scored high pay raises or high-paying jobs just a few years ago are now confronting a new economic reality. In today’s cooler job m...
Economic Worries Curtail Summer Travel Plans
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer travel plans are hitting some turbulence. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Ensign joins host Derricke Dennis to discuss how some families ar...
Cheap Items Leave Couples Divided in the War Over Household Clutter
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cheap items bought online are putting couples at odds over what to get rid of and the money being spent. Wall Street Journal reporter Dalvin Brown joi...
What’s News in Markets: Trade Truce Winners, UnitedHealth Slides, Foot Locker Deal Bounce
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Which companies got a boost from the trade truce between the U.S. and China? And how did UnitedHealth shares respond to a week of bad news? Plus, what...
Why Auto Insurance Rates Aren’t Coming Down Any Time Soon
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auto insurance rates were supposed to be cheaper by now. But instead, Trump’s tariff plans mean these prices are staying put. Heard on the Street wr...
What ‘Everyone’s Replaceable’ Means in Today’s Job Market
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amid economic uncertainty, some companies expect more work and less complaining from employees. Wall Street Journal reporter Chip Cutter joins host De...
Navigating the Stock Market When Earnings Reports Offer Unclear Guidance
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trade wars between the Trump administration and other countries have made for uncertainty in the markets, with company earnings reports offering confl...
How Young People Are Coping With Economic Anxiety
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A generation that came of age in the 2008 crash and graduated into a global pandemic is now bracing for a third round of economic turmoil. Wall Street...
Americans Are Claiming Their Social Security Benefits Earlier
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Trump administration has called for sweeping changes to government agencies and fueled claims of fraud in the Social Security administration — a...
WSJ's Take On the Week: Kyla Scanlon on Navigating Financial Advice on Social Media
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special bonus episode of WSJ’s Take On the Week, co-host Telis Demos is joined by social-media content creator and economic commentator Kyla...
What’s News in Markets: Disney Shines, Cleveland-Cliffs Slides, Boeing Climbs
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did Disney’s Middle East expansion wow investors? And how is steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs slowing down its operations? Plus, how did Boeing benef...
Auto Lenders and Tariffs Are Setting Some Car Shoppers Back
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Demand for cars is on the rise — but auto lenders are tightening standards and rejecting potential borrowers. Wall Street Journal reporter Imani Moi...
A 529 Plan Isn’t the Only Way to Save for College
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 529 plan isn’t your only option for funding your child’s education. Wall Street Journal contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host Julia Carpe...
How Rich Millennials Created a New Path to Wealth
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the past, Americans built wealth via traditionally high-paying professions. But these days, millennials are carving out their own paths to financia...
The Remarkable Resilience of the U.S. Economy
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amid changing tariff policies and the threat of a trade war, the American economy is proving its resilience. Wall Street Journal reporter Jeanne Whale...
Not Sure What’s Next For Your Career? Ask AI
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI tools from companies like Salesforce, LinkedIn and Google claim to help frustrated job hunters with career pivots. Wall Street Journal reporter Lin...
What’s News in Markets: Nvidia’s China Rival, Tariff Tech Effect, McDonald’s Slips
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do a Chinese company’s AI chip efforts affect Nvidia? And what’s the trade-war takeaway from this week’s tech earnings? Plus, how is economi...
Why More CEOs Are Leaving Their Jobs
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CEOs are leaving in record numbers— but some lower-level managers s ay they don’t want the headache that comes with the job. Wall Street Journal r...
Will You Hire Me? College Graduates Confront a Tougher Job Market
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Employers are pulling back on hiring just as the class of 2025 polish off their degrees. That’s leaving a lot of soon-to-be-graduates floundering fo...
Consumers Are Fed Up and Tipping Less. Are You?
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Americans are done with the many tipping requests they’re encountering every day and are taking matters into their own hands. Wall Street Journal re...
What It Means When Silver and Gold Are Gaining Popularity Again
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When the economy is in flux, some investors return to a tried and true protection against market chaos: gold. Wall Street Journal reporter Aaron Back ...
This Family Went All in on Roth Savings. Should You?
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One way to minimize taxes on your retirement withdrawals is by contributing that money in Roth accounts. That’s what Paul Ross and his wife did with...
What’s News in Markets: Capital One Gains, Consumer Conglomerate Woes, Alphabet Earnings Shine
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did Capital One’s merger news please investors? And how are tariffs worrying consumer conglomerates like Procter & Gamble? Plus, how Google pare...
They Let You Go, and Now They Want You Back. What Should You Do?
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some workers are getting a surprising offer from the company that recently laid them off: a chance to come back. Should they accept it? Wall Street Jo...
How You Can Get Around Trump’s Tariffs When Traveling Abroad
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One way to avoid paying President Trump’s tariffs on imports is to buy those items when vacationing overseas. But there are many rules to navigate t...
How Young Women Are Recession-Proofing Their Lives
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
According to Google, searches in the U.S. for “press on nails” and “blonde to brunette hair” are up more than 10% since February. Wall Street ...
Why a New Generation of Workers Is Choosing to Join the Family Business
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For some young workers struggling to get their foot in the door, the answer is to finally take up mom or dad’s offer to join the family business. Wa...
Your Packed Lunch Could Cost More Than You Think
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More workers are bringing lunch from home than they have in years. It can save you money, but it might also be hurting the economy. Wall Street Journa...
What’s News in Markets: Lilly Surges, UnitedHealth Plummets, Netflix Aims for $1 Trillion
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did news from a weight-loss drug pill trial boost Eli Lilly? And how are costs in the Medicare business affecting UnitedHealth? Plus, what ambitio...
Why More Americans Are Sitting on Cash Piles Instead of ‘Buying the Dip’
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With an ongoing trade war and a volatile stock market, some cautious investors are opting to keep their cash on hand. Wall Street Journal reporter Kry...
The Tax Surprises Hidden in Market Ups and Downs
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week’s market volatility could have some silver linings. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Julia Carpenter to share some o...
How Market Volatility Can Affect Homeowners and House Hunters
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mortgage rates have gone up since last week’s market volatility. Wall Street Journal reporter Veronica Dagher joins host Julia Carpenter to discuss ...
What a Volatile Market Means for Your 529 Savings Plan
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week’s turbulent stock market wiped out years of college savings for some parents. Wall Street Journal reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host Juli...
How to Invest Amid a Market Freakout
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a historically chaotic week for the stock market, uncertainty about the scope and impact of President Trump’s tariffs means that more market v...
Buying a Home in 2025: How Tariffs and Labor Shortages Could Impact the Market
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many prospective homebuyers may find themselves locked out of the market again this year. What key signs should buyers watch for in the coming months?...
What’s News in Markets: Banks' Warnings, CarMax Stalls, Delta Shares Fly
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why did banks report higher profit but also warn of a recession risk? And how did President Trump’s tariff announcements affect CarMax? Plus, what c...
Your Clutter Is Costing More Than You Think
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In 2024, Americans bought 5.7 times as much flatware and dishes and 3.5 times the furniture compared with 1994, according to Commerce Department data....
Want to Retire Before 65? Here’s What You Should Know
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An early exit from the workforce comes with significant psychological and financial consequences. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins hos...
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Boost Already High Car Prices
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump’s auto tariffs could drive up prices and lead to higher monthly payments for consumers. Wall Street Journal reporter Joe Pinsker joi...
Yes, It’s Still a Bad Idea to Cheat on Your Taxes
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite recent cuts, the IRS is still cracking down on filers who cheat on their tax returns this year. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunder...
The REAL ID Deadline Is Setting Off a Mad Scramble for Travelers
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After years of delays, the U.S. is finally requiring travelers to have so-called REAL IDs in order to fly. WSJ reporter Allison Pohle joins host Jacob...
Buying a Home in 2025: How to Be a Better Buyer
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you think you’re ready to take the plunge but feel overwhelmed by rising costs and the competitive landscape of the housing market, this episode ...