Wsj Your Money Briefing

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Your must-listen weekdays for valuable money and market stories. Our journalists from Heard on the Street, Intelligent Investor and other popular features share insights on investing, market trends, taxes, retirement strategies and much more.

Episodes

  • Class of 2024: Keys to Landing Your First Job

    22/03/2024 Duration: 11min

    This year’s graduating seniors face a more competitive job market than last year. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by reporter Lindsay Ellis, who spoke with several students about how they secured their first job out of college.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Where to Invest Your Cash When Interest Rates Come Down

    21/03/2024 Duration: 07min

    The Federal Reserve said it expects to cut interest rates three times before the end of the year. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how that is likely to impact cash investments. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Could Income Taxes Become Easier to Understand?

    20/03/2024 Duration: 08min

    Congress is considering several proposals that could simplify income tax rules. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how they would impact taxpayers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • The Stock-Market Trade That Has Some Investors Seeking Big Returns

    19/03/2024 Duration: 11min

    Some investors are placing high-risk, high-reward bets that particular stocks will rise in as little as an hour. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Gunjan Banerji joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss short-dated options trading. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • How Phony Billionaires Are Scamming Stock-Market Investors Online

    18/03/2024 Duration: 08min

    Fraudsters posting fake ads on social media and posing as high-profile investors like Cathie Wood, Steve Cohen and Bill Ackman have swindled victims out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Wall Street Journal contributor Randall Smith joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • What’s News in Markets: Southwest Cuts, Discount Trouble, CEO’s Return

    16/03/2024 Duration: 05min

    How are Boeing’s troubles affecting Southwest? And how is inflation impacting discount stores like Dollar Tree? Plus, will the return of a former CEO help Under Armour? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • The Fees That Could Increase the Cost of Your Uber or Lyft Ride

    15/03/2024 Duration: 08min

    In addition to fees mandated by some airports and local governments, Uber and Lyft customers often pay extra charges based on convenience services offered by the rideshare companies. Wall Street Journal travel columnist Dawn Gilbertson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how to avoid some of the fees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Inflation Has Altered Our Expectations of Prices

    14/03/2024 Duration: 09min

    Stubbornly high prices have upended consumers’ ability to budget for shopping trips. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how some people are responding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Is It OK to Tap Your 401(k) for Quick Cash?

    13/03/2024 Duration: 11min

    More Americans are making early withdrawals from their retirement funds to help pay the bills. WSJ’s Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the rules around pulling cash out of your retirement account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Americans Look to Vending Machines for Passive Income

    12/03/2024 Duration: 09min

    Among the side gigs some Americans have taken on to make ends meet is purchasing vending machines. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Joe Pinsker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the costs and responsibilities involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Why Work Is Becoming Less Important to Americans

    11/03/2024 Duration: 10min

    Surveys indicate that while job satisfaction remains high, work is taking on a less prominent role in people’s lives. Wall Street Journal chief economics commentator Greg Ip joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • What’s News in Markets: AI Rewards, Target Missed, Rivian’s Glovebox

    09/03/2024 Duration: 05min

    Which Broadcom financial figures swayed investors? And how is Target planning its turnaround? Plus, how much does a Rivian with a glovebox cost? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • What’s Fueling the Bitcoin Rally?

    08/03/2024 Duration: 10min

    The price of bitcoin has risen to levels not seen since 2021. Wall Street Journal reporter Caitlin Ostroff joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the recent run-up, and how much bitcoin financial advisers suggest should be in your portfolio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • The Benefits of Using A Smaller Bank

    07/03/2024 Duration: 08min

    Some consumers frustrated by their experience with large banks are closing their accounts and moving their money to smaller institutions. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Where to Put Your Money in a Bull Market

    06/03/2024 Duration: 10min

    The S&P 500 has risen roughly 8% since the start of the year. Wall Street Journal reporter Hardika Singh joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss where individual investors are finding value in such a strong market.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • How to Avoid Higher Taxes After the Death of a Spouse

    05/03/2024 Duration: 09min

    Spouses often face an increased tax bill after their partner dies and they transition to being a single filer. Wall Street Journal contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to mitigate what is often referred to as the “survivor trap.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • How to Lock In High Yields Now Before Interest Rates Come Down

    04/03/2024 Duration: 10min

    The Federal Reserve has indicated it could begin lowering interest rates later this year. Wall Street Journal contributor Debbie Carlson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to lock in high yields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • What’s News in Markets: A Tasty Pizza, Promising Drug, High Spirit(s)

    02/03/2024 Duration: 05min

    How did “Emergency Pizza” work out for Domino’s? And is there space for a new weight-loss drug? Plus, is Spirit AeroSystems about to land at Boeing hangars? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • How Friends Can Impact Your View of Your Finances

    01/03/2024 Duration: 09min

    Comparing ourselves to our friends, especially through their social media posts, often produces an incomplete picture of our finances. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how that impacts our ability to set financial goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Consumers Are Finding Creative Ways to Cope With High Food Prices

    29/02/2024 Duration: 09min

     From holding vegetarian potluck dinners to gardening, Americans are finding ways to manage their food bills. Wall Street Journal reporter Heather Haddon joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices