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WSJ Your Money Briefing

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Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.

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New York, NY

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Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.

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@WSJPodcasts

Language:

English

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1211 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 212-416-2000


Episodes

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

3/19/2024
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

Duration:00:11:27

How Phony Billionaires Are Scamming Stock-Market Investors Online

3/18/2024
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

Duration:00:08:50

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

3/16/2024
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

Duration:00:05:14

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

3/15/2024
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

Duration:00:08:40

Inflation Has Altered Our Expectations of Prices

3/14/2024
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

Duration:00:09:39

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

3/13/2024
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

Duration:00:11:00

Americans Look to Vending Machines for Passive Income

3/12/2024
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

Duration:00:09:29

Why Work Is Becoming Less Important to Americans

3/11/2024
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

Duration:00:10:06

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

3/9/2024
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

Duration:00:05:39

What’s Fueling the Bitcoin Rally?

3/8/2024
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

Duration:00:10:16

The Benefits of Using A Smaller Bank

3/7/2024
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

Duration:00:08:49

Where to Put Your Money in a Bull Market

3/6/2024
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

Duration:00:10:38

How to Avoid Higher Taxes After the Death of a Spouse

3/5/2024
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

Duration:00:09:36

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

3/4/2024
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

Duration:00:10:42

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

3/2/2024
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

Duration:00:05:44

How Friends Can Impact Your View of Your Finances

3/1/2024
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

Duration:00:09:20

Consumers Are Finding Creative Ways to Cope With High Food Prices

2/29/2024
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

Duration:00:09:32

Why Some Empty-Nesters Are Upsizing

2/28/2024
Some adults looking for their next home after their children have moved out are considering larger houses to fit their needs. Wall Street Journal contributor Robyn A. Friedman joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss upsizing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:57

Some Companies Are Dropping College-Degree Requirements for New Hires

2/27/2024
Many companies, including Delta, are waiving the college degree requirement in their job listings. But it doesn’t always lead to those without degrees being hired. Wall Street Journal reporter Lauren Weber joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:10:52

Why Large Appliances Have a Shorter Lifespan

2/26/2024
The complexity of today’s generation of large appliances is costing consumers more money for repairs and accelerating the need for replacement. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:54