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.

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Yesterday · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: Tech Winners and Losers, Fed Fallout, Taco Bell Rebound
Between Microsoft, Meta, Apple and Amazon, who emerged from a big week for tech earnings unscathed? And how did Jersey Mike’s stock trade post-IPO? Plus, why did Universal Music Group lose a quarter of its value? Host Shradha Dinesh discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
July 25 · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: AI’s Price Tag, Elon Musk’s Reality Check, a Fast Track to Trump Posts
How much AI spending is too much? And why are some Tesla and SpaceX investors losing patience with Elon Musk? Plus, why are Wall Street firms paying up to $100,000 for a fast track to Trump posts? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
July 18 · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: IBM’s Warning, Apple’s Comeback, Wall Street Cashes In
an a 115-year old company reinvent itself for the AI era? And what does Apple’s rally say about the AI trade? Plus, why are Wall Street traders having their best year ever? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
July 11 · 4 min
What’s News in Markets: Middle East Strikes Send Oil Higher, South Korean Chip Stocks Fall, SpaceX Stumbles
How are markets responding to renewed tensions in the Middle East? And why did Samsung’s blockbuster earnings send shares lower? Plus, why didn’t SpaceX get the Nasdaq-100 boost investors were hoping for? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
June 27 · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: AI Tales, Oracle Woes, Wendy’s Sizzles
Why are Micron and Cerebras telling two different AI stories? And why is Oracle one of the worst stocks this week? Plus, who’s behind Wendy’s big rally? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
June 26 · 16 min
The Housing Crisis: Your Biggest Questions, Answered
After a week of exploring America’s housing crisis, listeners wanted to know more. WSJ real estate bureau chief Craig Karmin joins What's News host Luke Vargas to tackle your biggest questions from mortgage rates and construction to immigration and tariffs. Listen to all episodes in our series on ideas for fixing the housing crisis. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
June 25 · 8 min
Giving Up the Deed: Is Renting the New American Dream?
Some Americans are trading deeds for leases as homeownership becomes harder to afford. WSJ personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins What's News host Alex Ossola to examine the rise of the "forever renter" and what it could mean for the future of housing and the American Dream. Listen to all episodes in our series on ideas for fixing the housing crisis. Further reading: The Rise of the Forever Renters Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.
June 24 · 12 min
A 'Mansion Tax' Complicated the Housing Crisis. Could a Federal Bill Fix It?
A Los Angeles tax meant to fund affordable housing offers a cautionary tale about the potential unintended consequences of well-intended policies. WSJ reporters Rebecca Picciotto and Paul Kiernan join What's News host Alex Ossola to explain what that lesson could mean for a bipartisan federal housing bill that President Trump is expected to sign. Listen to all episodes in our series on ideas for fixing the housing crisis. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Additional reading: Lo
June 23 · 10 min
Could New Ways of Building Make Housing More Affordable?
America needs more homes, but labor shortages and rising construction costs are making them harder to build. What's News host Luke Vargas talks to WSJ housing reporter Nicole Friedman about whether factory-built housing, modular construction and other innovations could ease the housing shortage. Listen to all episodes in our series on ideas for fixing the housing crisis.
June 22 · 11 min
How a Parking Lot Fight Explains America's Housing Shortage
In one neighborhood, a fight over a few parking lots has turned into a proxy battle in America’s housing debate, pitting "Not In My Backyard" politics against "Yes In My Backyard" advocates pushing for more construction. What’s News host Luke Vargas and WSJ reporter Rebecca Picciotto dive into the persistent zoning tug-of-wars playing out coast-to-coast as communities try to tackle America’s housing shortage. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
June 20 · 4 min
What’s News in Markets: SpaceX’s Rocky Flight, Oil Slides, Fed Fallout
Will peace in the Middle East lead to an oil glut? And what did investors learn from Kevin Warsh’s first meeting as Federal Reserve chairman? Plus, is SpaceX stock coming back to earth? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
June 13 · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: AI Whiplash, SpaceX’s Historic IPO, Knicks Fever
Where are investors looking beyond AI? And how did the largest IPO in history move markets before it even started trading? Plus, can an NBA playoff run create shareholder value? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
June 11 · 16 min
Money Experts Get Personal on Supporting Adult Children
Your Money Briefing is still on break, but in honor of graduation season, we are bringing you a special panel discussion on the financial intricacies of supporting adult children. Personal finance professionals, authors and professors, including Indeed’s Laura Ullrich, LendingTree’s Matt Schulz, The Ramsey Show’s George Kamel, New York University’s Caitlin Zaloom and Harvard University’s John Campbell, break down the realities of the modern safety net. Plus, the conversation takes a personal tur
June 6 · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: AI Reality Check, Oil’s Tipping Point, Crypto Winter
Why did Broadcom's strong earnings trigger a chip selloff? And what does the standoff in the Middle East mean for oil prices? Plus, what’s bitcoin's value when no one is paying attention? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
May 30 · 4 min
What’s News in Markets: Memory’s Gold Rush, Oil Slips, Ford Finds a New Lane
Are memory chips the new oil? And why are energy stocks getting the cold shoulder? Plus, how is Ford cashing in on the AI boom? Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
May 23 · 5 min
What’s News in Markets: IPO Excitement, Chip Fatigue, the Decline of Dividends
Which tech giant will kick off the next IPO boom? And why weren’t investors impressed by Nvidia’s blowout quarter? Plus, how is the AI frenzy changing the way investors get paid? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
May 16 · 4 min
What’s News in Markets: Clarity Act, Chips’ Dip, Klarna’s Pivot
What drove an up-and-down week for chips stocks like Intel, Nvidia, Micron and Qualcomm? And what kind of clarity did crypto traders get from the Clarity Act advancing in the Senate? Plus, how are investors liking Klarna’s pivot away from “buy now, pay later”? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter
May 14 · 12 min
The Future of Premium Credit Cards
Luxury isn't what it used to be. For Millennials and Gen Z, “premium” isn't just a status symbol—it’s about seamless experiences and values-driven rewards. WSJ’s Imani Moise sat down with Lia Dean, president of banking & premium products at Capital One, at the WSJ’s recent Future of Everything event to discuss why the benefits in your wallet are changing, and what that means for your next trip or big purchase.Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
May 9 · 4 min
What’s News in Markets: Bubble Fears, AI Slop, Toilet Stocks
How is the AI trade different from the dot-com bubble? And why wasn’t Wall Street impressed by Palantir’s blowout quarter? Plus, what does a glass company and a luxury toilet maker have to do with AI? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.
May 2 · 4 min
What’s News in Markets: AI Price Tag, New Oil Rules, Short-Squeeze Payback
Big tech is finally cashing in on AI, but who is making the biggest profits? And what does a weakened OPEC mean for oil markets? Plus, how is Avis getting an investor to hand back gains after a short squeeze? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter

WSJ Your Money Briefing

What’s News in Markets: Tech Winners and Losers, Fed Fallout, Taco Bell Rebound

What’s News in Markets: AI’s Price Tag, Elon Musk’s Reality Check, a Fast Track to Trump Posts

What’s News in Markets: IBM’s Warning, Apple’s Comeback, Wall Street Cashes In

What’s News in Markets: Middle East Strikes Send Oil Higher, South Korean Chip Stocks Fall, SpaceX Stumbles

What’s News in Markets: AI Tales, Oracle Woes, Wendy’s Sizzles

The Housing Crisis: Your Biggest Questions, Answered

Giving Up the Deed: Is Renting the New American Dream?

A 'Mansion Tax' Complicated the Housing Crisis. Could a Federal Bill Fix It?

Could New Ways of Building Make Housing More Affordable?

How a Parking Lot Fight Explains America's Housing Shortage

What’s News in Markets: SpaceX’s Rocky Flight, Oil Slides, Fed Fallout

What’s News in Markets: AI Whiplash, SpaceX’s Historic IPO, Knicks Fever

Money Experts Get Personal on Supporting Adult Children

What’s News in Markets: AI Reality Check, Oil’s Tipping Point, Crypto Winter

What’s News in Markets: Memory’s Gold Rush, Oil Slips, Ford Finds a New Lane

What’s News in Markets: IPO Excitement, Chip Fatigue, the Decline of Dividends

What’s News in Markets: Clarity Act, Chips’ Dip, Klarna’s Pivot

The Future of Premium Credit Cards

What’s News in Markets: Bubble Fears, AI Slop, Toilet Stocks

What’s News in Markets: AI Price Tag, New Oil Rules, Short-Squeeze Payback