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.
Location:
New York, NY
Description:
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.
Twitter:
@WSJPodcasts
Language:
English
Contact:
1211 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 212-416-2000
Email:
podcast@wsj.com
Episodes
Consumer Spending, Slow Job Growth May Factor Into Fed’s Rate Decision
11/3/2024
The Federal Reserve is expected to issue a decision on interest rates on Thursday, with one more scheduled for December. Wall Street Journal chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how an uneven economy, and the presidential election, could impact the Fed’s plan in the months ahead. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:16
What’s News in Markets: Super Micro Plunges, Tech Worries, Amazon Rallies
11/2/2024
Why are investors concerned about Super Micro Computer? And what caused the sharpest tech selloff in months? Plus, why Amazon’s earnings impressed. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:04:38
Money Moves to Make Now to Reduce Next Year’s Tax Bill
11/1/2024
Tax-filing season is still several months away. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss money-saving adjustments taxpayers can make to their withholding levels and retirement accounts, plus tax credits to take advantage of, before the end of 2024. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:41
Child Care Will Be on the Ballot in Several U.S. States
10/31/2024
As child care becomes financially out-of-reach for many families, voters in several counties will decide next week on ballot measures to raise taxes and boost accessibility. Wall Street Journal reporter Harriet Torry joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why affordable daycare is seen as vital to local economies. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:15
Social Media Can Be An Asset – So Who Gets It in a Divorce?
10/30/2024
When couples who make their living from social media split up, assessing the accounts’ value can be complicated and messy. Wall Street Journal reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to protect your social media assets in a divorce. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:03
The IRS Has Released Its New Tax Brackets for 2025. Where Do You Fall?
10/29/2024
The brackets that determine how much you pay in taxes are moving up by their smallest amount in a few years. WSJ reporter Ashlea Ebeling tells Ariana Aspuru what this change means and how it could impact your 2025 return. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:54
When Lending Money to Family and Friends, Treat It Like a Bank Loan
10/28/2024
Loaning money to family or friends can be risky and create tension, especially when you’re waiting for them to pay you back. ParkBridge Wealth Management’s Jonathan Shenkman tells host Ariana Aspuru how he advises clients to put emotions aside and treat it like a bank loan. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:44
What’s News in Markets: McDonald’s Outbreak, Fashion Merger, Spirit’s Wild Ride
10/26/2024
How has an E. coli outbreak affected McDonald’s? And how did fashion stocks Tapestry and Capri trade after a judge blocked their $8.5 billion deal? Plus, what’s driving turbulence in Spirit Airlines stock? 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:00:05:13
Private Markets Have Been Reserved for the Wealthy. Should a Test Change That?
10/25/2024
A proposal from lawmakers could open up investment opportunities in private companies – if you can pass an exam based on your financial acumen. Wall Street Journal reporter Corrie Driebusch joins host Ariana Aspuru to break down how it might work and what it means for investors. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:06
Stop Networking, Start Connecting – It Can Boost Your Career
10/24/2024
Connectors have a diverse network of contacts, always know who to reach out to, and their careers benefit from it often with bigger raises and promotions. WSJ columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how you can become one. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:33
The Cost of Lottery Tickets Is Rising, Along With the Billion Dollar Jackpots
10/23/2024
Mega Millions is planning to raise the price of a lottery ticket to $5 next year. WSJ personal finance reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why it’s getting more expensive to buy that ticket to a billion dollar dream. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:07:56
Business Casual Is Getting Less Casual. What’s It Cost?
10/22/2024
More office workers are ditching jeans and sneakers for a blazer and heels. But at what cost? WSJ contributor Emily Cronin joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how you can keep up with the new rules for business casual and afford to feel stylish at work. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:07
How the ‘Relocation Penalty’ Hurts Women’s Pay
10/21/2024
As more people relocate for a job, research shows that couples are more likely to move when it benefits the man, even if the woman’s career would gain more from moving. Wall Street Journal reporter Dalvin Brown joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the resulting pay gap between men and women. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:21
What’s News in Markets: United Soars, CVS Warns, Netflix Shines
10/19/2024
How did rivals help United take off? And what has investors worried about the health of CVS? Plus, why Netflix shares jumped. Host Francesca Fontana 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:05:27
On LinkedIn, Some Job Seekers Aren’t Shy About Being Desperate
10/18/2024
Some job seekers are posting on LinkedIn that they are #Desperate to be hired. Wall Street Journal reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss whether the tactic could help land an interview or a job. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:27
Bond Investors Face Delays Moving Their Money From TreasuryDirect
10/17/2024
A rush of demand on the Treasury Department's antiquated website for buying government debt means some investors could be waiting up to 12 months to shift their money to a brokerage account. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how investors are dealing with the delay. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:58
If You Can’t Get a Big Raise, Here’s How to Get More From Benefits
10/16/2024
The cost of employer-provided health insurance, which rose 7% in 2024 for the second straight year, is expected to rise again next year and outpace less-generous raises. Wall Street Journal reporter Ray A. Smith joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss questions to ask about your benefits package to potentially lessen the squeeze on your paycheck. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:09:02
To Sign or Not to Sign: Why Your Signature Has Become Obsolete
10/15/2024
Your signature is no longer needed on most electronic transactions as a way to prevent fraud. But customers are still being asked to sign at many restaurants, bars and other businesses, and people keep signing out of habit. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss when a signature is and isn’t required . Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:10:06
The Millionaire Next Door Could Be Your Plumber
10/14/2024
Private-equity firms are spending millions of dollars to purchase HVAC, plumbing and electrical companies. Wall Street Journal reporter Te-Ping Chen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it is boosting income for some skilled tradespeople as well as how it impacts services they provide to consumers. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:08:51
What’s News in Markets: Super Micro Boost, Delta's Dip, Robotaxi Disappoints
10/12/2024
What turned Monday into a super day for Super Micro? And what did the CrowdStrike meltdown cost Delta Airlines? Plus, why did Tesla’s robotaxi fail to wow investors? Host Francesca Fontana 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:00:05:27