Wsj Your Money Briefing

Americans have been accumulating mountains of credit-card points. Inflation is eroding their value. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what you should know to preserve the value of your points.  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.

Hotel room rates have skyrocketed in recent years, now averaging $200 or more in some of the nation’s largest cities. Wall Street Journal travel reporter Allison Pohle joins J.R. Whalen to discuss what travelers can do to save money without having to cancel their plans.  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.

In the third episode of our series “Your Money, Your Vote,” we delve into the presidential nominees' positions on student loans and the cost of higher education. In the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling against President Biden’s student-loan forgiveness plan, the administration has shifted to a more fragmented approach to address student debt. We’ll look into whether Vice President Kamala Harris will carry on Biden’s initiatives. And we’ll explore former President Trump’s views on student loans, including how they have evolved, if at all, in his current campaign. J.R. Whalen hosts. 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.

What did investors make of changes to Southwest’s famous seating strategy? And why did two big AI tech-stock names go in opposite directions? Plus, why did Costco shares get a markdown? 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A recent data breach at Disney that exposed millions of intraoffice messages has shed light on whether direct messages between co-workers can be seen by others. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by the WSJ’s Shara Tibken and Chip Cutter who discuss what employees should know about privacy on apps like Slack and Google Chat, and what rights workers have when it comes to workplace messaging.  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.

As interest rates decline, some financial advisers are steering their clients toward bonds. Wall Street Journal reporter Vicky Ge Huang joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what you should know about buying bonds and how they compare to other investments. 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.

Retirees concerned about the costs of living in cities and suburbs are moving to more rural parts of the country. Wall Street Journal reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the trade-offs involved. 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.

Many companies are offering signing bonuses to seal the deal with qualified candidates. Wall Street Journal reporter Ray A. Smith joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how to ask for one. 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.

Financial advisers say the tone and frenetic pace of political campaigns can add to someone’s financial anxiety, causing some people to find comfort by overspending. Wall Street Journal contributor Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how you can rise above the political fray and better manage your personal finances . 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.

In the second episode of our series “Your Money, Your Vote,” we break down the tax plans of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ tax reporters Rich Rubin and Laura Saunders to discuss which tax cuts might be extended, how the candidates’ proposed policies could affect your finances and the role of a potentially divided Congress in advancing those plans. 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.

Space exploration company Intuitive Machines got a big NASA contract, so did its stock go to the moon? And what did investors think of getting Olive Garden delivered? Plus, why did FedEx and Nike shares go in opposite directions? 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week’s interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve could make refinancing more attractive for homeowners saddled with higher mortgage rates. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what to consider before deciding to refinance. 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.

Plus: U.S. stocks rally a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates. Israel launched a wave of airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, as the militant group’s leader said the attacks on its members amounted to a declaration of war. J.R. Whalen reports. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point yesterday, the first reduction since 2020. Wall Street Journal economics reporter Justin Lahart joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it’s likely to affect credit-card account holders and prospective home buyers. 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.

In the wake of a crackdown on so-called junk fees, more companies are making the unpopular charges easier for consumers to spot. But the fees still aren't going away. Wall Street Journal reporter Allison Pohle joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why, and what consumers can do about 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.

The Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates this week for the first time since 2020.  Wall Street Journal reporter Joe Pinsker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss where financial advisors suggest you put your cash.  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.

The annual cost of living adjustment for Social Security monthly payments is projected to rise at a significantly smaller pace than the past several years. Wall S treet Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the increase is designed to prevent retirees from losing ground to inflation. 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.

In the first episode of our new series “Your Money, Your Vote," we tackle one of the hottest topics in the 2024 election: inflation and the economy. With rising prices top of mind for voters, we break down the facts on inflation and how former President Donald Trump’s and Vice President Kamala Harris’s economic proposals could impact your personal finances. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What warning did JPMorgan give about rate cuts? And why are health insurers taking a hit after the presidential debate? Plus, how much did a big chipmaker rally support stock indexes this week? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gen Zers and younger millennials, who once questioned the value of corporate life, are now embracing the structured workweek, steady paycheck, and employee benefits. Wall Street Journal reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. 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.