Wsj Your Money Briefing

After buying your home, sustaining homeownership can be financially overwhelming as renovations and ongoing maintenance, on top of monthly mortgage payments, put pressure on personal finances. In the final installment of Your Money Briefing’s series “Buying a Home and Keeping It,” we look at resources available to homeowners and pitfalls to avoid.  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.

How did website-design platform Squarespace’s stock make big moves? And are we trading GameStop like it’s 2021? Plus, how is Walmart planning its future? Host Francesca Fontana 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.

Many Americans are spending as much as 80% of their discretionary funds on socializing and making new friends, as the cost of dining and attending events often outpaces the rate of inflation. Wall Street Journal reporter Katherine Hamilton 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.

Inflation over the past two years has caused retirees as well as Americans several years away from retiring to take bigger withdrawals from their savings. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss a new study that focused on how inflation has harmed older households.  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.

Drinks or a meal out with a group of friends can become an uncomfortable situation when the bill comes. Wall Street Journal personal-technology editor Shara Tibken joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the apps available to simplify the process of dividing up costs. 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.

Many consumers have traded down to cheaper grocery alternatives, including chicken, as their share of income spent on food is at a three-decade high. Wall Street Journal reporter Patrick Thomas joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the more attractive price of chicken, relative to beef, may not last. 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.

More businesses are separating fees and extra charges from the listed cost of goods. WSJ reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why they’re doing it and how it’s affecting consumers’ shopping habits. 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 addition to repairs and renovations, dealing with the lifespans of your home’s large appliances will take large bites out of your finances. In the third installment of Your Money Briefing’s four-part series “Buying a Home and Keeping It,” we look at ways to budget for the maintenance of your home. 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.

Can streaming bring some magic back to Disney? And why is Tyson looking for the beef? Plus, how did Lyft manage to beat Uber? Host Francesca Fontana 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.

More hospitals and surgery centers are calling for patients to pay their full deductible before treatment begins. Wall Street Journal reporter Melanie Evans joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss questions you should ask as well as financial aid programs available. 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.

Americans in their early 20s are saddled with more credit-card debt than people their age in previous generations. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how they accumulated so much debt, and ways to pay it off. 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.

Millions of positions remain unfilled, and yet qualified candidates say they’re being passed over and can’t land a job. Wall Street Journal “On the Clock” columnist Callum Borchers 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.

Despite economic data that says Gen Z is doing better financially than generations before, TikTok is showing them mixed messages. Wall Street Journal reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how this can lead to money dysmorphia. 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.

More businesses are charging customers fees for missing an appointment or showing up late. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what consumers can do about it. 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 cost of home repairs and remodeling can add up quickly. In the second installment of Your Money Briefing’s four-part series “Buying a Home and Keeping It," we look at ways to budget for home improvements, including scheduling inspections and hiring the right contractor. Plus, we hear from homeowners who tackled their own home-repair projects. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why did Starbucks’ latest earnings leave a bitter taste for some investors? And how did healthcare turn unhealthy for CVS? Plus, how did artificial intelligence boost Amazon and Apple? Host Francesca Fontana 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.

Many people are optimistic about working beyond retirement age, but according to a new study that feeling fades as they enter their 60s. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As food prices continue to rise, many consumers are dividing up their grocery shopping among numerous stores. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it helps them stay within their budget. 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.

Cars are one of few consumer products with a growing lifespan. Last year, U.S. vehicles’ average age hit a record high of 12.5 years. This may be due to higher prices to buy and maintain a car. WSJ reporter Joe Pinsker joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss the math behind driving your car until it’s beyond repair.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No experience? No problem. Some employers are hiring for “senior” roles that require little to no experience. WSJ columnist Callum Borchers speaks with host Ariana Aspuru about how these inflated titles are changing the workforce.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.