Wsj Your Money Briefing

Why did streaming giant Netflix sign a deal with WWE? And how did IBM turn into a big winner this week? Plus, why is Tesla hitting speed bumps? 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.

Some Capital One savings customers thought the interest rate paid on their accounts had risen over the past several years as the Federal Reserve raised rates. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Louise Ensign joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how account holders discovered they’ve been receiving far less than the savings rate the bank is advertising. 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.

IRS rules about how sales on websites like eBay, Poshmark and Airbnb are taxed have changed several times in the past few years. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what sellers should know when they file their tax returns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More parents are giving their children financial gifts later in life, from when they finish school through the time they have their own children. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the expectations that often come with children being given money at a later age. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After several years where workers could score a big pay raise by changing jobs, people who want to make a move this year are facing tougher hiring trends and more modest pay packages. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Marie Chaker 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.

Americans are paying billions of dollars in monthly charges for services they use regularly, and some they hardly ever use. Wall Street Journal columnist Ben Cohen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to track your subscriptions and reduce your monthly bills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For many Americans, buying a home can help them build wealth and achieve financial security. WSJ’s Bourree Lam and Julia Carpenter, authors of “The New Rules of Money,” join host J.R. Whalen to discuss the questions you should ask yourself before you start the search.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why are some airlines facing turbulence? And which similar banks had very different quarterly results? Plus, why did chip makers lead tech stocks higher? Host Charley Grant 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.

As many as 20% of graduates from the nation’s top business schools are awaiting lucrative job offers three months after getting their degree. Wall Street Journal reporter Lindsay Ellis joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why some companies have become more selective in who they hire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Taxpayers filing their returns will have to decide whether to itemize their deductions or take the standard deduction, depending on their personal finances. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the financial implications of each. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Getting a raise at work might be cause for celebration. But Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Joe Pinsker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why those happy feelings might not last long.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As stock ownership boomed from 2019 to 2022, the rate of investment by Black Americans under 40 outpaced that of white investors in the same age group, according to surveys from Ariel Investments and Charles Schwab. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by WSJ perso nal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin, as well as 27-year-old Calah Beale, who discusses her investment choices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paying down debt can improve someone’s credit score and open opportunities for financial milestones like a house or car. WSJ’s Bourree Lam and Julia Carpenter, authors of “The New Rules of Money,” join host J.R. Whalen to discuss the importance of tracking your interest rates when choosing debts to pay off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some Americans ages 65 and older rely on their Social Security benefits for nearly all of their income. WSJ’s Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how they make it work. 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.

Families and students are facing confusion and technical problems while navigating the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or Fafsa. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how colleges are responding. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many workers on average get 15 paid vacation days per year. WSJ’s Vanessa Fuhrmans joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how careful planning of your vacation days can result in longer periods of time off. 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.

After relocating to Ohio during the pandemic, Wall Street Journal reporter Chip Cutter now supercommutes to New York every week. He joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the logistics and expense of traveling more than 500 miles to work. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People with health-insurance plans could face thousands of dollars in prescription-drug costs per year as they pay down their deductible. Wall Street Journal reporter Peter Loftus joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to reduce your drug spending in 2024. 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 a key to building good money habits is to regularly review in detail each of your accounts and assets. WSJ’s Bourree Lam and Julia Carpenter, authors of “The New Rules of Money,” join host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the book can help make that process less intimidating. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Improving our financial picture often involves changing our habits and attitude toward money. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways we can trick our brain into being better with money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.