Wsj Your Money Briefing

Rising stocks and the prospects of lower interest rates are among the factors that have pushed gold prices up 11% this year. WSJ reporter Bob Henderson joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how individual investors can buy gold, and how it fits into a portfolio. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Americans who’ve underpaid their taxes could face a hefty bill from the IRS, which recently raised the penalty from 3% to 8%. WSJ personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways people can better manage their tax payments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New Money Rules for Kids: With online financial accounts, comes the possibility for kids to make some mistakes with them. In the final episode of our series, we explore how kids (and parents) can keep their money safe and start practicing good money habits.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"The New Rules of Money,” a book from The Wall Street Journal, helps readers break down the fear factor behind managing their personal finances. Reporter and co-author Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how the book’s interactive tools can guide readers toward reaching their financial goals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or Fafsa, will become available for completion on Dec. 31, about three months later than in previous years. Personal-finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss that and other changes families should prepare for. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Which companies benefited most from strong Black Friday sales? And how did investors react to Tesla’s Cybertruck launch and General Motors’ massive stock buyback plan? 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.

In a new survey, a majority of workers said a 50% salary increase would be enough to make them happy. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Joe Pinsker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the data.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The work world is still in flux nearly four years after the pandemic threw offices for a loop. But a variety of data show that workers are unhappier now than they have been in years. Wall Street Journal deputy bureau chief Vanessa Fuhrmans joins host Danny Lewis to explain why. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New Money Rules for Kids: From payment apps to bank accounts, there are many places for kids to store their money. In the third episode of our series we explore what you should know about each of them.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Disagreements about finances are a part of any relationship. New research suggests that these fights aren’t necessarily about money. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host Danny Lewis to discuss root causes, and how in some cases arguing might actually help strengthen a couple’s bonds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Americans trying to budget a new car into their household finances might consider leasing instead of buying. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Joe Pinsker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what you should know about paying for a car if you aren’t buying it in cash.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While many Americans are likely to begin their holiday shopping on Black Friday, shoppers who procrastinate can still capitalize on discounts and deals, as long as they plan carefully. Wall Street Journal reporter Suzanne Kapner 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.

The New Money Rules for Kids: For lots of children, the ways that they earn cash have gone digital. In the second episode of this series, we hear from three young entrepreneurs about how they’ve built their businesses and the digital tools they’re using to boost it.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As requests for more and bigger tips increase, so has confusion. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why some people view tipping as an obligation and others see it as a personal decision.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The popular budgeting app, Mint, is shutting down in 2024. So what happens next? WSJ personal finance reporter Imani Moise joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss where this leaves people in the market for a new budgeting app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With rising prices and high interest rates, right now is a bad time to spend money. WSJ personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host Ariana Aspuru to explain what this means for holiday shoppers.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amid elevated mortgage rates and low inventory, many prospective homebuyers have decided to spend their new-home savings elsewhere. WSJ reporter Rachel Wolfe 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.

The New Money Rules for Kids: From Youtube and videogames to advertisements on social media, kids are seeing content about money – whether they know it or not. So how is this influencing their decisions about money? And how can we best prepare them for financial success in adulthood? In the first episode of Your Money Briefing’s four-part series, we look into how a new generation of kids are learning about money.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The rising cost of having fun is changing the way some people enjoy experiences and how they calculate whether having a good time is living up to the price. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Joe Pinsker 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.

 Even as people work later in life, many find it difficult to pinpoint the right time to retire. WSJ columnist Rachel Feintzeig joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how people envision leaving the workforce often clouds their decision-making. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.