Wsj Your Money Briefing

Walkouts by United Auto Workers at several GM, Ford and Stellantis factories come as the auto industry was beginning to stabilize following the pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how consumers shopping for cars, new or used, are likely to be impacted by the strike. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More companies are phasing out feedback that bosses give workers, and replacing it with “feedforward.” Wall Street Journal reporter Alexandra Bruell joins host J.R. Whalen to explain the difference, and why companies feel the change is needed. 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 couples are choosing to have conversations about their financial goals on “money dates.” WSJ reporter Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the benefits of mixing romance and finance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As Americans live longer, healthier lives, the traditional 40-year career will become a thing of the past. Our three-part series explores how to navigate a longer career and what it could mean for the future of work and your finances. This first episode examines what exactly a 60-year career might entail and how you can start mentally preparing yourself for one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many landlords are adding fees to monthly rent that they charge tenants. WSJ reporter Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the reasons behind the fees and how some tenants are fighting back. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rising interest rates create opportunities for consumers to accelerate growth on their money to save for things like cars, vacations and emergency funds. WSJ reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways consumers with varying levels of extra cash on hand can use higher rates to their advantage. 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 health insurance is expected to rise by the largest amount in years. WSJ reporter Anna Wilde Mathews joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why costs are rising, and who’ll pay more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 rankings measure several higher-education categories including graduation rates, students’ salaries after graduation, and the length of time it takes someone to pay off the full cost of attendance. Host J.R. Whalen speaks with WSJ’s Chastity Pratt, Harry Carr and Tom Corrigan about the findings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Interest on student loans began accruing on Sept. 1 and payments are due next month. WSJ’s Julia Carpenter joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how borrowers should prepare to resume making payments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile are asking customers to move their monthly bill payments from their credit cards to their bank accounts. WSJ personal-technology editor Shara Tibken joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the carriers want the change, the privacy concerns that have been raised about it and the financial trade-offs to consider before you make the switch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As some companies restructure their workforces, many are reassigning employees to new positions rather than letting them go. WSJ’s Ray A. Smith joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how that can end up putting employees into positions that don’t fit their career path or expertise, and what workers can do about it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Consumers are getting frustrated with all those requests for charitable donations at checkout counters. WSJ’s Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to explain why they continue to contribute anyway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After years of luring new workers with hefty pay increases and bonuses, many companies are reversing that trend. WSJ’s Te-Ping Chen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why employers are reducing salaries for new recruits and what it means for job seekers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many Americans start making serious financial decisions in their early 20s when they enter the workforce and start living on their own. WSJ’s Clare Ansberry joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss recent studies that explain the age when adults actually make the best financial decisions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Students heading off to college have a lot on their plate, including making some big financial decisions for the first time. To avoid breaking the bank, students have to be careful with their money. WSJ contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s back-to-school time, and many parents are adding another expense to their budget: their children’s extracurricular activities. With nonacademic credent ials becoming more important in college admissions, parents are going all in on their kids’ interests. WSJ’s Oyin Adedoyin joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Homeowners planning energy-efficient renovations could save substantial amounts of money through rebates the government plans to roll out this year. WSJ personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what types of work the rebates do, and don’t, cover. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 A recent survey indicates the happiest workers aren’t necessarily those with regular paychecks and benefits. WSJ’s Katie Mogg 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.

More couples are taking a page from the corporate playbook to complete household tasks like scheduling grocery-store runs and paying the bills. WSJ personal-finance reporter Julia Carpenter joins J.R. Whalen to discuss challenges some couples face in dividing up the to-do list.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 As Americans live longer, some are seeking more fulfilling activities during the traditional midlife period. WSJ 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.