Wsj Your Money Briefing

When budget cuts hit, fashion often suffers. But there are plenty of cheaper, more creative ways to revive that tired wardrobe. Host Oyin Adedoyin talks with WSJ contributor Esther Achara about the affordable ways to breathe new life into your clothes and accessories.  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.

According to a Fidelity Investments analysis, the average American retirement savings rate in the first three months of the year was 14.3% – just shy of the recommended 15%. Host Ariana Aspuru speaks with Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen about why savers are putting away a record amount of their income for retirement. 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.

Divorce brings out strong emotions — and sometimes, that means less-than-perfect financial judgment. Host Julia Carpenter talks with WSJ contributor Joann S. Lublin to learn how you can avoid five of the costliest divorce mistakes.  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.

People can build up hundreds of thousands of travel rewards points over the years — but most of the time, they can’t include those points in their estate plans. Host Julia Carpenter talks with WSJ reporter Jacob Passy about how to rethink your points strategy and hand the rewards down to your heirs.  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 much did a fight between Elon Musk and President Trump hurt Tesla shares? And why did tariff news lift steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs? Plus, what types of shoppers are driving Dollar General’s gains? 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 turbulent spring in the stock market spooked some investors — and now, they’re struggling to get back in. Host Julia Carpenter talks with WSJ’s The Intelligent Investor columnist Jason Zweig about how these same folks can reshape their investing strategy with some much-needed historical perspective.  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.

Health savings accounts cover at least 60 million Americans. Under the tax-and-spending bill’s proposed changes, another 20 million Americans could access these accounts’ tax savings. Host Julia Carpenter talks with tax reporter Laura Saunders about the most important changes in the bill.  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.

GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy are no longer in short supply, yet they still can cost more than $1,000 a month out of pocket. Wall Street Journal contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk joins host Callum Borchers to dig into why some people pay much more for weight-loss drugs than others.  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 market is rebounding, and it is tempting to go all in on a hot company. Wall Street Journal Intelligent Investor columnist Jason Zweig joins host Callum Borchers with a word of caution about big bets. 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.

Condominium owners saddled with rising HOA fees and special assessments are having a hard time selling their properties. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher and recent condo buyer Gordon Miller join host Callum Borchers to discuss how real estate hunters can find bargains.  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 is a special bonus episode of Your Money Briefing. We’re calling it Keeping it Money, where we'll share personal stories that offer even more insight on your money habits and goals. We’ll take a deep dive into ways that you can make some extra cash.  In this episode, host Ariana Aspuru speaks with online resellers who use platforms like Depop, Poshmark and WhatNot to turn items like old clothes into additional income that helps support their lifestyles and even pay down student loans.  Tell us what you think of this episode! Send us an email to [email protected].  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 drove Temu’s profit down? And why doesn't Nvidia seem to need China to sell? Plus, how E.l.f. Beauty’s stock got a major glow-up. 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.

More Americans are falling behind on college debt payments, squeezing their budgets and lowering their credit scores. Wall Street Journal economics reporter Jason Lahart joins host Callum Borchers to explain why student-loan woes could stifle consumer spending and hurt the economy. 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.

April’s stock market swings have tempted everyday investors to rethink how much they’re willing to risk. Wall Street Journal reporter Hannah Erin Lang joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how some investors are responding and what financial professionals are advising. 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.

From organizing lists, to comparing products, AI tools have the power to transform how we shop. But without careful handling, these enthusiastic chatbots may nudge you to spend more than you intend. WSJ contributor Alexandra Samuel shares lessons from her own journey down the AI shopping rabbit hole with host Imani Moise. 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 a tough labor market, job seekers might be tempted to take what they can get from a job offer, but you could be leaving money, benefits, vacation time and more on the table. Wall Street Journal On the Clock columnist Callum Borchers joins host Ariana Aspuru to talk about how to negotiate a better offer. 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 Trump’s latest threats hurt Apple? And how did a DEI boycott affect Target’s latest quarter? Plus, why was Ross Stores the latest company to pull its outlook? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Listen: Boycotting Target: A WSJ Podcast Series 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 real-estate industry had high expectations going into the spring selling season, but mortgage rates, economic instability, and affordability sidelined prospective buyers – again. Wall Street Journal reporter Nicole Friedman joins host Ariana Aspuru to break down what happened.  Further reading:  Buying a Home in 2025: Navigating the Crunch  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 constant urge to buy the next new thing can drain your wallet. Wall Street Journal contributor Jeff Galak joins host Imani Moise to explain how to break the cycle and save money along the way.  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.

Some workers who scored high pay raises or high-paying jobs just a few years ago are now confronting a new economic reality. In today’s cooler job market comparable salary offers have dwindled and many highly paid workers are finding their salaries make them a target for layoffs. WSJ On the Clock columnist Callum Borchers joins host Derricke Dennis to discuss how individuals are navigating this uncertain period. 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.