Wsj Your Money Briefing

What a visit to the White House did for Tesla’s stock. And how American whiskey found itself at the heart of a trade war between the U.S. and Europe. Plus, why shares of Delta Air Lines and American Airlines hit turbulence while JetBlue and Southwest flew higher. 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.

Carmakers, auto parts suppliers and even car shoppers—everyone wants to make the most of the 30-day pause on President Trump’s tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada. Wall Street Journal reporter Chris Otts joins host Julia Carpenter to discuss how shoppers can approach buying a car in the meantime. 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 breaking into their 401(k) accounts to help with financial emergencies. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host Julia Carpenter to discuss the uptick in hardship withdrawals and what you should know before taking one.  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.

Uncertainty surrounding Trump’s trade war is weighing on consumers. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Louise Ensign joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how consumers are responding to tariffs and the potential impact on economic growth.  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.

Cash balance retirement plans have surged in popularity and now hold $1 trillion of wealth. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how the plans work and explain how affluent professionals are amassing multimillion-dollar retirement account balances. 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 workers are seeking accommodations for mental-health conditions, spurring a debate among people with disabilities about whether the growing number of people who identify as disabled helps or harms workplace accessibility. Wall Street Journal columnist Callum Borchers joins host Ariana Aspuru 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What made Target’s stock wobble and Gap’s surge? And how are automakers faring in the wake of Trump’s tariffs? 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.

Rising prices for domestic and international travel are causing more would-be travelers to delay spring and summer trips. Wall Street Journal reporter Allison Pohle joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how some travelers are working harder to make their next vacation more affordable.  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.

Welders, mechanics and carpenters could have a promising future in the digital age. School districts around the U.S. are spending tens of millions of dollars to expand and revamp high-school shop classes. Wall Street Journal reporter Te-Ping Chen joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how these hands-on skills are helping students get a jump on lucrative old-school careers. 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.

President Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports. In response, those countries plan to retaliate with tariffs of their own. Wall Street Journal data news editor Anthony DeBarros joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how the tax could ripple through to everyday prices for American consumers.  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.

To encourage Americans to save for retirement, Congress has set up tax-favored accounts. While these accounts offer plenty of benefits, there are some pitfalls when it comes to how and when you contribute to them, or take money out. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what you need to know about IRAs, 401(k)s, contribution limits and penalties. To hear WSJ’s cheat sheet for tax information related to homeowners listen here. For issues related to investing, listen here. And our series on Tax Season 2025, can be found here. 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.

President Trump has instructed the U.S. Treasury to halt the minting of new pennies as part of an effort to cut down on what he called wasteful government spending. So how would a world without pennies look? Wall Street Journal reporters Oyin Adedoyin and Joseph Pisani join host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how the move could impact consumers and why one man has been lobbying to save the penny for the past three decades.   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 gains at Home Depot in the past quarter? And what made investors nervous about Nvidia’s latest results? 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.

Congress has added various breaks and credits for parents throughout the tax code. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what parents should know about where to look for them and how to compare benefits before filing their taxes. 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.

If you are looking to cut calories, save some cash, or just feel like a kid again, the kids menu might be your best bet. Wall Street Journal reporter Roshan Fernandez joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why a growing number of adults have become kids’ meal connoisseurs. 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.

Layoffs and hiring freezes ordered by the Trump administration have hit thousands of federal workers so far with more expected to come. Wall Street Journal reporter Justin Lahart joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss the impact of these labor reductions and how it could spill over into the broader 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.

Investors with assets in taxable accounts could be eligible for favorable tax rates on investment income like their capital gains and dividends. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what investors need to know before filing their 2024 tax return.  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 percentage of individual investors who expect stock prices to fall over the next six months reached the highest level since November 2023, according to the latest survey from the American Association of Individual Investors. Wall Street Journal reporter Hannah Erin Lang joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what this uncertainty in the stock market could mean for your investments.  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 Intel shares higher? And why did Walmart shares tumble after its earnings report? Plus, how do investors see online-dating company Bumble’s turnaround efforts? 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.

Landlords say that tackling rental disputes by targeting credit scores is more effective than lengthy legal battles. But consumer advocates say it gives landlords unchecked power. Wall Street Journal reporter Caitlin Ostroff joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what renters need to know.  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.