Wsj Your Money Briefing

Ally Bank's Emily Shallal outlines some simple ways consumers can take better control of their finances, such as avoiding bank fees and revisiting subscription services, to put more money in their pockets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A proposal to increase the tax on gasoline to fix the nation's infrastructure has received rare bipartisan support. Wall Street Journal Executive Washington Editor Gerald Seib explains the hurdles that remain before it would become reality. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal cryptocurrency reporter Paul Vigna discusses the current bitcoin slump, the longest in its 10-year history, and whether factors are in place for a price rebound. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It might be a better idea to post photos of yourself working out at the gym than hoisting a glass at happy hour. Wall Street Journal reporter Ellen Byron explains how life insurance companies are reviewing social media posts to determine someone's risk profile. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As a U.S. citizen married to a British royal, the Duchess of Sussex faces a maze of tax complications. So will her child. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks rose for both Friday and the week, as tech shares boosted the overall market. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani says investors will monitor the Federal Reserve policy meeting and the Fed's language on growth and inflation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal Heard on the Street columnist Justin Lahart looks behind the 3.8% unemployment rate and explains why some data points indicate the jobs market is experiencing a slowdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The use of machine learning and artificial intelligence are game changers in job-seeking. Sparks Research CIO Jon Christiansen explains common mistakes by applicants and how they must simplify their resumes in order to be properly read by A.I. programs and ultimately land on a recruiter's desk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After the fourth quarter's sharp downturn was replaced by the first quarter's sharp rally, some on Wall Street are concerned that optimism could be too strong. Wall Street Journal markets reporter James Mackintosh gauges market optimism and explains how too much could result in a market pullback. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal columnist John Sindreu explains how past instances involving Boeing suggest the company's stock will recover after Sunday's crash involving one of the company's 737 MAX 8 jetliners. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The tight labor market may inspire workers to move from job to job seeking higher wages, but psychologist Natalia Peart explains how that could be a blemish on your career path. She also outlines best practices for workers in their 20s and 30s in anticipation of an eventual job market downturn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks had their worst week since December, ahead of the bull market turning ten years old on Saturday. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn says the global economic slowdown has investors wondering what happens next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Credit card use keeps growing, but Wall Street Journal reporter Scott Calvert explains some U.S. cities and states are implementing laws to require stores to accept cash as one form of payment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Andrew Ackerman explains why banking regulators have renewed efforts to put limits on Wall Street pay and bonuses, even during a Republican administration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tax preparers are arming themselves with candy and boxes of tissues when getting ready to break the news to clients about lower tax refunds this year as a result of withholding changes. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders spoke to several of them and explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains how credit card companies such as Discover Financial Services are using artificial intelligence technology to better gauge consumers' abilities to repay loans and how shopping at discount stores can improve the odds for getting a loan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After being battered in the market in late 2018, investors in 2019 have sought safety in ETFs that bet on home loans. Wall Street Journal reporter Asjylyn Loder has details. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks rose Friday, but it was a rather bumpy week following a strong start to 2019. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton says investors are awaiting the next market catalyst - such as developments on U.S.-China trade. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wall Street Journal reporter Maureen Farrell has details on how Uber and Lyft will reward some of their drivers' longevity with the companies by offering them opportunities to get in upcoming IPOs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Labor Department wants answers from Fidelity Investments regarding a confidential fee it imposes on mutual funds. Wall Street Journal reporter Gretchen Morgenson has details and explains the potential impact of the fee on retirement accounts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.