Wsj Your Money Briefing

Calculation errors by some states resulted in some people receiving more jobless benefits than they should have, and now they have to pay that money back. Reporter Lauren Weber explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the markets volatile and an election looming, inflation hasn't been top-of-mind for investors lately. But there are some factors that could eventually lead to higher prices, and Heard on the Street editor Spencer Jakab says investors worried about inflation have options for where to park their money. Charlie Turner hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tax reporter Laura Saunders discusses what the tax code says about various deductions, in the wake of reporting that President Trump paid very little in federal income taxes in recent years. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Airlines have stepped up the process of cleaning airplane cabins to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney discusses questions that have arisen about the toxicity of chemicals being used. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hercules Investments CEO James McDonald looks ahead to the domestic and international issues that are likely to impact U.S. stock markets in the fourth quarter. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New business applications are running well ahead of the pace at this time last year, at a time when businesses are closing across the country. Economics reporter Gwynn Guilford explains why entrepreneurs are taking the risk. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some users of the payment app Venmo who've become victims of scammers are being pressured by the app to balance their accounts or face harsh consequences. Banking reporter Peter Rudegeair explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Public pension funds that missed out on the second-quarter market rally are re-thinking their decision to move away from investing in stocks. Reporter Greg Zuckerman explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Low interest rates might make it tempting for consumers to rush out and borrow money, but personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter explains why it's important to slow down and think long term. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many middle-class families that took on non-housing debt before the pandemic are struggling to pay bills amid job losses and depletion of government assistance. Personal finance reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Even though many companies continue to lay off workers during the pandemic, some still have the budget for new hires and raises. Reporter Kathryn Dill discusses how to ask for more money or negotiate a job offer these days. Charlie Turner hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An increasing share of Americans' retirement assets are held by higher-income people. Heard on the Street editor Spencer Jakab discusses a proposal by Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden that aims to address that inequality. Charlie Turner hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

About a million borrowers have fallen through the federal safety net designed to assist homeowners during the pandemic. Reporter Andrew Ackerman discusses mortgage forbearance: what it is, how it works, and why so many homeowners in need aren't taking advantage of it. Charlie Turner hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The recovery of U.S. stock markets since this spring's plunge has been remarkably swift. Markets reporter Gunjan Banerji discusses the factors driving their astonishing rebound. Charlie Turner hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Many coronavirus patients are paying large out-of-pocket costs despite government programs designed to put a cap on such expenses. Reporter Robbie Whelan explains. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apps like Robinhood have made stock trading easy, but tax reporter Laura Saunders says individual investors who use apps and websites to trade need to be prepared for a potentially hefty tax bill. J.R Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Salaries for many new hires are in line with or even higher than what they were before the pandemic. Paul McDonald of staffing firm Robert Half discusses the latest trends in hiring, pay and benefits. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After showing gains in June and early July, new job postings have plateaued more recently. Reporter Eric Morath explains what that means for the job market. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Record-low mortgage rates are encouraging homeowners to refinance and make use of much-needed cash. Reporter Orla McCaffrey explains what that means for the broader economy. J.R. Whalen hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Want to spend money more wisely? Take the Six-Week Money Challenge from The Wall Street Journal's personal-finance team. Editor Bourree Lam explains how it works. J.R. Whalen hosts. If you're doing the WSJ's Money Challenge, we want to hear about your experience. Call us as 315-992-8298 and leave us a voice message with your stories and lessons learned. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.