Wsj Your Money Briefing

Wall Street Journal energy reporter Dan Molinski explains what's been driving gas prices higher, to the point where $3 a gallon this summer is not out of the question. 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 explains Coinbase's 'staking' program, which offers interest to customers to keep cash in an account, as long as they own some forms of cryptocurrency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inflation data pushed stocks higher Friday, and the S&P 500 turned in its best quarterly performance in years. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Akane Otani has analysis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 30-year mortgage rate dropped nearly a quarter point this week from a week earlier, its biggest drop in over a decade. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Ben Eisen explains what has driven rates lower and how long they might stay low. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rules governing which documents are needed to enter foreign countries keep changing. Wall Street Journal 'Middle Seat' columnist Scott McCartney outlines tips for travelers to be sure they don't get stuck at the airport. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The consumer payments business has become one of the most lucrative parts of the banking industry, and Citigroup is the latest big bank to jump in and grab a piece of the pie. Wall Street Journal reporter Telis Demos explains. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For younger people, automatic-payment apps have severed the connection between the things we buy and the act of paying for those things. The Wall Street Journal's Kevin McAllister explains how to get that connection back. 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.

Most credit card holders are finding value in perks that go well beyond the sign-up bonus that companies offer. CreditCards.com's Ted Rossman explains the importance of researching interest rates as well as routinely considering changing the credit card you use most often. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Markets tumbled Friday on weak manufacturing reports in the U.S. and the eurozone. Bond yields tumbled, and the Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani says that's typically a sign investors are losing confidence in future prospects for growth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.