WSJ Your Money Briefing
Your Money Briefing is your personal-finance and career checklist, with the news that affects your money and what you do with it. From spending and saving to investing and taxes, the Wall Street Journal’s finance reporters and experts break down complicated money questions every weekday to help you make better decisions about managing your money. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.
Episodes
April 26, 2024 • 9 mins
The Federal Trade Commission has banned employers from using noncompete agreements to prevent workers from joining rival firms. WSJ reporter Lindsay Ellis joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss when the rule will take effect and how it could reshape the job market.
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April 25, 2024 • 10 mins
Travelers need to budget for yet another rising cost – baggage fees. The way some airlines charge for bags has become more complicated and expensive. WSJ reporter Alison Sider joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss.
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April 24, 2024 • 10 mins
Airlines are charging more for preferred seating on the plane, even the mediocre spots. So is it worth it to choose your own seat? WSJ travel columnist joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss.
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April 23, 2024 • 10 mins
After ticking lower over much of the past six months, mortgage rates are back to averaging above 7%. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the impact on sellers as well as housing inventory.
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April 22, 2024 • 11 mins
Artificial intelligence programs like ChatGPT, can streamline work by performing tasks such as writing emails and preparing presentations. Wall Street Journal reporter Cordilia James joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what you should know to avoid getting into trouble at work.
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April 20, 2024 • 5 mins
How did United Airlines' earnings land with investors? And why are subscribers not enough for Netflix? Plus, what troubles Live Nation? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
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April 19, 2024 • 11 mins
Americans have less use for coins as more businesses accept digital payments. In many cases, those coins are hidden in pockets, stuck in couches, or vacuumed up. Host J.R. Whalen is joined by reporter Oyin Adedoyin, who visited a waste facility that separates coins from trash, to discuss what people can do with all the change they have around the house.
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April 18, 2024 • 10 mins
Filing a paper tax return or math errors can delay tax refunds by weeks or even months. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss specific methods for contacting the IRS depending on how long you’ve been waiting for your refund.
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April 17, 2024 • 11 mins
Arranging your funeral now can save your family a lot of work when you die. But paying for it in advance can result in financial stress later. Wall Street Journal reporter Dominique Mosbergen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what you should know.
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April 16, 2024 • 10 mins
Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss common errors people make on their tax returns, and when it makes sense to alert the IRS to missing information.
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April 15, 2024 • 10 mins
Some financial advisers who charge fees based on their client’s portfolio balances may make recommendations that represent a conflict of interest. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.
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April 13, 2024 • 5 mins
How is inflation becoming a thorn in the side of U.S. banks, despite many reporting big earnings? And will AI turn into Amazon’s “fourth pillar” along with its Marketplace, Prime and Web Services businesses? Plus, is there an end in sight for Boeing’s troubles? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
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April 12, 2024 • 9 mins
Taxpayers can request an extension from the IRS to file their returns, but payment is still due on April 15th. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to explain how to avoid costly penalties.
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April 11, 2024 • 10 mins
Wall Street Journal Work & Life columnist Rachel Feintzeig recently returned from an unpaid, four-month sabbatical. She joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what she did during her time off and how the experience surprised her.
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April 10, 2024 • 9 mins
Planning in advance how inheritance will be passed down to future generations can help families avoid arguments and lost money. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss when to have the talk, and why the conversations aren’t just for the wealthy.
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April 9, 2024 • 8 mins
A recent survey by Northwestern Mutual found that it would take $1.46 million to retire comfortably. But there’s more to it than just the number. WSJ’s Anne Tergesen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.
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April 8, 2024 • 10 mins
Between changes in real estate commissions and a tough market, homebuyers remain uncertain about buying now or waiting. WSJ personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss some of the challenges.
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April 6, 2024 • 5 mins
Which beauty stock lost its glamor? And why is Levi’s betting on baggier jeans? Plus, what did Nelson Peltz and Trian Partners win after losing the Disney proxy battle against Bob Iger? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
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April 5, 2024 • 10 mins
Young people, turned off by the job prospects for college graduates, are enrolling in vocational training programs and forgoing the higher-education path. Wall Street Journal reporter Te-Ping Chen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.
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April 4, 2024 • 9 mins
Many workers who have built up knowledge and skills to the point of feeling indispensable have discovered they are more at risk of facing job cuts. Wall Street Journal “On the Clock” columnist Callum Borchers joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss.
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