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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.

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What’s News in Markets: Nvidia’s Big Buyback, Cruise Comeback, Egg Glut
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Why are cruise stocks rallying despite soaring fuel costs? And how did an egg shortage turn into a glut? Plus, what does Nvidia’s record-breaking stock buyback mean for investors? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Meta’s Muse, Diesel Dilemma, Paramount's Breakthrough
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09/26/2026

What does Meta’s new AI agent mean for finance stocks? And how will the Trump administration’s plan to lower diesel prices impact oil companies? Plus, what did Paramount concede to get its $81 billion Warner Bros. takeover back on track? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Markets Digest Shocks, Tokenized Stocks, Buffett Steps Down
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09/19/2026

Were major indexes able to rebound after a week of turbulence? And how will the U.S. regulators' green light of tokenized stocks impact trading? Plus, What does Warren Buffet's decision to step down mean for the future of Berkshire Hathaway? Host Shradha Dinesh discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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How Suze Orman Starts Her Week
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09/14/2026

Suze Orman is one of the most famous financial advisers in America, and she wakes up at 5 a.m. every single day. While Your Money Briefing is on a break, we’re bringing you the first episode of My Monday Morning from our colleagues at The Journal podcast, where Lane Florsheim talks with Orman about when to retire, why she avoids eating out and why she doesn’t trust AI.


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What’s News in Markets: Amgen’s Prognosis, Quantum Boost, iPhone Makeover
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09/12/2026

Why did a failed Novartis drug trial tank Amgen’s shares? And how is taxpayer money funding quantum-computing companies? Plus, will people pay $2,000 for a foldable iPhone? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Bond Selloff, Big Nvidia Deals, Apple’s New CEO
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09/05/2026

What caused bond yields to surge this week? And why is Nvidia expanding its presence in the AI boom? Plus, how did markets react to Apple's new CEO in his first week? Host Shradha Dinesh discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Nvidia’s Victory Lap, Callaway Lands in the Rough, Sneaker Slump
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08/29/2026

Can Nvidia keep propping up the AI trade? And will Callaway’s controversial ad cost the brand customers? Plus, why are footwear and sneaker stocks getting marked down? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Chip Stocks Clobbered, Retail Rotation, Moderna Makes History
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08/22/2026

What does mayhem in the bond market have to do with AI? And why are discount retailers getting a boost? Plus, how did Moderna help lift healthcare stocks? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Inflation Cools, Oil Refiners Push Stocks Up, Reddit Joins S&P 500
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08/15/2026

What’s the latest on inflation? And what’s pushing shares of old-school energy companies higher? Plus, why is Reddit joining the S&P 500? Host Shradha Dinesh discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Dow Hits 54,000, Chip Stocks Waver, SpaceX Rebounds
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08/08/2026

What sent the Dow to a new record high? And why did chip stocks stumble despite blockbuster earnings? Plus, who’s behind SpaceX’s most recent rally? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Tech Winners and Losers, Fed Fallout, Taco Bell Rebound
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08/01/2026

Between Microsoft, Meta, Apple and Amazon, who emerged from a big week for tech earnings unscathed? And how did Jersey Mike’s stock trade post-IPO? Plus, why did Universal Music Group lose a quarter of its value? Host Shradha Dinesh discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: AI’s Price Tag, Elon Musk’s Reality Check, a Fast Track to Trump Posts
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07/25/2026

How much AI spending is too much? And why are some Tesla and SpaceX investors losing patience with Elon Musk? Plus, why are Wall Street firms paying up to $100,000 for a fast track to Trump posts? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: IBM’s Warning, Apple’s Comeback, Wall Street Cashes In
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07/18/2026

an a 115-year old company reinvent itself for the AI era? And what does Apple’s rally say about the AI trade? Plus, why are Wall Street traders having their best year ever? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Middle East Strikes Send Oil Higher, South Korean Chip Stocks Fall, SpaceX Stumbles
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07/11/2026

How are markets responding to renewed tensions in the Middle East? And why did Samsung’s blockbuster earnings send shares lower? Plus, why didn’t SpaceX get the Nasdaq-100 boost investors were hoping for? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: AI Tales, Oracle Woes, Wendy’s Sizzles
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06/27/2026

Why are Micron and Cerebras telling two different AI stories? And why is Oracle one of the worst stocks this week? Plus, who’s behind Wendy’s big rally? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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The Housing Crisis: Your Biggest Questions, Answered
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06/26/2026

After a week of exploring America’s housing crisis, listeners wanted to know more. WSJ real estate bureau chief Craig Karmin joins What's News host Luke Vargas to tackle your biggest questions from mortgage rates and construction to immigration and tariffs.


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Giving Up the Deed: Is Renting the New American Dream?
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06/25/2026

Some Americans are trading deeds for leases as homeownership becomes harder to afford. WSJ personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher joins What's News host Alex Ossola to examine the rise of the "forever renter" and what it could mean for the future of housing and the American Dream.


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A 'Mansion Tax' Complicated the Housing Crisis. Could a Federal Bill Fix It?
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06/24/2026

A Los Angeles tax meant to fund affordable housing offers a cautionary tale about the potential unintended consequences of well-intended policies. WSJ reporters Rebecca Picciotto and Paul Kiernan join What's News host Alex Ossola to explain what that lesson could mean for a bipartisan federal housing bill that President Trump is expected to sign.

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Could New Ways of Building Make Housing More Affordable?
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06/23/2026

America needs more homes, but labor shortages and rising construction costs are making them harder to build. What's News host Luke Vargas talks to WSJ housing reporter Nicole Friedman about whether factory-built housing, modular construction and other innovations could ease the housing shortage.


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How a Parking Lot Fight Explains America's Housing Shortage
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06/22/2026

In one neighborhood, a fight over a few parking lots has turned into a proxy battle in America’s housing debate, pitting "Not In My Backyard" politics against "Yes In My Backyard" advocates pushing for more construction. What’s News host Luke Vargas and WSJ reporter Rebecca Picciotto dive into the persistent zoning tug-of-wars playing out coast-to-coast as communities try to tackle America’s housing shortage.


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What’s News in Markets: SpaceX’s Rocky Flight, Oil Slides, Fed Fallout
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06/20/2026

Will peace in the Middle East lead to an oil glut? And what did investors learn from Kevin Warsh’s first meeting as Federal Reserve chairman? Plus, is SpaceX stock coming back to earth? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: AI Whiplash, SpaceX’s Historic IPO, Knicks Fever
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06/13/2026

Where are investors looking beyond AI? And how did the largest IPO in history move markets before it even started trading? Plus, can an NBA playoff run create shareholder value? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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Money Experts Get Personal on Supporting Adult Children
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06/11/2026

Your Money Briefing is still on break, but in honor of graduation season, we are bringing you a special panel discussion on the financial intricacies of supporting adult children. Personal finance professionals, authors and professors, including Indeed’s Laura Ullrich, LendingTree’s Matt Schulz, The Ramsey Show’s George Kamel, New York University’s Caitlin Zaloom and Harvard University’s John Campbell, break down the realities of the modern safety net. Plus, the conversation takes a personal turn as the panelists open up about navigating these money milestones with their own kids. Oyin Adedoyin hosts.


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What’s News in Markets: AI Reality Check, Oil’s Tipping Point, Crypto Winter
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06/06/2026

Why did Broadcom's strong earnings trigger a chip selloff? And what does the standoff in the Middle East mean for oil prices? Plus, what’s bitcoin's value when no one is paying attention? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Memory’s Gold Rush, Oil Slips, Ford Finds a New Lane
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05/30/2026

Are memory chips the new oil? And why are energy stocks getting the cold shoulder? Plus, how is Ford cashing in on the AI boom? Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: IPO Excitement, Chip Fatigue, the Decline of Dividends
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05/23/2026

Which tech giant will kick off the next IPO boom? And why weren’t investors impressed by Nvidia’s blowout quarter? Plus, how is the AI frenzy changing the way investors get paid? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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What’s News in Markets: Clarity Act, Chips’ Dip, Klarna’s Pivot
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05/16/2026

What drove an up-and-down week for chips stocks like Intel, Nvidia, Micron and Qualcomm? And what kind of clarity did crypto traders get from the Clarity Act advancing in the Senate? Plus, how are investors liking Klarna’s pivot away from “buy now, pay later”? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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The Future of Premium Credit Cards
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05/14/2026

Luxury isn't what it used to be. For Millennials and Gen Z, “premium” isn't just a status symbol—it’s about seamless experiences and values-driven rewards. WSJ’s Imani Moise sat down with Lia Dean, president of banking & premium products at Capital One, at the WSJ’s recent Future of Everything event to discuss why the benefits in your wallet are changing, and what that means for your next trip or big purchase.
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What’s News in Markets: Bubble Fears, AI Slop, Toilet Stocks
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05/09/2026

How is the AI trade different from the dot-com bubble? And why wasn’t Wall Street impressed by Palantir’s blowout quarter? Plus, what does a glass company and a luxury toilet maker have to do with AI? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: AI Price Tag, New Oil Rules, Short-Squeeze Payback
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05/02/2026

Big tech is finally cashing in on AI, but who is making the biggest profits? And what does a weakened OPEC mean for oil markets? Plus, how is Avis getting an investor to hand back gains after a short squeeze? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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Can Planning for Divorce Actually Save Your Marriage?
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04/26/2026

This week we are featuring an episode of What’s News Sunday that’s part of an ongoing WSJ series on the cost of divorce. It’s not just about who gets the dog. It's about calculating the true value of a family business, and figuring out if you can actually afford the taxes on the vacation home you just “won” in court. Host Imani Moise speaks with Kristen Shearin, a certified divorce financial analyst, about the math you should do before saying “I do." 


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What’s News in Markets: Persian Gulf Oil Damage, Defense Stocks Under Fire, AI Revivals
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04/25/2026

When will the oil shock fade? And why are defense companies losing ground despite booming demand? Plus, how AI is giving legacy tech a second act. Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: New Record Highs, Luxury Woes, and AI Makeovers
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04/18/2026

Why the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite finished with fresh records? And, are luxury fashion stocks no longer in vogue? Plus, is pivoting to AI a good corporate strategy? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Cease-Fire Stocks, Airlines Soar, Intel and Elon
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04/11/2026

Which stocks got a boost from the cease-fire? And how are airlines dealing with surging jet fuel costs? Plus, why is Intel this week’s big stock winner? Host Jared Mitovich discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: The War Trade, Megadeals and a Sneaker Slowdown
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04/04/2026

Why are oil prices and oil stocks moving in opposite directions? And are megadeals a recipe for buyer’s remorse? Plus, get ready for one of the biggest IPO of all time. Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.


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What’s News in Markets: Bearish Bets, Defiant Oil Prices, a Social Media Reckoning
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03/28/2026

 Why are last year’s market darlings falling out of favor? And is Big Tech having its “Big Tobacco Moment”? Plus, how energy stock gains translate to broader economic pain. Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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What’s News in Markets: Gold Tarnishes, Not-So-Super Micro, Micron Peak?
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03/21/2026

Why are investors turning away from gold? And why weren’t Micron Technology’s blowout earnings good enough? Plus, why is Super Micro’s co-founder in hot water with U.S. prosecutors? Host Hannah Erin Lang discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
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What’s News in Markets: Campbell’s Snack Problem, Centene Sinks, Petco Optimism
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03/14/2026

Why are salty snacks hurting Campbell’s shares? And what’s ailing Centene stock? Plus, why Petco thinks it can make a profit comeback? Host Xavier Martinez discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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What’s News in Markets: Oil Prices Surge, Bond Selloff, and Iran Fallout
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03/07/2026

What do rising oil prices mean for the stock market? And why did foreign stocks fall so sharply this week? Plus, how did the war in the Middle East scramble the 60-40 portfolio? Host Hannah Erin Lang discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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What’s News in Markets: Paramount’s Win, Private Credit Carnage, Block Layoffs
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02/28/2026

How did the Warner Bros. bidding war affect Netflix and Paramount stock? And why are private lenders selling off sharply? Plus, what do investors think of Block’s steep layoffs? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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