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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. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.

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New York, NY

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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. Hosted by J.R. Whalen.

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@WSJPodcasts

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English

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1211 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 212-416-2000


Episodes
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Save Money on Your Valentine’s Day Date With Restaurant Loyalty Apps

2/14/2025
Dining out has become more expensive. But a new generation of loyalty apps such as Blackbird, inKind and Dorsia offer perks to repeat diners, help score hard-to-get reservations and can take some of the sting out of the bill. Wall Street Journal contributor Kathleen Squires joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to know which one is right for you. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:22

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Why Appealing Your Insurance-Claim Denial Could Pay Off

2/13/2025
Health insurers deny about 850 million claims per year, but less than 1% of patients appeal. Studies show that up to three-quarters of claim appeals are granted. Wall Street Journal reporter Julie Wernau joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how patients who fought back won. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:38

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How One Student’s Mission to Save $350,000 and Earn a Free Ride to NYU Paid Off

2/12/2025
The gap between the sticker price of a college education and the actual price people pay is growing - which puts the weight of finding ways to reduce costs on students and their families. Wall Street Journal reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how one student found a way to attend NYU for free. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:10:02

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For the First Time, Half of Private-Sector Workers Are Contributing to 401(k)s

2/11/2025
Decades after workplaces started using 401(k) retirement plans in place of traditional pensions, they are finally reaching a tipping point. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why the growth in worker adoption is likely to increase this year. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:44

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Three Places to Park Your Cash for the Best Return

2/10/2025
Looking to maximize your cash? Solid yields are still available from high-yield savings accounts, CDs, and money-market funds. Wall Street Journal contributor Lori Ioannou joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to determine the best option for you. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:53

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Tax Season 2025: What’s New in the Tax Rules That Can Save You Money

2/9/2025
The IRS has new tax changes for some filers who are victims of natural disasters or purchased an electric vehicle last year. In the second episode of our series, Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss the latest tax credit changes, disaster relief, and how to stay organized this tax season. If you missed the first episode, you can find it here. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:10:55

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What’s News in Markets: Tariff Worries, Amazon’s AI Bet, Mattel Climbs

2/8/2025
Which companies dropped on concerns about tariffs? And why did Amazon’s forecast worry investors? Plus, what drove gains in Barbie maker Mattel’s shares? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:05:35

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Looking for an Affordable, Last-Minute Cruise? Try a Standby Ticket

2/7/2025
Discounts on sought-after cruises are hard to come by – even with peak season promotions. Wall Street Journal travel columnist Dawn Gilberston joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how she landed a last-minute standby deal and what made it worth the gamble. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:58

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How to Talk About Your Debt While Navigating the Dating Scene

2/6/2025
Between student loans, car loans, and other financial obligations, debt can be a dating deal breaker. But it doesn’t have to be. Wall Street Journal senior platform editor Julia Munslow joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why it’s important to talk about money when getting to know someone romantically and how to support a partner with debt. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:21

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Why Investors Are Placing Bets on Wildfires, Wars, and Elections

2/5/2025
Betting on the outcome of future events soared during the 2024 presidential election, when prediction markets correctly forecasted Donald Trump’s victory. Now these platforms are offering buzzy, ripped-from-the-headlines contracts to keep investors enticed. Wall Street Journal reporter Alexander Osipovich joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how prediction markets work and why they’re testing the boundaries of what they can get away with. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:01

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Workout Clothes Can Be Expensive. Here’s How to Shop Smarter.

2/4/2025
Planning to hit the gym more in 2025 but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on new workout gear? Wall Street Journal contributor Grace Cook joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss which items are worth the splurge and which items you should skip. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:49

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A TikTok Ban Could Mean Millions Lost for Small-Business Owners

2/3/2025
From clothes to candy, TikTok has become a storefront for a growing number of small businesses. WSJ reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host Ariana Aspuru to break down how a possible ban could impact those who rely on the app to make a living. Plus, we hear from a North Carolina based shop owner who has turned her floral-inspired art designs into a million dollar business. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:25

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Tax Season 2025: What You Should Know Before Filing Your Return

2/2/2025
Tackle tax season with our two-part series, “Tax Season 2025: What’s New” where we break down the latest changes from the IRS to save you money. In episode one, Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to file your taxes for free, secure your tax data with a PIN, and a new way to check the status of your return. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:11:27

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What’s News in Markets: AI Bloodbath, Trump and Schwab, UPS Doesn’t Deliver

2/1/2025
What do investors make of President Trump’s social-media company Trump Media turning toward finance? And how well did markets survive DeepSeek’s AI shock? Plus, why UPS is pulling away from Amazon. Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Further Reading: Chip Stocks Tumble After China’s DeepSeek AI Models Raise Doubts Over U.S. Tech Dominance Trump Media Announces New Push Into Finance to Support the ‘Patriot Economy’ UPS Stock Plunges on Plan to Halve Amazon Deliveries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:05:52

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Some Americans Are Vowing to Buy Less or Even Nothing This Year

1/31/2025
Exhausted by higher prices, mounting debt, and the recent holiday season, some people are pledging to buy nothing – or as little new stuff as possible. Wall Street Journal reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how the “no buy 2025” social media trend can help rein in spending. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:36

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How Women Are Reshaping the Biggest Wealth Transfer in Modern History

1/30/2025
As the gender gap in lifespans grows, more baby boomer women are getting the final say in how their family’s wealth is allocated. Wall Street Journal reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how women are managing their family’s nest eggs differently than their spouses and are now deciding the fate of trillions of dollars. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:37

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How One House in North Carolina Shows the Growing Cost Home Ownership

1/29/2025
One house, three owners, 14 years. The cost of the same property in Chapel Hill, North Carolina has varied widely for the families who lived there. Wall Street Journal reporter Veronica Dagher joins host Ariana Aspuru to explore how this story illustrates the housing affordability issues facing the U.S. Plus, we’ll hear from the current owner about how the home’s value has doubled, despite no major improvements. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:15

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The IRS Is Cracking Down on Unreported Income From Online Sales

1/28/2025
Under new IRS rules, if you earned more than $5,000 this year selling concert tickets or items on Etsy and Ebay, you can expect to get a 1099-K form. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what you should know before filing your tax return this year. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:20

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Unlimited PTO Is on the Rise. Is This Perk as Good as It Seems?

1/27/2025
More companies are offering unlimited vacation days, but that doesn’t necessarily mean employees can take more time off. Wall Street Journal columnist Callum Borchers joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using your unlimited PTO. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:48

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What’s News in Markets: Netflix’s Blockbuster Quarter, Oracle Gains, GE Aerospace Jumps

1/25/2025
What drove Netflix’s blockbuster quarter? And why is a planned AI infrastructure project boosting Oracle? Plus, why did jet maker GE Aerospace’s shares take off? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:05:59