Bragging about having remote jobs with comfortable salaries and 5:00 p.m. end times has become trendy among many younger female workers on TikTok. WSJ’s Katie Mogg joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the pros and cons of promoting laid-back jobs
Paying bills through automatic payments can be an easy way of managing your balances. Wall Street Journal personal-finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how it can also lead to unexpected expenses and hurt your credit s
Wall Street Journal reporter Annie Gasparro explains how ramped up demand by grocery shoppers during the pandemic has forced stores and food companies to revamp their business models to get products on the shelves more efficiently. Learn more a
Millions of U.S. workers don't get paid time off for illnesses. That can lead some sick employees to come into work anyway. Wall Street Journal reporter Kathryn Dill discusses how companies are handling sick-time benefits during the coronavirus
Why did Capital One’s merger news please investors? And how are tariffs worrying consumer conglomerates like Procter & Gamble? Plus, how Google parent Alphabet’s financials are holding up–for now. Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest st
Some workers are getting a surprising offer from the company that recently laid them off: a chance to come back. Should they accept it? Wall Street Journal columnist Callum Borchers joins host Janna Herron to parse through the pros and cons of
One way to avoid paying President Trump’s tariffs on imports is to buy those items when vacationing overseas. But there are many rules to navigate to be successful. Wall Street Journal reporter Allison Pohle joins host Janna Herron to explain t
According to Google, searches in the U.S. for “press on nails” and “blonde to brunette hair” are up more than 10% since February. Wall Street Journal reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara sits down with host Ariana Aspuru to talk about why women are sca
For some young workers struggling to get their foot in the door, the answer is to finally take up mom or dad’s offer to join the family business. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Wolfe tells host Ariana Aspuru how they’re making it work.
More workers are bringing lunch from home than they have in years. It can save you money, but it might also be hurting the economy. Wall Street Journal reporter Ray Smith tells host Ariana Aspuru about the pros and cons of packing lunch. Si
Why did news from a weight-loss drug pill trial boost Eli Lilly? And how are costs in the Medicare business affecting UnitedHealth? Plus, what ambitious goals has Netflix set for itself? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves
With an ongoing trade war and a volatile stock market, some cautious investors are opting to keep their cash on hand. Wall Street Journal reporter Krystal Hur joins host Julia Carpenter to discuss the cash investments gaining traction. Sign
Last week’s market volatility could have some silver linings. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Julia Carpenter to share some of the surprising ways a down market could benefit your taxes.Sign up for the WSJ's free Mark
Mortgage rates have gone up since last week’s market volatility. Wall Street Journal reporter Veronica Dagher joins host Julia Carpenter to discuss what this means for homeowners and potential home buyers.Further Reading How to Make Major
Last week’s turbulent stock market wiped out years of college savings for some parents. Wall Street Journal reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host Julia Carpenter to discuss what this means for parents, future students and their 529 savings plans.
After a historically chaotic week for the stock market, uncertainty about the scope and impact of President Trump’s tariffs means that more market volatility is on the horizon. Wall Street Journal reporter Imani Moise tells host Ariana Aspuru w
Many prospective homebuyers may find themselves locked out of the market again this year. What key signs should buyers watch for in the coming months? In the final episode of our special series, “Buying a Home in 2025: Navigating the Crunch,” h
Why did banks report higher profit but also warn of a recession risk? And how did President Trump’s tariff announcements affect CarMax? Plus, what caused Delta’s shares to rise? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the we
In 2024, Americans bought 5.7 times as much flatware and dishes and 3.5 times the furniture compared with 1994, according to Commerce Department data. They also purchased 2.5 times the clothing and footwear. Wall Street Journal reporter Dalvin
An early exit from the workforce comes with significant psychological and financial consequences. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host Jacob Passy to discuss how some Americans are spending their time and money.Sign up for
President Trump’s auto tariffs could drive up prices and lead to higher monthly payments for consumers. Wall Street Journal reporter Joe Pinsker joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss whether car shoppers should buy now or wait it out.Sign up
Despite recent cuts, the IRS is still cracking down on filers who cheat on their tax returns this year. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders tells host Ariana Aspuru why the cost of getting caught has gotten higher.Sign up for th
After years of delays, the U.S. is finally requiring travelers to have so-called REAL IDs in order to fly. WSJ reporter Allison Pohle joins host Jacob Passy to discuss the hiccups some people are facing in getting their new IDs.Sign up for
If you think you’re ready to take the plunge but feel overwhelmed by rising costs and the competitive landscape of the housing market, this episode is for you. In the second episode of our special series, “Buying a Home in 2025: Navigating the
Why did President Trump’s tariff announcements send Nike stock spinning? And what’s weighing on the Magnificent Seven tech stocks? Plus, how did shares of conservative news outlet Newsmax do in their first trading week? Host Krystal Hur discuss