Investors Exiting Tech, Playing Defense
It was a tough week for technology shares, with rising fears of a slowdown in sales. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn says investors are getting out of growth stocks and getting more defensive with sectors such as consumer staples.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 17, 2018
7m
Can't Stand Your Commute? Quit Your Job
In the nation's largest cities, more than a quarter of all workers have changed jobs because they're fed up with their commute. Dawn Fay of staffing company Robert Half explains how companies could assist in providing an easier commute.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Nov 16, 2018
6m
We've Learned Surprisingly Little from the Financial Crisis
A surprising number of people admit they do not remember what caused the 2008 financial crisis, and cannot identify how the economy has recovered since. Dan Egan of the Betterment financial adviser company reveals more surprises from a recent survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 15, 2018
8m
Americans Worry About Living in Poverty in Old Age
A new Wells Fargo retirement study shows that as life expectancy increases, 40% of U.S. workers are worried about not having enough money in retirement past age 85. Wells Fargo Asset Management's Fredrik Axsater has tips for making smart decisions in planning for retirement.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Nov 14, 2018
11m
Debt Spending to Soar, Due to Rising Interest Costs
Before too long, the government will spend more on debt than it will on other priorities, like national defense and Medicaid. The reason is that interest costs are skyrocketing, according to the Wall Street Journal's Kate Davidson.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Nov 13, 2018
9m
Wall Street's Bulls Are Back Following October Selloff
In the wake of October's series of stock market selloffs, bulls have re-emerged aiming to scoop up bargains. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Michael Wursthorn discusses whether this means expected market growth for 2019.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 12, 2018
8m
Retailer Earnings on Tap for Investors
Stocks fell Friday, but have now advanced for two straight weeks after a rough October. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton says investors will monitor retail earnings and retail sales, to gauge consumer demand as we head toward the holidays.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 10, 2018
7m
House Democrats Can Rein in Banks, But Not Deregulation
Wall Street Journal reporter Ryan Tracy explains how House Democrats, once they take office in January, will try to legislate changes when it comes to Wall Street and the big banks.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 09, 2018
7m
Why Markets Like the Midterm Election Outcomes
Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains why equity markets are likely to show gains following the Nov. 6 midterm elections.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 08, 2018
7m
Special Election Edition: Avalon's Bill Stone
As expected, the Democrats re-took the House and the GOP kept hold of the Senate. Bill Stone of Avalon Advisors says Wall Street likes the lack of surprise. He also predicts zero chance of a rollback in tax cuts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 07, 2018
8m
After Midterms, November Packs a Market-Moving Punch
The midterms elections were just the start of a busy November that Wall Street is watching closely. Reporter Amrith Ramkumar outlines key domestic and international events that could impact markets.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 07, 2018
8m
2018 Elections: Investors Should View as a Sideshow
Despite controversy and expected upsets surrounding the 2018 midterm elections, Heard on the Street columnist Justin Lahart explains why investors should let the election results distract them from planning and managing their portfolios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m Nov 06, 2018
5m
The Tax Impact if Democrats Take the House
Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin outlines likely changes to tax laws if Democrats retake control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. He also lists likely changes if Republicans retain control.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Nov 05, 2018
7m
Apple Pressures the Markets; Midterms On Deck
Apple's disappointing holiday outlook snuffed out a 3-day market rally. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton says techs have been priced to perfection so news like Apple's hurts sentiment. She adds investors eagerly anticipate Tuesday's midterm elections.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Nov 03, 2018
6m
Low-Fare Loophole Means Cheap International Flights
Wall Street Journal 'Middle Seat' columnist Scott McCartney explains how international travelers can score some low airfares thanks to loopholes in aviation laws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Nov 02, 2018
8m
Today's Volatile Market: You Can Run, But You Can't Hide
The S&P 500 took a beating in October, down nearly 7%. Wall Street Journal reporter Michael Wursthorn explains why the market uneasiness isn't going away, and why it leaves investors with little room to hide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Nov 01, 2018
10m
How to Read October's Market Selloffs
Wall Street Journal columnist James Mackintosh explains how investors should read into October's rocky stock market performance, which included several broad selloffs. He also explains what the volatility might mean for 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 31, 2018
7m
Credit Card Companies Reining in Spending Limits
Some credit card companies, unsure how long the current economic recovery will last, have begun tightening lending standards and reducing consumers' spending limits. Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 30, 2018
8m
Investor Interest in American Airlines Won't Take Off
American Airlines has seen its profit margin per passenger increase, yet investors have turned up their noses at the carrier. Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains why.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 29, 2018
9m
A Stock Pullback, Despite Strong Earnings
Tech sales sneeze, the markets catch cold. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani says a market pullback was probably inevitable even though earnings and the economy have been strong. She adds that the selloff has some investors scratching their heads.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 27, 2018
9m
Midday Brief for Friday, October 26th
An arrest in the investigation into suspicious packages sent this week. Strong consumer spending fueled a 4% growth in economic output in the third quarter. J.R. Whalen reports.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 26, 2018
2m
Stocks, Commodities Moving in Lockstep: A Red Flag
Wall Street Journal markets reporter Amrith Ramkumar explains the significance of stocks and commodities moving in tandem, known as correlation, and why that could put investors' portfolios at risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 26, 2018
8m
Big Oil Is Swimming in Cash. Wall Street Isn't Impressed
The biggest western energy companies are sitting on nearly $100 billion in excess cash thanks to soaring crude prices, but Wall Street is reluctant to swoop in and buy shares. Wall Street Journal reporter Sarah Kent explains.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m Oct 25, 2018
5m
Is the Current Market Volatility 'Normal'?
Edward Jones investment strategist Kate Warne explains why investors should not be intimidated by the current stretch of market instability. She also explains why investors should not allow politics to dictate investment decisions.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 24, 2018
9m
New Rules Could Ease Small Business 401(k) Offerings
A new, proposed set of rules could make it easier for small businesses to offer 401(k) savings plans to employees and allow them to be better prepared for retirement. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen explains.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 23, 2018
7m
2019 Could Bring a Flood of Tech IPOs
Several highly valued tech giants are poised to enter the IPO market in 2019. Wall Street Journal reporter Maureen Farrell explains how next year could rival 2000 and see records broken in terms of IPO dollars raised.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 22, 2018
8m
Are We Past the Peak for Strong Earnings Reports?
Stocks ended a turbulent week mixed, as good earnings news tussled with geopolitical worries. It's been a strong quarterly profit reporting season, but the Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn wonders if this is as good as it gets for earnings.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 20, 2018
6m
Gold Is Glittering Among Investors Amid Volatility
After an extended period of declines, gold-related stocks are seeing support among investors. Wall Street Journal reporter Riva Gold explains why, and what could sustain growth in the gold sector.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 19, 2018
7m
Investors Adapting to October's Market Volatility
Investors are making substantial changes to their portfolios to adapt to the market volatility that has punctuated much of October. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Akane Otani explains how investors are diversifying their holdings.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 18, 2018
7m
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley: Stock Growth to Come
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley reported strong quarterly earnings, thanks in part to the IPO market among Chinese companies and U.S. market volatility. Heard on the Street columnist Aaron Back makes the case that the stocks are undervalued and could see strong growth ahead.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 17, 2018
7m
Consumers Shaking Off Rate Increases...For Now
Banks have expressed relief that consumers have not curbed borrowing habits for many types of loans in the face of eight interest rate increases in the past three years. But Wall Street Journal reporter Peter Rudegair explains banks and Wall Street have concerns about more long-term loan products like mortgages.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 16, 2018
7m
There's a Sale on Financial Advice
Fees for financial advice are finally coming down, following the track of fees for retail stock trading as well as various funds. Wall Street Journal reporter Lisa Beilfuss explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 15, 2018
6m
Earnings in Focus, Following a Turbulent Week
The markets were dented this past week by a massive two-day selloff. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani says that if upcoming earnings are strong, they could ease investor fears over higher interest rates.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 13, 2018
6m
Defaults on 401(k) Loans Threaten Retirement Wealth
A growing number of people are defaulting on loans taken against their 401(k) retirement accounts, with the loss amount nearly 3% of $7.8 trillion in 401(k) accounts. Wall Street Journal retirement reporter Anne Tergesen explains how workers leaving jobs before repaying loans is often the culprit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 12, 2018
7m
Another Steep Selloff, With Earnings on Deck
U.S. markets endured a second day of huge losses in a very volatile session. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani says investors are bracing for more possible turmoil, as the third quarter earnings season begins.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 11, 2018
7m
Selloff's Odd Profile; Hurricane Michael vs. Funds
Wednesday's stocks selloff was peculiar because of how investors did not react. Plus, as homeowners and businesses in Florida endure Hurricane Michael, pension funds and endowments could face a substantial financial hit as well. WSJ global investing editor Geoff Rogow explains.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 11, 2018
7m
Art Hogan on Wednesday's Yield-Driven Selloff
Markets plummeted Wednesday as rising bond yields continued to draw investors away from stocks. Art Hogan of B. Riley FBR explains the effect of higher yields on equities; he also doesn't foresee a full-fledged bear market because the economy is sound.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 10, 2018
6m
Why Rising Bond Yields May Not Be a Threat to Stocks
Wall Street Journal senior markets columnist James Mackintosh explains why stock investors should not feel spooked by the recent run-up in bond yields.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 10, 2018
8m
Private Equity Investing Billions in Infrastructure
Although the White House and Congress have shifted the spotlight away from infrastructure projects, Wall Street Journal reporter Miriam Gottfried explains how private equity finds repairs of the nation's bridges and pipelines to be an attractive investment.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 09, 2018
7m
Cryptocurrency Scams Bring Ramped Up Enforcement
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has ramped up its regulation and enforcement of cryptocurrency fraud and other related crimes in the past year. Wall Street Journal reporter Gabriel Rubin explains how cryptocurrency oversight is one component of the commission's (and the SEC's) body of work.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Oct 08, 2018
9m
More Volatility Expected for Stocks
Stocks suffered a big two-day selloff Thursday and Friday, hurt by rising bond yields. Volatility returned to the markets. That's expected to continue, according to the Wall Street Journal's Corrie Driebusch.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 06, 2018
7m
Stocks: The Big Winner in November's Elections
While some on Wall Street predict a stock market pullback after November's midterm elections, Wall Street Journal markets reporter Allison Prang explains why historical data (and current economic conditions) point to a different market response.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 05, 2018
6m
Amazon's $15/Hour Wage Could Give Competitors a Chill
Amazon's decision to raise its minimum wage to $15 per hour could spell trouble for competitors looking to ramp up their holiday season worker ranks. Wall Street Journal Heard on the Street columnist Elizabeth Winkler explains.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m Oct 04, 2018
5m
The Fed Is Ready to Redefine 'Big Bank'
The Federal Reserve is considering a revamp of the rules that govern and define big banks. Wall Street Journal financial regulation reporter Ryan Tracy explains how it is part of the Trump administration's effort to scale back what it deems overreaching banking rules.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Oct 03, 2018
8m
Stocks Pop on Canada Trade News, Wait on China Talks
U.S. stocks and bond yields jumped at the start of the fourth quarter after the U.S. and Canada reached a last-minute deal to revise the North American Free Trade Agreement. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Akane Otani explains sectors that are affected by ongoing trade tensions with China.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Oct 02, 2018
6m
Order the Steak! IRS to Reinstate Dining Expense Write-Off
The IRS is expected to release details saying meal expenses involving business clients will once again, in most cases, be 50% deductible. But Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders says that will not apply to entertainment expenses.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Oct 01, 2018
7m
Luxury Hotels: The New Home Sweet Home
Luxury hotels are becoming living quarters for more and more of the ultra-rich and powerful. Wall Street Journal reporter Katy McLaughlin explains why and details some of the lavish perks that come with hotel living.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Sep 28, 2018
11m
Tariffs Could Set Up a U.S.-China 'Cold War'
The series of tariffs the U.S. has placed on more than $200 billion of Chinese goods could result in long-term damage to relations between the two countries. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Sep 27, 2018
7m
Special Fed Coverage: Powell Press Conference
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it will increase interest rates to a range of 2%-2.25%. Fed Chairman Jay Powell addressed several topics, including the challenges of weighing economic strength against raising rates as well as the potential impact of trade tensions on the economy.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Sep 26, 2018
8m
Some Merchants Want to Reject Rewards Credit Cards
Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains why some merchants like Amazon and Target want to reject several types of credit cards with among the most generous rewards programs on the market.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Sep 26, 2018
11m