Savvy Fliers Connect Through Air Canada
Wall Street Journal Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney says smart US air travelers use Air Canada to connect to flights in Europe and Asia. Passengers find they get better deals and faster flight times than they get from the US carriers.
8m Aug 18, 2017
8m
States Begin Auto-Enrolling Workers in Retirement Plans
Oregon has become the first state to require businesses that don't have retirement-savings plans of their own to give workers access to a state-run plan. The Wall Street Journal's Anne Tergesen says the plans have plenty of both supporters and opponents.
7m Aug 17, 2017
7m
More Homeowners Default on 'Green' Loans
The Wall Street Journal's Kirsten Grind says more borrowers are defaulting on loans designed to help them make eco-friendly upgrades to their homes.
7m Aug 16, 2017
7m
Airlines Pay Up to Pamper Business Class
Airlines are offering luxury seats to lure business class travelers, their most profitable customers. But carriers pay a lot for these seats, and the Wall Street Journal's Doug Cameron says they can push up the cost of outfitting a plane by millions of dollars.
8m Aug 15, 2017
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A Surge in Underpayment of Estimated Taxes
The Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders says there was a 40 percent jump in the number of Americans who underpaid estimated taxes between 2010 and 2015. These include business owners, retirees and gig workers.
6m Aug 14, 2017
6m
The First-Ever All-Digital Mortgage Closing
We've seen a rise in electronic mortgage closings. But Wall Street Journal columnist Robyn Friedman tells us about the first entirely remote online closing, which took place last month - all from a laptop.
7m Aug 11, 2017
7m
Sapphire: Popular with Customers. Maybe Too Popular
JP Morgan Chase's Sapphire Reserve credit card has been a hit with consumers because of its generous rewards. But that's made the card a money-loser for JP Morgan's retail banking unit and is a cause for concern at the company, says the Wall Street Journal's Emily Glazer.
8m Aug 10, 2017
8m
Chase Axes Instant Debit Card Replacement
J.P. Morgan Chase has eliminated a program allowing customers to replace lost or stolen debit cards instantly at many of its branches. A big reason was fraud. Wall Street Journal reporter Kate Fazzini says debit card fraud remains a big concern for banks and customers.
6m Aug 09, 2017
6m
Tough Times for Value Investors
Value stocks, such as industrial and energy companies, have trailed tech-oriented growth stocks for a long time. Wall Street Journal Hong Kong reporter Steve Russolillo says global value funds are on track this year for their worst performance since before the financial crisis.
8m Aug 08, 2017
8m
Betting on the Falling Dollar
The dollar has fallen around seven percent this year. The Wall Street Journal's Chelsey Dulaney says investors predict the greenback will keep falling, partly because of political gridlock in Washington.
7m Aug 07, 2017
7m
That Drone Hovering Over Your Home? It's the Insurance Inspector
Drones, photo-taking apps and artificial intelligence are accelerating what has long been a clunky, time-consuming experience: the auto or home-insurance claim. The Wall Street Journal's Nicole Friedman joins us in the studio with the details.
6m Aug 07, 2017
6m
Why Do U.S. Stocks Keep Hitting Records? Here Are Five Theories
The Dow crossed 22000 for the first time Wednesday, its 32nd record close this year and its fourth 1,000-point milestone since the U.S. election. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani joins us with some theories for why the stock market keeps rising.
6m Aug 04, 2017
6m
Thank Foreigners for Dow 22000
Shares of companies with big overseas exposure have driven the latest rally as growth in the U.S. stays tepid while the rest of the world picks up. The Wall Street Journal's Justin Lahart joins us in the studio.
6m Aug 03, 2017
6m
We Cheer Companies' Earnings, but Punish Their Stocks
Strong corporate earnings have boosted the stock market. But, paradoxically, companies' stocks have fallen on average on the day they've reported earnings. The Wall Street Journal's Jon Sindreu joins us from London to explain this stock market twist.
7m Aug 03, 2017
7m
Some Insurers Seek ACA Premium Hikes of at Least 30%
Amid uncertainty about federal healthcare policy, insurers in some states are seeking premium hikes of 30 percent or more for Affordable Care Act plans. Wall Street Journal reporter Anna Mathews talks about which states are requesting the big increases.
6m Aug 02, 2017
6m
Goldman Sachs Deals with a Trading Slump
Once the king of trading among Wall Street banks, Goldman Sachs now finds itself trailing its rivals. The Wall Street Journal's Liz Hoffman describes how Goldman is undertaking a charm offensive designed to showcase a more customer-friendly company.
7m Aug 02, 2017
7m
July U.S. Auto Sales Fall Sharply
U.S. sales of cars, light trucks and SUVs fell more than five percent last month. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Colias says built-up inventories led to fewer lease sales and more incentives. It could be a great time to shop for a deal on a car.
7m Aug 01, 2017
7m
Uber Rolls Out a Credit Card
Uber Technologies is launching a credit card with a unit of Barclays as the issuer. It would make Uber the first ride-sharing company to roll out a credit card. Rival Lyft is planning a similar move, says the Wall Street Journal's AnnaMaria Andriotis.
7m Aug 01, 2017
7m
Credit-Card Losses Hit a Four-Year High
The charge-off rate, the percentage of balances that card issuers write off as a loss, hit the highest level in four years during the second quarter. The Wall Street Journal's AnnaMaria Andriotis says that could be a warning sign for the markets and broader economy.
8m Jul 31, 2017
8m
Bad News If You Make $150,000 to $300,000: Higher Taxes for Many
A study from the Tax Policy Center finds nearly a third of those households could see tax increases averaging from $3,000 to $4,000 a year. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders joins us with the details.
6m Jul 31, 2017
6m
Investors Bet Big on Tesla's Model 3
As Tesla moves into the mainstream market, Heard on the Street's Charley Grant and Spencer Jakab join MoneyBeat's Stephen Grocer and Paul Vigna to talk the launch of the long-awaited Model 3 electric car, with a look at what investors are betting on.
8m Jul 28, 2017
8m
Wall Street Needs You to Borrow Against Your Stock
A boom in securities-backed lending is bolstering bank profits, but critics say it doesn't always benefit clients, and regulators have been keeping a close eye on the practice. The Wall Street Journal's Michael Wursthorn joins us in the studio.
7m Jul 28, 2017
7m
Automation Takes Aim at Financial Advisers-and Their Fees
As more services use algorithms to generate investment tips, they continue to threaten one of the most personal businesses in personal finance: advice. The Wall Street's Anne Tergesen has the latest.
7m Jul 27, 2017
7m
Millions of Good Jobs Exist for Non-College Grads
A report says there are more than 30 million jobs paying at least 35 thousand dollars for workers without four-year college degrees. The problem, says the Wall Street Journal's Lauren Weber, is that there are more than twice as many workers without college diplomas.
7m Jul 27, 2017
7m
McBride: Inflation Has Fed's Attention
The Fed held interest rates steady at their latest policy meeting. Greg McBride of Bankrate.com, says the lack of inflation will make it tough for the Fed to raise rates anytime soon. He also discusses the Fed's plan to shrink its balance sheet.
7m Jul 26, 2017
7m
Lack of Housing Fuels a Home Renovation Boom
Americans are expected to pour a record 316 billion dollars into home remodeling this year. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Kusisto says the boom is being driven by a shortage of single family homes, which is driving up prices.
8m Jul 26, 2017
8m
Businesses Demand Higher Deposit Rates from Banks
With short-term interest rates on the rise, businesses are demanding higher rates on their deposit accounts from banks. The Wall Street Journal's Christina Rexrode says banks are giving businesses what they want.
7m Jul 25, 2017
7m
College Tuition Grows at Slowest Pace in Decades
The Wall Street Journal's Josh Mitchell says college prices are now rising just 1.9 percent, in line with inflation. He says stagnant enrollment is a big reason for slowing price growth.
8m Jul 25, 2017
8m
Expedia, Priceline Move in on Airbnb
Online travel giants Expedia and Priceline want a big piece of the short-term home rental market currently dominated by Airbnb. The Wall Street Journal's Chris Kirkham says the two are boosting their inventory of home-rental options that can be booked with just a few clicks.
8m Jul 24, 2017
8m
Paging Frugal Business Travelers: A New Perk
Scott McCartney, Middle Seat columnist for the Wall Street Journal, explains why a new site called Upside Travel may appeal to small-business owners and those seeking first-class deals.
7m Jul 24, 2017
7m
Short Sellers Give Up as Stocks Run to New Records
Times are tough for skeptics of the bull market. A gauge of bets against stocks is at a four-year low even as warning signs persist. The Wall Street Journal's Ben Eisen joins us in the studio with the story.
5m Jul 21, 2017
5m
Why Small Firms Are Giving Out 15% Pay Raises
As the job market tightens, many small-business owners are racing to boost pay to keep experienced hands from jumping ship. The Wall Street Journal's Ruth Simon joins us in the studio.
7m Jul 21, 2017
7m
Where's the Pullback? Stock Markets Defy History
The major stock averages are cruising higher without retreating 5% or more. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Steven Russolillo examines this rising trend, which is making some investors nervous.
7m Jul 20, 2017
7m
New CEO, Old Worries as GE Reports Earnings
General Electric reports second quarter earnings Friday, right before John Flannery takes over as new CEO. The Wall Street Journal's Thomas Gryta says familiar problems confront GE, including its slumping stock price and its cash flow.
8m Jul 20, 2017
8m
Stocks Still Hoping for Trump's Agenda to Pass
Since the start of the year, many "Trump trades" have wound down on fading hopes for tax cuts and stimulus spending to be enacted. But the Wall Street Journal's Justin Lahart says the overall stock market still has hopes that President Trump's agenda will be enacted.
8m Jul 19, 2017
8m
Americans' Favorite Long-Term Investment? Not Stocks
A survey by Bankrate.com finds that real estate remains Americans' favorite investment for the long-term. Bankrate senior economic analyst Mark Hamrick says stocks came in a distant third, meaning that too many people are passing up stocks and their higher long-term returns.
7m Jul 19, 2017
7m
House GOP Plans a Big Tax Code Rewrite
The Wall Street Journal's Richard Rubin talks about an ambitious tax bill by House Republicans. It would pair rewriting the tax code with big deficit-cutting plans.
7m Jul 18, 2017
7m
Companies Boost Their 401(k) Matches
Good news for employees who may not have saved enough for retirement. Some companies are raising their 401(k) contributions. The Wall Street Journal's Sarah Krouse says it's a bid to retain employees and encourage older workers to retire.
7m Jul 18, 2017
7m
Bitcoin Falls Sharply from June Peak
Bitcoin slid sharply over the weekend, falling below two thousand dollars. The cryptocurrency had been above three thousand in mid-June. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna says it's a reminder that these digital assets remain highly speculative, experimental trading vehicles.
8m Jul 17, 2017
8m
First-Time Buyers More Interested in Housing Market
A study finds that Google searches on buying a first home are sharply higher. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Kusisto says it indicates more millennials are interested in purchasing a home, but affordability remains a key concern.
6m Jul 17, 2017
6m
What the Senate's 3.8% Surtax Means for You
In a surprise, the Senate GOP retained the 3.8 percent surtax on investment income in its latest healthcare measure. The tax will hit high earners most of all, but the Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders says others can often minimize the tax if they plan ahead.
7m Jul 14, 2017
7m
Latest Wave of 401(k) Suits Yields Big Wins, and Big Losses
In one case, a $22 million settlement; in another, a judge's dismissal after a trial. The Wall Street Journal's Anne Tergesen joins us in the studio to help make sense of what's happening with 401(k) fee lawsuits.
7m Jul 14, 2017
7m
Bank Earnings Are Coming: What to Watch
Calm markets, the Fed and lighter lending are among the factors seen influencing second-quarter results. The Wall Street Journal's Peter Rudegeair joins us in the studio with a look at what to watch when banks report earnings.
6m Jul 13, 2017
6m
Will Bank Customers Demand Higher Rates?
Interest rates on bank deposits have been at rock-bottom levels for a long time. The Wall Street Journal's Christina Rexrode talks about the pressures banks may face to raise those rates, now that Fed short-term rates have topped one percent.
7m Jul 13, 2017
7m
Bill Stone Expects Strong Second Quarter Earnings
Bill Stone of PNC Asset Management Group is looking for earnings to grow by around six and 1/2 percent in the second quarter. Energy is expected to be the strongest performing sector.
7m Jul 12, 2017
7m
How Landlords Can Turn Empy Units into Hotel Rooms
A handful of startups are helping building owners get in on the home-sharing trend, turning empty units into hotel rooms. The Wall Street Journal's Laura Kusisto talks about these startups and the resistance that short-term rentals face.
7m Jul 12, 2017
7m
Buffett's Berkshire Relying Less on Stock Picking
Warren Buffett has a legendary reputation as a stock picker. But the bid by his Berkshire Hathaway company to buy Oncor, a Texas utility, is the latest sign that Berkshire is shifting from picking stocks to running businesses. The Wall Street Journal's Nicole Friedman joins us.
7m Jul 11, 2017
7m
Shades of the 1990s: The Chip Industry is Hot
In an echo of the 1990s, semiconductor sales have been strong as chip companies find new markets, including autos and household items. The Wall Street Journal's Dan Gallagher says chips are also benefiting from smartphones, even though phone sales are slowing.
8m Jul 11, 2017
8m
Picking a 529 for College
Every state offers 529 savings accounts to parents of college-bound children. Wall Street Journal contributor Chana Schoenberger talks about how parents can pick the right 529 for their kids.
7m Jul 10, 2017
7m
Men, Republicans, Northeasterners Tip Best: Survey
Matt Schulz from CreditCards.com reveals new research about which Americans are the best and worst tippers. He also details which professions tend to do better with tips.
7m Jul 10, 2017
7m