P.M. Edition for Oct. 24. Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu discusses Boeing’s big goals and damaged finances. And WSJ Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman says U.S. authorities see an unprecedented surge in threats relating to the presidential election. Plus, we exclusively report that Russia helped Yemen’s Houthi rebels target Western ships in the Red Sea. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 24. WSJ politics editor Ben Pershing says voters have adopted a more positive view of Donald Trump’s past performance and a more negative view of Kamala Harris, but cautions that the former president’s narrow lead is within the poll’s margin of error. Plus, private Medicare insurers got billions for questionable home diagnoses, a new inspector general’s report says. And the WSJ’s Stephen Wilmot says Tesla’s progress on costs and a bullish outlook for 2025 deliveries have boosted investor confidence. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 23. Matt Wirz, who writes about credit for The Wall Street Journal talks about why Wall Street is excited about NAVs, SRTs and CDOs. And U.S. home sales hit another nearly 30-year low. Journal housing reporter Nicole Friedman explains why new buyers are staying on the housing market sidelines. Plus, with deadlocked polls and the memory of 2016, White House reporter Tarini Parti says Democrats are becoming more anxious ahead of Election Day. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 23. WSJ reporter Mariah Timms says Donald Trump and his allies have spent four years creating a more organized, better funded effort to contest the election if it doesn’t go his way. Plus, budget carriers Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines revive merger talks. And the WSJ’s Joanna Stern asks Apple’s head of software why so many features are still missing from the first release of Apple Intelligence. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 22. WSJ real estate reporter Kate King talks about the pressures local storefront owners are facing. The Journal’s Ryan Dezember discusses whether a home renovation resurgence is on the horizon. Plus, federal prosecutors charge former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries with running an international sex trafficking ring. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 22. WSJ economics commentator Greg Ip says a second Donald Trump presidency stands to radically rewire the global trading system. Plus, Republicans eat into Democrats’ early voting advantage. And companies sell sunscreen in whipped-cream cans and tampons in ice-cream tubs as “chaos packaging” becomes a marketing tool. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 21. WSJ reporter Oyin Adedoyin explains why more Americans are identifying as multiracial and what impact that could have on the political landscape. And Journal markets reporter Sam Goldfarb discusses the market optimism leading weaker businesses to issue riskier loans. Plus, WSJ reporter Heather Haddon talks about how restaurant chains are on track to declare more bankruptcies since the pandemic. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 21. The WSJ’s Niharika Mandhana says the U.S. is racing to upgrade far-flung airfields in the Pacific as a way to defend against China’s enormous missile arsenal. Plus, Elon Musk offers a $1 million daily prize to a randomly chosen registered voter who has signed a petition by his America PAC. And, after a slow start, the WSJ’s Peter Loftus says Johnson & Johnson’s bet on a ketamine-derived drug to treat depression is paying off. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are nearly a quarter million students in the University of North Carolina system, and its flagship campus at Chapel Hill was in the spotlight this spring after pro-Gaza demonstrators set up an encampment on the quad. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind traveled to North Carolina’s campuses to see how voters are weighing the Middle East conflict and the protests it spawned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did rivals help United take off? And what has investors worried about the health of CVS? Plus, why Netflix shares jumped. 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

P.M. Edition for Oct. 18. WSJ reporter Alexander Osipovich discusses a wave of pro-Trump bets in one popular betting market. And Journal health reporter Anna Wilde Mathews discusses why CVS Health is getting a new chief executive and a new strategy. Plus, U.S. federal regulators are investigating Tesla’s automated-driving technology, following a deadly crash. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 18. President Biden and European leaders call for negotiations to end the Israel-Hamas war after the killing of Hamas Gaza chief Yahya Sinwar. WSJ Middle East correspondent Rory Jones explains whether the warring parties are likely to respond to that pressure. Plus, China’s economy cools amid lingering questions around Beijing’s fiscal support. And Donald Trump adopts Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s health-policy agenda. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 17. WSJ reporter Rory Jones discusses how the death of Hamas’s leader Yayha Sinwar’s changes the calculus of the conflict. And Wall Street investment firms want to sell securities made by bundling junk-rated loans to individual investors. Journal markets reporter Vicky Ge Huang explains why. Plus, there’s been an executive shakeup in Google’s core moneymaking business unit. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 17. WSJ correspondent Lingling Wei explains what convinced China’s leader to embrace broad stimulus measures after resisting prior calls to do so, even as he holds off on a full policy u-turn. Plus, Republicans worry Donald Trump’s strategy of outsourcing door-knocking may cause them to fall behind in key states. And scientists see hope in their race to save the banana. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 16. The Journal’s Doug Belkin discusses why private equity is investing in college consulting services. And the U.S. Treasury Department’s proposals for modernizing anti-money laundering rules face backlash from the banking industry. Wall Street Journal reporter Dylan Tokar explains why. Plus, WSJ reporter Dave Michaels talks about how a new FTC rule might make it easier to dump recurring subscriptions. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 16. WSJ correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains how Tehran is exporting its model of using Middle East militias to pursue its goals by turning to drug lords and gangsters in the West to target Israeli interests. Plus, a judge blocks Georgia’s hand-count ballot rule, as voters in the state flock to the polls. And economists polled by WSJ grow more upbeat about the U.S. economy. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 15. WSJ reporter Aaron Zitner discusses how Donald Trump aims to win women voters and Kamala Harris’s pushes to recruit men. And America’s biggest banks showed strong earnings last quarter. WSJ reporter Alexander Saeedy on this is another sign the U.S. economy is headed for a soft landing. Plus, private equity’s interest in blue-collar companies is minting a new class of American millionaires. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 15. The Biden administration receives assurances that Israel won’t target Iranian nuclear or oil facilities, leading oil prices to tumble. Plus, Kamala Harris fights to counter Donald Trump’s appeal with Black men. And, WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos explains why there’s a lot riding on this earnings season, while Heard on the Street columnist Carol Ryan says China’s economic woes are a concern for luxury brands in particular. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 14. WSJ immigration reporter Michelle Hackman on Kamala Harris’s role in President Biden’s border plan. And the Journal’s Justin Lahart discusses the U.S. economy under former President Trump and President Biden. Plus, WSJ reporter Sean McLain explains why used EVs are selling for bargain prices. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 14. A sharp drop in venture-capital funding is leading the Chinese government to get more involved in grooming the country’s tech industry. The WSJ’s Liza Lin says that in the long run, that strategy could handicap China’s efforts to catch up with Western advances. Plus, a drone launched by Hezbollah hits a military base, highlighting a weak spot in Israel’s air-defense systems. And, most economists surveyed by WSJ think inflation would be higher under the policies of Donald Trump than those of Kamala Harris. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This spring the U.S. fertility rate dropped to another historic low. And a potential American baby bust has become a campaign issue. WSJ Chief Economics Commentator Greg Ip answers your questions on the causes and consequences of the falling fertility rate in the U.S. And reporter Liz Whyte explains what policies the presidential candidates are proposing and how they may—or may not—make an impact. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts.    Further Reading How America’s Baby Bust Became an Election Issue  Why Tech Elites Want Us All to Have More Kids  More Cash for Kids Is Popular. It Might Not Be Wise.  Suddenly There Aren’t Enough Babies. The Whole World Is Alarmed.  Why JD Vance Worries About Childlessness  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What turned Monday into a super day for Super Micro? And what did the CrowdStrike meltdown cost Delta Airlines? Plus, why did Tesla’s robotaxi fail to wow investors? 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

P.M. Edition for Oct. 11. WSJ reporter Sarah Nassauer explains why retailers like IKEA and Nike are lowering prices now. And the Journal’s banking reporter Gina Heeb discusses JPMorgan Chase’s call that the U.S. economy has made a soft landing. Plus, a report alleges Donald Trump sent scarce Covid-19 testing equipment to the Kremlin at the height of the pandemic. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 11. Voters in the nation’s seven battleground states see Donald Trump as better equipped to handle the issues they care about most, yet are divided about evenly over who should lead the nation. The WSJ’s Aaron Zitner breaks down our latest poll. Plus, Tehran threatens to target U.S. allies in the Middle East if they aid an attack on Iran. And, Elon Musk unveils not one, but two new vehicles at the long-anticipated Robotaxi event. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 10. WSJ real estate reporter Kate King talks about reinventing grocery delivery with robotics. And WSJ economics reporter Harriet Torry on what the new U.S. inflation data mean for future interest-rate cuts. Plus, Donald Trump says he wants to make car-loan interest payments tax free. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 10. Millions are left without power after Hurricane Milton makes landfall as a Category 3 storm. Plus, Donald Trump pledges to end “double taxation” for Americans who live abroad. And, despite mounting geopolitical tensions, China is big business for Western consultants. The WSJ’s Aruna Viswanatha says consulting firms are allowed to work there, but are treading a fine line. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 9. More Americans identify as Republican than Democrats. WSJ reporter Aaron Zitner discusses what it might mean for the presidential election. And as millions of Florida residents brace for Hurricane Milton, the Journal’s Michelle Hackman explains how misinformation is complicating FEMA’s efforts. Plus, WSJ’s Nate Rattner on the growing influence of “news influencers.” Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 9. The WSJ’s Katy Stech Ferek goes over the key races and issues that could determine who wins the House majority. Plus, millions are put under evacuation orders in Florida as Hurricane Milton strengthens to a Category 5 storm. And, U.S. antitrust officials consider breaking up Google. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 8. WSJ markets reporter Hardika Singh discusses whether the third quarter earnings reports can show there’s more to the S&P 500 than just the Magnificent Seven. And WSJ’s Jared Hopkins explains what’s next for Pfizer after an activist investor revealed a $1 billion stake. Plus, the U.S. deficit tops $1.8 trillion in 2024. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 8. The WSJ’s Tarini Parti and Natalie Andrews talk us through the issues–from abortion and Medicare to fracking and marijuana–that Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have changed their stance on as they try to win votes. Plus, a judge rules that Google must make it easier for app stores to compete on Android. And, Samsung issues a rare apology over an expected earnings miss. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 7. The Wall Street Journal’s deputy bureau chief for the Middle East and North Africa Shayndi Raice discusses how the Hamas attacks changed Israel’s security strategy. And as it recovers from Hurricane Helene, Florida braces for Category 5 storm Milton. Plus, corporate insiders haven’t been buying their own stocks. WSJ reporter Karen Langley explains what that might mean for other investors. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 7. Russian weapons dealer Viktor Bout is trying to broker the sale of small arms to Yemen’s Houthi militants, just two years after he was released from a U.S. jail in a trade with Moscow for American basketball star Brittney Griner. Plus, the WSJ’s Anat Peled brings us an update on the humanitarian situation in Gaza, one year on from Hamas’s surprise attack on Israel. And, with a new hurricane headed toward Florida, the WSJ’s Deborah Acosta explains the effects of extreme weather on the real-estate market. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nevada has more non-partisan voters than either Republicans or Democrats, and many were dreading a rematch between President Biden and former President Donald Trump. Polls showed double-digit support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. before he dropped out of the race and endorsed Trump, and before Kamala Harris replaced Biden atop the Democratic ticket. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to the battleground state to find out how voters responded to the candidates’ shifts going into November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are global automakers hitting the brakes? And why did Tesla's stock fall despite the company delivering more vehicles? Plus, what sent Spirit Airlines shares into a tailspin? 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

P.M. Edition for Oct. 4. Wall Street Journal national security reporter Lara Seligman on the U.S.'s diminished influence over its closest ally in the Middle East. And September’s U.S. jobs report was better than expected. We find out why from Journal reporter Harriet Torry. Plus, OpenAI is opening an office in Manhattan. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 4. Dockworkers agree to return to work after port operators offer a 62% wage increase over six years, ending a shutdown that threatened to disrupt the economy. But there’s still a lot to be hashed out between the union and employers, the WSJ’s Paul Berger says. Plus, Spirit Airlines explores a bankruptcy filing. And, the WSJ’s Rebecca Feng explains why China’s ghost cities are haunting policymakers. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 3. A possible strike on Iran’s oil facilities could push prices higher just weeks before the U.S. presidential election. And deadly workplace accidents continue despite a regulation meant to prevent them. WSJ reporter John Keilman explains why. Plus, credit reporter Matt Wirz on the Wall Street rush to get ordinary investors into private credit. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 3. Elon Musk quietly gave tens of millions of dollars to groups with ties to Trump aide Stephen Miller and supporters of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s presidential bid. Plus, an Israeli strike on Beirut kills six people, and special counsel Jack Smith says Donald Trump “resorted to crimes ” to remain in power after the 2020 election. And, the WSJ’s Ruth Simon reports that the Fed’s rate cut has jolted some entrepreneurs to spend again. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 2. WSJ reporter Theo Francis on why converting the startup behind ChatGPT from a nonprofit to a for-profit company is enormously complex. And Wall Street Journal White House reporter Annie Linskey discusses how the devastation from Hurricane Helene in two crucial swing states means U.S. presidential candidates have to show command and empathy—without appearing to politicize a disaster. Plus, WSJ correspondent Georgi Kantchev explains why an archipelago above the Arctic Circle is emerging as a front line for Russia, China and NATO. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 2. JD Vance and Tim Walz face off at the vice presidential debate. The WSJ’s Tarini Parti breaks down what they said on immigration, abortion, the Jan. 6 riots and their bosses’ records. Plus, Israel weighs its response to Iran’s attack, a fresh test as the Biden administration seeks to avoid a new spiral of escalation. And, a Saudi minister warns of $50 oil as OPEC+ members flout production curbs. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 1. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the U.S. and others had “effectively defeated” Iran’s attack while the Israeli military signaled it would retaliate. WSJ national security reporter Alex Ward on what could come next. And Nike is the latest company to embrace a curious business archetype: the Intern CEO. Science of Success columnist Ben Cohen on why hiring someone who started at the bottom could be the right move. Plus, the Journal's John McCormick explains what to know ahead of tonight's vice-presidential debate between Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance (R., Ohio). Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 1. Thousands of workers at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports launch a strike overnight. The WSJ’s Paul Berger reports on the ground. Plus, Israel sends troops into Lebanon in the first big incursion in two decades. And, WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu says engine problems are causing headaches in the aviation industry–especially for Airbus, whose airplane of the future is struggling to take off. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 30. Fed Chair Jerome Powell said today that interest rate cuts can sustain a soft landing. And WSJ reporter Paul Berger on how a possible dockworker strike threatens to rattle the American economy five weeks ahead of the presidential election. Plus, Jeep owner Stellantis warns of a deteriorating global car market. The Journal’s Stephen Wilmot explains the automaker’s challenges. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 30. Israel’s special forces have been launching the targeted raids for weeks as they probe Hezbollah’s capabilities. The WSJ’s Stephen Kalin says the group is in disarray after the killing of leader Hassan Nasrallah. Plus, states rush to provide aid as the death toll from Hurricane Helene rises to more than 90. And, Americans are more reliant than ever on government aid. The WSJ’s Aaron Zitner explains why that matters for the presidential election. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first anniversary of the Israel-Hamas war is days away, but how close is the conflict to coming to an end? WSJ Middle East editor Andrew Dowell and Tel Aviv-based reporter Anat Peled answer your questions on the ceasefire talks and what’s likely to happen if a deal remains elusive. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Further Reading U.S. and Allies Call for Three-Week Pause to Head Off Israel-Hezbollah Ground War  An Isolated Netanyahu Resists Pressure to End Conflicts  Netanyahu Allies Make the Case for Firing Israel’s Defense Minister  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What did investors make of changes to Southwest’s famous seating strategy? And why did two big AI tech-stock names go in opposite directions? Plus, why did Costco shares get a markdown? 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

P.M. Edition for Sept. 27. Wall Street Journal White House reporter Ken Thomas on why electric vehicles are becoming a big issue in the presidential election. And Israel targets Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah with a massive airstrike in Beirut. Plus, scaling up is proving tough for many clean energy startups. The Journal’s Amrith Ramkumar explains one company’s growing pains. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 27. Chinese stocks rally to close out their best week in years. The WSJ’s Jonathan Cheng says a raft of stimulus measures indicates that Beijing has gotten over its reluctance to intervene more forcefully on the economy. Plus, Hurricane Helene rips through Florida and heads north, leaving millions without power. And, the WSJ’s Peter Landers explains what Japan’s next leader, Shigeru Ishiba, could mean for markets and for the country’s relationship with Washington. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 26. Federal prosecutors say Adams sought and accepted illegal foreign political contributions. Journal reporter Corinne Ramey discusses the charges. And WSJ lead writer Gunjan Banerji on why American investors are sticking with money market funds. Plus, what counts as a supermarket? WSJ’s Jinjoo Lee explains why this is a big question rocking the grocery industry. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 26. Eric Adams says he has no plans to resign as federal prosecutors in Manhattan prepare to announce details of the case. Plus, OpenAI looks to become a for-profit enterprise, in part to appeal to investors, and parts ways with Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati. And, as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris talk economic policy this week, the WSJ’s Richard Rubin explains why the federal deficit remains the multi-trillion-dollar elephant in the room. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Correction: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is due to speak at the U.N. General Assembly on Friday. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said he was due to speak there on Thursday. (Corrected on Sept. 26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 25. The cyberattack, called Salt Typhoon, is one of many intrusions U.S. investigators have linked to China in recent years. And as world leaders gather for the U.N. General Assembly, The Wall Street Journal’s Shayndi Raice discusses how Israel has resisted international pressure over its war in Gaza and conflict with Hezbollah. Plus, the art market is tanking, but Sotheby’s has bigger problems. WSJ reporter Kelly Crow explains why. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 25. With many top executives undecided on which candidate to support, the WSJ’s Tarini Parti says Kamala Harris is making a quiet play for Corporate America’s backing. Plus, Israel intercepts a Hezbollah missile headed for Tel Aviv. And, WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Carol Ryan explains how widely diverging OPEC and IEA forecasts about how much oil the world needs are roiling the sector. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 24. Heard of the Street columnist Dan Gallagher discusses Intel’s many challenges as it becomes a takeover target. And the U.S. Justice Department sued Visa, alleging it violated antitrust laws. Plus, The Wall Street Journal’s Georgia Wells on why Telegram has started cooperating with law enforcement. Tracie Hunte hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 24. The WSJ’s Rory Jones updates us on Israel’s intensifying military campaign against Hezbollah. Plus, we interview California Attorney General Rob Bonta about the message he hopes to send by suing Exxon Mobil for allegedly misleading consumers about the recyclability of plastic products. And, China cuts interest rates and dangles loans for stock-market investors amid concerns that its economy risks missing its growth target. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 23. In an exclusive report, The Wall Street Journal’s Andrew Tangel reveals how GPS spoofing attacks cause problems for hundreds of daily flights. And California takes Exxon to court over pollution and plastics recycling claims. Plus, the U.S. is on pace to hit a record high in its homeless population. The Journal’s Jon Kamp on what’s behind the rising numbers. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 A.M. Edition for Sept. 23. Israel and Hezbollah intensify their cross-border attacks, bringing them as close to full-out war as they have been in their nearly year-long conflict. Plus, chip giants TSMC and Samsung discuss building megafactories in the United Arab Emirates. And, Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly dangle big discounts for their weight-loss drugs. The WSJ’s Peter Loftus explains who stands to win in this price war. Azhar Sukri hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Top Democrats have argued that democracy is on the line in the presidential election because Republican nominee Donald Trump is a threat to American political norms. They often bring up his actions after the 2020 election, which are the subject of a criminal case in Georgia. Trump has pleaded not guilty and says it is just political bluster. Republicans also say democracy is on the line, but their worries center on government overreach and the potential for voter fraud. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to the battleground state to find out which version of the argument is swaying voters. Relevant links: Georgia Election Rule Prompts Concerns of Chaos and Delays  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Space exploration company Intuitive Machines got a big NASA contract, so did its stock go to the moon? And what did investors think of getting Olive Garden delivered? Plus, why did FedEx and Nike shares go in opposite directions? 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

P.M. Edition for Sept. 20. The WSJ’s Ben Foldy explains why crypto investors are throwing their support behind Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. And we are exclusively reporting that chip maker Qualcomm has made a takeover approach to rival Intel. Plus, Microsoft is giving Three Mile Island, the site of the worst nuclear accident in U.S. history, a jump-start. WSJ energy reporter Jennifer Hiller explains the software company’s plan for the nuclear plant. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 20. Behind closed doors, senior U.S. officials acknowledge they don’t expect Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement before the end of President Biden’s term. The WSJ’s Anat Peled says after months of talks, the mood among negotiating parties is gloomy. Plus, Nike’s CEO ends a five-year tenure marked by a series of missteps. And, the WSJ’s Laurence Norman explains how European countries are trying to balance a tougher approach on immigration with a need for workers to power their economies. Azhar Sukri hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 19. The attacks using booby-trapped Hezbollah devices was a tactical win for Israel. National security and foreign policy correspondent Michael Gordon discusses whether it was a strategic one as well. And U.S. home sales were down in August. The Journal’s Nicole Friedman talks about why lower mortgage rates can’t offset rising home prices. Plus, WSJ reporter Will Parker explains how property investors capitalize on the American Sunbelt’s manufacturing boom. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 19. Global stocks rise and U.S. futures rally after the Federal Reserve moves to lower interest rates by a half-point. Plus, the Pentagon worries Israel is close to launching a ground war in Lebanon. And, the WSJ’s Georgi Kantchev says Vladimir Putin’s attempt to rewire global trade and circumvent sanctions has run into some serious obstacles. Azhar Sukri hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 18. WSJ economics reporter Paul Kiernan discusses the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates 0.5%—its first reduction since 2020. And Hezbollah scrambles after a second wave of deadly attacks with exploding devices across Lebanon. Plus, the Journal’s Kate King on why dollar stores are responding to shrinking sales with new store openings. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 18. Just hours away from the Fed's rate-cut decision, economists and investors remain at odds over how large it will be. Economics editor Paul Hannon explains why central banks around the world are watching closely. Plus, Hezbollah is reeling a day after pagers carried by thousands of its operatives exploded across Lebanon. The WSJ’s Stephen Kalin reports from the ground. And, a European court hands Alphabet’s Google a win over a $1.7 billion antitrust fine. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 17. Lebanon and Hezbollah are blaming Israel as pagers carried by thousands of Hezbollah operatives exploded at about the same time. And a decade after a movement to promote American women to corporate leadership, women are still lagging behind. The Journal’s Vanessa Fuhrmans explains why. Plus, JPMorgan is in talks to take over Apple’s credit-card business. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 17. New details emerge about Ryan Routh’s erratic behavior that set off alarm bells during his years as a pro-Ukraine activist. Plus, senior U.S. officials head to Beijing for high-level meetings. The WSJ’s Jason Douglas says they plan to highlight concerns over a wave of Chinese goods flooding world markets. And, Amazon wants its employees back in the office, full-time. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 16. The Wall Street Journal’s Ryan Barber on why the U.S. Secret Service is rethinking its approach to the presidential candidates’ protection. And the U.S. power grid survived another brutal summer, but just barely. Energy reporter Katherine Blunt on what it needs to keep going. Plus, Boeing freezes hiring, as it buckles in for what could be a costly strike. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 16. Donald Trump is safe after Secret Service agents opened fire on a gunman yesterday at the former president’s West Palm Beach golf club. Plus, the WSJ’s Quentin Webb details a dramatic shift in investor expectations of how big a rate cut the Fed will make this week. And Rupert Murdoch’s children prepare to face off over control of his media empire. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More and more U.S. districts are limiting or banning phone use in schools, including some of the largest districts in the nation. But, should cellphones be banned in schools? And can these bans actually be enforced? WSJ education reporter Sara Randazzo answers your questions on who’s for and who’s against these prohibitions and what we might see in classrooms. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Further Reading Schools Lock Up Cellphones to Keep Students Focused  This School Took Away Smartphones. The Kids Don’t Mind.  Schools Want to Ban Phones. Parents Say No.  A Teacher Did All He Could to Keep Kids Off Phones. He’s Quitting in Frustration.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What warning did JPMorgan give about rate cuts? And why are health insurers taking a hit after the presidential debate? Plus, how much did a big chipmaker rally support stock indexes this week? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 13. The Wall Street Journal’s Nick Timiraos discusses how the Federal Reserve is weighing the numbers ahead of its meeting next week. And the Biden administration takes aim at China-based retailers like Shein and Temu. The Journal’s Richard Vanderford on what the U.S. plans to do. Plus, WSJ Germany bureau chief Bertrand Benoit talks about the painful choice European governments have to make: increase spending on defense without cutting social programs. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 13. Thousands of Boeing machinists have walked off the job after voting to reject a new labor deal, dealing a financial blow to the struggling aerospace giant. Plus, Donald Trump’s allies draw up plans to privatize mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. And, as Russia makes more slow gains on the battlefields of Ukraine, the WSJ’s James Marson reports that Kyiv’s Western partners are pressing it to think about a plan B for the war. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 12. With the Federal Reserve decision on rate cuts coming down next week, investors are switching from hot tech stocks to safer sectors. Wall Street Journal markets reporter Hardika Singh explains why. And wood pellets are big business, but that didn’t save one green energy superstar. The Journal’s Ryan Dezember talks about the rise and fall of Enviva. Plus, Ann-Marie Alcántara reports on why more Gen Z and Millennial workers are finding joy at their office jobs. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 12. The WSJ’s Vicky Ge Huang explains what we know about former President Donald Trump’s backing of World Liberty Financial, and how the crypto industry has shaped this election cycle. Plus, as the European Central Bank prepares to cut interest rates, the WSJ’s Tom Fairless says the focus is shifting from inflation to concerns about whether Europe’s economy can keep apace with the U.S. and China. And, JPMorgan and Bank of America impose limits on young bankers’ hours after an outcry about Wall St reet’s dangerous culture of overwork. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 11. The Wall Street Journal’s Angus Berwick explains how Tether became an important cog in the world economy. And U.S. inflation eased in August to new three-year lows, but core inflation held steady. Journal markets reporter David Uberti on how this could influence the Fed’s interest-rate cut decision. Plus, what Republicans and Democrats are saying after last night’s face-off between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sept. 11. The WSJ’s Catherine Lucey says Democrats are feeling good after last night’s face-off between Vice President Harris and former President Trump. Plus, Mexico approves an overhaul of the judiciary that has rattled investors and raised fears about trade with the U.S. And, Canada considers slapping tariffs on more Chinese imports. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 10. Wall Street Journal reporter Vivian Salama explains what to expect in the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. And U.S. incomes rose for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic. WSJ’s Paul Overberg explains why many Americans might not be feeling richer. Plus, Bank of America invests $205 million in carbon-capture tax credits. The Journal’s Amrith Ramkumar discusses the significance of the deal. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sep. 10. As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump gear up for their first–and only–scheduled debate tonight, the WSJ’s Greg Ip discusses a policy idea that has garnered traction across the aisle–and how it might work in practice. Plus, the EU’s top court upholds rulings ordering Apple and Google to pay billions as the bloc tries to rein in alleged abuses by Big Tech. And, Israel launches a deadly strike in a humanitarian zone in Gaza, saying it’s targeting a Hamas cell. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 9. U.S. officials say that Iraqi banks used a system created by the U.S. to send money to anti-American militia groups. WSJ’s David Cloud explains. And WSJ’s Jess Bravin discusses how emergency appeals seeking to stop EPA rules are flooding the Supreme Court. Plus, mammograms aren’t always enough to catch cancer. The Journal’s Brianna Abbott explains a new FDA rule that can help women. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sep. 9. Lawmakers come back from summer recess and prepare to tackle a deadline to keep the government funded so they can head back on the campaign trail. The WSJ’s Siobhan Hughes previews what’s likely to be a supercharged few weeks. Plus, Apple prepares to unveil its iPhone 16 lineup, hoping new artificial intelligence features boost sales. And fresh data out of China raises the specter of deflation. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a court revived a Civil War-era abortion ban in Arizona, lawmakers quickly moved to repeal it. But the saga has already revealed fractures among Republicans who have struggled to coalesce around how far to push abortion restrictions, while Democrats have had success using the issue to motivate their base and get independent voters to come to their side. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to the battleground state to find out how voters are weighing the issue of abortion as they prepare to head to the polls. Relevant Links:  Why Arizona Will Be Ground Zero for the 2024 Abortion Fight  Arizona Is the Next Abortion Battleground  Arizona Legislature Votes to Repeal State’s Ban on Virtually All Abortions  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s causing Nvidia’s recent decline? And how did a summer tech outage help JetBlue? Plus, why is deal uncertainty weighing on U.S. Steel? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 6. The U.S. economy added 142,000 jobs. Wall Street Journal reporter David Uberti says this doesn’t resolve how much the Fed might cut interest rates at its next meeting. And the U.S. says Iran has sent ballistic missiles to Russia despite stern warnings from the West not to. Plus, Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush money trial has been postponed until after the election. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sep. 6. Vice President Kamala Harris reports raising more than $360 million in August–a haul that top officials say will free her up to campaign. Plus, investors brace for a key jobs report that could influence the size of Fed’s expected interest-rate cut. And WSJ correspondent Jenny Strasburg explains oil giant Chevron's behind-the-scenes efforts to keep pumping oil in Venezuela, even as the U.S. seeks to isolate the country's leader. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 5. Former President Donald Trump announced his economic policy plans, including an idea from Elon Musk. WSJ’s Alex Leary explains how it all fits with Trump’s campaign message. And immigration has changed the labor market. Reporter Paul Kiernan takes us through the data. Plus, Hunter Biden agrees to a surprise guilty plea in his tax case. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sep. 5. Artificial-intelligence startup Anthropic launches an enterprise-grade product, aimed at helping it scale inside companies. The WSJ’s Isabelle Bousquette says it’s a bid to compete in an increasingly crowded–and lucrative–field. Plus, details emerge on the 14-year-old suspect in yesterday’s school shooting in Georgia. And, the U.S. accuses Russia of spending millions on a covert campaign to influence the presidential election. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 4. The battle over President Biden’s regulatory push is in full pitch. Wall Street Journal reporter Dylan Tokar says it will be a while before a winner comes out on top. And reporter Emily Glazer explains why AI risks are keeping corporate board members up at night. Plus, Kamala Harris proposed a more modest capital-gains tax increase, breaking with Biden’s plan from earlier this year. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sep. 4. WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos tells us where investors are looking for clues on where the U.S. economy is headed and discusses Nvidia’s outsize influence on markets after yesterday’s selloff. Plus, the killing of an American-Israeli hostage in Gaza brings a new sense of urgency to U.S. efforts to end the fighting. And, the number of workers employed by startups is sharply lower than before the pandemic. The WSJ’s Ruth Simon tells us what’s changed in the way people start new businesses. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Sept. 3. U.S. stocks decline after new data show signs of weakness in the manufacturing sector. Reporter David Uberti explains the downturn. And dockworkers threaten to strike at East and Gulf Coast ports. Reporter Paul Berger discusses how a strike would affect the U.S. economy. Plus, a former deputy chief of staff for New York Governor Kathy Hochul is charged with being an illegal Chinese agent. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Sep. 3. Locked in a tight race, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump pour time and money into Pennsylvania and Georgia. The WSJ’s Ken Thomas says the two battleground states are crucial to their chances of winning the election in November. Plus, Israel’s political divisions deepen after the killing of six Gaza hostages sets off protests. And, Cathay Pacific cancels flights after discovering engine issues in some of its Airbus planes. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an election unlike any that Americans have seen in generations, with voters having to quickly absorb the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and the sudden rise of Kamala Harris to the top of the Democratic ticket. In this multi-part series, WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to some of the key states that will decide the election, asking voters what they think of the main arguments put forward by Republicans and Democrats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 30. Workers with two jobs say there aren’t enough hours in the day to stay afloat. Joe Barrett explains. And Sune Rasmussen discusses how drug-related violence is a growing threat in Western Europe. Plus, Goldman Sachs is set to lay off more than 1,300 employees. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 30. Kamala Harris says her “values have not changed” on key issues as she sits down for the first major television interview of their 2024 campaign. Plus, Donald Trump gives mixed signals on an abortion ballot measure in Florida. And, as demand for fully electric vehicles proves softer than carmakers had hoped, plug-in hybrids start to gain ground. The WSJ’s Christopher Otts explains what’s behind their newfound popularity. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 29. Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump 48% to 47% in the latest WSJ poll. And Apple and Nvidia are in talks to invest in OpenAI. Plus, an American F-16 jet fighter crashed in Ukraine on Monday, killing the pilot. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 29. After Nvidia’s earnings fail to live up to the hype, HSBC analyst Frank Lee says the company’s growth potential remains strong—though he sees room for rival AMD to become a distant second. Plus, Brazil’s Supreme Court threatens to ban X. And, bosses find ways to pay workers less as the job market softens. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 28. The AI chip maker’s profit more than doubled amid jitters over the sector’s staying power. And the Treasury Department puts in place new rules to combat money laundering in real estate and investments. Reporter Dylan Tokar tells us how this will impact those industries. Plus, U.S. missile silos need an update but there is growing concern about how much it will cost and how it will impact rural communities. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 28. Six years before Pavel Durov landed in a French holding cell, Telegram’s antiestablishment CEO was in a very different position in France: having lunch with President Emmanuel Macron. The WSJ’s Matthew Dalton tells us about Durov’s complex history with governments. Plus, Ukraine deploys U.S.-made F-16 jet fighters, but says they’re not enough to counter Russia. And, General Motors delays plans for a battery factory in Indiana, its latest in a series of EV pullbacks. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 27. The U.S. presidential election could bring a change to the corporate tax rate, as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump signal their tax proposals. Reporter Jennifer Williams explains how finance chiefs are trying to figure out their investment and growth plans. Meanwhile, companies looking to make their stock-market debuts are facing a critical decision: whether or not to hold off until 2025. WSJ IPO reporter Corrie Driebusch explains. Plus, Eli Lilly is offering a new way for patients to take its popular new weight-loss drug Zepbound. Reporter Peter Loftus has more. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 27. Hydrogen and biofuel projects promising to wean large parts of the economy off oil and gas have sputtered. Journal Climate Finance Reporter Amrith Ramkumar says that’s threatening global climate goals. Plus, how Chinese AI developers are skirting U.S. restrictions to access Nvidia’s advanced chips. And, Mark Zuckerberg says the Biden administration was wrong to pressure Facebook to censor Covid-related content during the pandemic. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 26. Wall Street’s biggest leaders tend to avoid wading directly into presidential elections, finding other ways to wield influence in politics. WSJ senior writer Justin Baer explains why. Plus, hundreds of hospitals are pushing a new service: treating patients at home. Hospitals reporter Melanie Evans has more. And, Red Lobster has a new CEO pick as a group of lenders try to turn the bankrupt seafood chain around. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 26. After a weekend of exchanging heavy fire, Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah signal a desire to avoid a wider military conflict. The WSJ’s Dov Lieber says risks remain. Plus, France detains the Russian-born CEO and founder of the Telegram messaging app, fanning tensions with Moscow. And, NASA taps SpaceX to bring two astronauts home in a blow to Boeing’s Starliner. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More extreme weather events are affecting everything from power grids to insurance. But how are individuals and companies reacting to these changes? WSJ science reporter Eric Niiler explains why we are seeing increasingly intense weather events and Journal climate finance reporter Amrith Ramkumar answers your questions on how the public and private sectors are responding. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Further Reading The Science Behind Why the World Is Getting Wetter  Why Beryl Is the Strongest Hurricane to Form This Early NOAA Predicts the Most Hurricanes That It Has Ever Forecast  Why Can’t Houston Keep the Power On?  Climate Cash Pivots to New Reality of a Hotter, Wetter Planet The Rush to Shore Up the Power Grid Against Hurricanes, Heat and Hail   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did stocks react to the latest comments from Jerome Powell? And how did Target get shoppers to stores more? Plus, why did investors worry about money manager Franklin Templeton? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 23. U.S. stocks rally after Powell’s speech at the first day of the Federal Reserve’s annual meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. And Vice-President Kamala Harris’s crusade against price gouging is galvanizing the Democratic base. WSJ economics reporter Jeanne Whalen explains what Harris could do if she wins the White House in November. Plus, the U.S. Justice Department and eight states are suing a real-estate software firm for allegedly helping landlords illegally coordinate rent prices. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 23. Kamala Harris formally accepts the Democratic nomination for president. The WSJ’s Natalie Andrews and Andrew Restuccia join Luke Vargas at the convention in Chicago to discuss how she presented herself and what it will take for her policy pledges to become reality. Plus, why Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s expected exit from the race could be a boon for Donald Trump. And, another senior executive exits Tesla. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 22. Ahead of the Democratic National Convention’s last night, a look at the mood among political leaders and donors. Plus, an analysis of climate policies across the world suggests only a small fraction of them work. And U.S. home sales edged up in July, with prices still near their highest level. Luke Vargas hosts from the floor of the Democratic convention. Danny Lewis hosts from New York City. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 22. Minnesota’s Tim Walz accepts the Democratic nomination for Vice President. Our Luke Vargas reports from the Democratic convention and asks WSJ reporter Annie Linskey about how both parties are aiming to use Walz’s political record on the campaign trail. Plus, a rail stoppage in Canada threatens to halt hundreds of millions of dollars in daily cross-border trade and snarl supply chains. And, Edgar Bronfman Jr. raises his bid for Paramount’s parent company. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 21. Minutes from the Federal Reserve’s July meeting show several officials saw a case to cut rates last month, with an overwhelming majority ready to reduce interest rates in September. And Ford has canceled its plans for an electric SUV and will build a hybrid gas-electric model instead. Plus, Democrats try to transform immigration from a political liability to a winning issue. Luke Vargas hosts from the floor of the Democratic convention in Chicago. Danny Lewis hosts from New York City. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 21. Former President Barack Obama makes the case for electing Harris during the second night of the Democratic convention. Our Luke Vargas reports on the Harris campaign’s efforts to make inroads with different voter groups, and WSJ editor Aaron Zitner breaks down the latest polls. Plus, a judge strikes down the Federal Trade Commission’s landmark ban on noncompete agreements. And, Russia’s inability to push Ukraine out of its territory shines a light on its massive war losses. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 20. As progressive leaders line up behind Kamala Harris, their supporters could cause headaches for Democrats. And how $13 billion in loans to help Elon Musk buy Twitter became the worst deal for several banks since the 2008-09 financial crisis. Plus, Italian officials say three top figures from tech, banking and law are presumed dead along with members of their families after a luxury yacht sank in Italy on Monday. Luke Vargas hosts from the floor of the Democratic convention. Danny Lewis hosts from New York City. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 20. President Biden rallies support for Vice President Kamala Harris in Chicago, and several union leaders take the stage. Our Luke Vargas reports from the convention and asks the WSJ’s Sabrina Siddiqui about Democrats’ efforts to recapture the working-class vote. Plus, Israel recovers the bodies of six Gaza hostages. And, Edgar Bronfman Jr. makes a $4.3 billion bid for National Amusements and a stake in Paramount. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 19. The Democratic National Convention starts, with Kamala Harris now at the top of the ticket. WSJ politics editor Ben Pershing previews the week ahead in Chicago. And U.S. companies struggling to repay their debt are squeezing concessions out of lenders by pitting them against each other. Reporter Matt Wirz explains. Luke Vargas hosts from the floor of the Democratic convention. Danny Lewis hosts from New York City. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 19. People aren’t just waiting longer to have babies and having fewer of them–they’re less likely to have any at all. The WSJ’s Rachel Wolfe explains how attitudes toward parenthood are changing. Plus, AMD strikes a deal for AI equipment maker ZT Systems as it looks to mount a challenge against Nvidia. And, the women’s Tour de France gets a dramatic finish. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inflation may be coming down, but when will prices –from items in our grocery carts to insurance premiums– stop climbing so fast? And when will wages catch up to make the cost increases of recent years stop hurting so much? WSJ economics reporter Harriet Torry and WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip answer your questions about how economic data and Americans’ everyday experience don’t seem to match—and what can be done about it. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Why Inflation Might Not Win the Election for Trump  Why the Fed Should Cut Rates Now—Not Wait Until September  This Doesn’t Look Like Recession. Here’s How One Could Happen.  Economic Growth Quickens, Rising at 2.8% Rate in Second Quarter  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Why did markets have their best week of the year? And how did investors react to new CEOs at Starbucks and Victoria’s Secret? Plus, how did Donald Trump’s tweets affect Trump Media & Technology? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 16. The Democratic nominee pushed for more construction and tax incentives—and criticized Trump’s tariff proposals in a speech in North Carolina. White House reporter Tarini Parti discusses Harris’s policy plans. And Heard on the Street columnist Telis Demos explains why a new KeyCorp deal could be a model for U.S. regional banks. Plus, Cybertruck buyers get an unwelcome surprise with their new car. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 16. The Democratic nominee pushed for more construction and tax incentives—and criticized Trump’s tariff proposals in a speech in North Carolina. White House reporter Tarini Parti discusses Harris’s policy plans. And Heard on the Street columnist Telis Demos explains why a new KeyCorp deal could be a model for U.S. regional banks. Plus, Cybertruck buyers get an unwelcome surprise with their new car. Tracie Hunte hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 16. Vice President Kamala Harris plans to call for the construction of 3 million new housing units and new tax incentives to build homes for first-time buyers when she outlines her emerging economic agenda today. Plus, colleges rewrite their campus rules in a bid to outmaneuver protesters. And, the WSJ’s Elizabeth Findell tells us lower taxes and more affordable housing are luring financial firms to Texas’ Y’all Street. Kate Bullivant hosts. Correction: The airport servicing Dallas was the second-largest in the U.S. in terms of passenger traffic in 2022, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. An earlier version of this episode incorrectly said the airport was the country’s biggest. (Corrected on Aug. 16)  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 15. WSJ reporter Theo Francis explains how the opposition to diversity, equity and inclusion policies is now entering uncharted legal terrain in a challenge to the Cleveland Clinic and programs aimed at Black and Latino patients. And retail sales jumped in July, but there are still plenty of signs that consumers are spending differently; WSJ retail reporter Sarah Nassauer explains. Plus, WSJ reporter Jared Hopkins says Medicare has negotiated lower prices for prescription drugs for the first time. Chip Cutter hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 15. WSJ correspondent Bojan Pancevski explains how a group of Ukrainians pulled off one of the most audacious acts of sabotage in modern history with their 2022 attack on natural-gas pipelines carrying Russian gas to Europe. Plus, Gaza ceasefire talks resume without Hamas at the table. And Columbia University President Minouche Shafik becomes the fifth Ivy League leader to resign over the past year. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 14. There is an escalating fight for shelf space at U.S. grocery stores. WSJ reporter Jennifer Williams breaks down what food makers and others are doing to secure prime, eye-level spots. Meanwhile, inflation moderated last month, setting up the Federal Reserve for a rate cut next month. WSJ markets reporter Sam Goldfarb joins. Plus, one of the hottest jobs in tech pays six figures—and doesn’t require a college degree. WSJ workplace reporter Te-Ping Chen explains. Chip Cutter hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 14. The WSJ’s Isabel Coles, reporting from near Ukraine’s frontline, says Kyiv’s calculation to push further into Russia’s Kursk region might be paying off, as Moscow begins to divert forces fighting in Ukraine. Plus, activist Elliott Investment Management says it plans to launch a proxy fight at Southwest Airlines. And WSJ Africa bureau chief Gabriele Steinhauser details the human cost of a largely forgotten war in Sudan. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 13. As the 2024 presidential election draws closer some business leaders are apprehensive about former President Donald Trump but say Vice President Kamala Harris isn’t necessarily a better alternative. WSJ financial reporter Miriam Gottfried has more. And Starbucks serves up a new CEO. The company’s pick: the top boss at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Plus, the U.S. lifts its restrictions on weapons sales to Saudi Arabia. National security correspondent Nancy A. Youssef explains. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 13. WSJ correspondent Michael Phillips details how Islamic State is trying to take advantage of chaos in the Middle East to prepare to resurrect its dream of ruling an Islamic caliphate. Plus, the FBI admits it has been investigating suspected Iranian attempts to hack people linked to both the Trump and Biden-Harris campaigns. And Donald Trump marks his return to X in a freewheeling conversation with Elon Musk. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 12. The rapid decline of several popular trades and the heavy use of leverage sparked last week’s markets meltdown. WSJ special writer Gregory Zuckerman breaks down how borrowed money and risky bets set off a stock-market roller coaster. And Heard on the Street columnist Jinjoo Lee explains why the AI boom could cause a hike in Americans’ power bills. Plus, Israel puts its military on high-alert on the possibility of an attack by Iran and Hezbollah. Francesca Fontana hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Aug. 12. Ukrainian forces have quickly captured territory in Russia’s Kursk province, even as they remain outgunned and outnumbered in most places. Plus, the Trump campaign blames Iran for an alleged hack of its internal communications. And WSJ immigration reporter Michelle Hackman explains how the U.S. and Mexico drove down illegal border crossings in an election year, even if recent progress may be hard to maintain. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How realistic is the post-pandemic dream of working from anywhere? While more workers have enjoyed the digital nomad lifestyle–where they not only get to work from home but from anywhere in the world–since the pandemic, the introduction of stricter rules is now complicating the picture. KPMG director and global mobility policy expert Daida Hadzic and WSJ career columnist Callum Borchers answer your questions on the regulations governments and employers are introducing, and how to navigate them. Further Reading Work From Anywhere! (Well, Not Really)  The Disconnect Between Remote Workers and Their Companies Is Getting Bigger  Remote Workers Are Losing Out on Promotions, New Data Shows  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happened to Apple stock after Warren Buffett sold it? And why wasn’t Airbnb fully booked? Plus, who’s winning the weight-loss drug race? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 9. As the U.S. teeters between a soft landing and recession, WSJ economy reporter Jon Kamp says the uncertainty is weighing on consumers and businesses of all sizes as they seek to plan their spending. And U.S. intelligence agencies say Iranian research has put the country in a better position to launch a nuclear-weapons program—though it has yet to do so. Plus, why a few presidential candidates are boosting the idea of a U.S. bitcoin reserve. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 9. Former President Donald Trump says presidents should have a say over how the Federal Reserve sets interest rates. WSJ editor Alex Frangos says those plans would blunt the central bank’s ability to fight inflation with often unpopular rate increases. Plus, Iran and its allies weigh how to strike back at Israel without igniting an all-out war. And, how the U.K. tackled anti-immigration riots and averted a night of far-right violence. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 8. The U.S. has warned Iran that it could suffer a devastating blow if it were to mount a major attack against Israel. And banking reporter Gina Heeb says a newly declining mortgage rate could provide some relief in the U.S. housing market. Plus, the U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority is seeking to establish whether Amazon’s investment in AI company Anthropic should be considered a de facto merger that might stifle competition. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 8. NASA confirms it’s considering using Elon Musk’s space company to bring two astronauts back from the International Space Station. The WSJ’s Micah Maidenberg says that would be a tough blow for Boeing, whose Starliner craft has run into issues. Plus, three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna are canceled after an alleged terrorist plot. And, energy and AI investments power Europe’s venture sector. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 7. WSJ exclusively reports that regulators are investigating how banks respond when customers dispute transactions made through Zelle. Banking reporter Andrew Ackerman has more. And Disney’s streaming and movie businesses are attracting consumers, unlike its theme parks. Heard on the Street tech columnist Dan Gallagher discusses the entertainment giant’s latest quarterly results. Plus, is it possible to drink too much water? Health and science reporter Jennifer Calfas explains the dangers of water intoxication. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 7. Elon Musk has been making a number of pronouncements on social and political issues recently. We ask WSJ columnist Tim Higgins, who covers the billionaire, how that’s playing out for his businesses. Plus, progressive Democrat Cori Bush loses her Missouri primary . And, the Bank of Japan walks back talk of rate increases, helping stocks recover after Monday’s selloff. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 6. Presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris taps Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate in the 2024 presidential election. WSJ reporter Ken Thomas breaks down his political record. And markets stabilized after Monday’s losses, but investors remain braced for more turbulence. Plus, reporter Annie Linskey explains how weakness in the U.S. economy could weigh on the Harris campaign. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 6. U.S. stock futures rise and Japan’s Nikkei has climbs 10% after yesterday’s market freak-out. WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains how Monday’s rout may have been exaggerated by trend chasers. Plus, WSJ tech reporter Sam Schechner looks at how Google's antitrust loss could reshape the search industry. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 5. The Dow sank more than 1,000 points after fears of a slowing U.S. economy sparked a global stock sell-off. The question on investors’ minds: Did the Federal Reserve wait too long to cut interest rates? Chief economics commentator Greg Ip has more. Plus, Alphabet’s Google loses its federal antitrust case. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 5. Japan’s Nikkei suffers a dramatic fall and U.S. stock futures drop as concerns about a slowing U.S. economy mount and popular trades continue to unravel. Plus, Mars eyes a multibillion-dollar snack deal. And, Journal Heard on the Street Columnist Jinjoo Lee discusses whether Donald Trump would really be better than Kamala Harris for oil and gas investors. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and 15 other prisoners were released from Russia and Belarus last week in the most complex prisoner swap since the Cold War. The exchange is being heralded as a triumph of international cooperation, but it is also painting a stark picture of Russia’s willingness to detain innocent Westerners to use as bargaining chips. WSJ’s Paul Beckett and Bojan Pancevski explain how autocrats are using hostage-taking to send a message, and the tactics some countries are considering as a means to stop it. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Further Reading: Autocrats Wield Hostage-Taking as Potent Weapon Against West  The Dark Figure at the Center of Putin’s Prisoner-Swap Demands  How Germany Enabled a Historic Hostage Swap With Russia  Putin Rolls Out Red Carpet for Hackers, Smugglers and Spies Released in Prisoner Swap   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How is Meta’s advertising business doing? And is Moderna in trouble after the end of the pandemic? Plus, why did Intel’s stock short-circuit? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 2. The U.S. is still adding jobs, but no longer at a red-hot pace. That sent markets into a tailspin, and economics reporter Justin Lahart says an interest rate cut in September now looks all but guaranteed in order to steer clear of recession. And WSJ reporter Collin Eaton tells us why Chevron plans to move its global headquarters from Texas to California. Plus, freed Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich speaks to the plight of political prisoners still detained in Russia. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 2. Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and two other U.S. citizens reunite with their families after the most complex prisoner swap with Russia since the Cold War. Plus, WSJ columnist Dan Gallagher unpacks a bumper week of tech earnings. And, the U.S. recognizes Edmundo González as the winner of Venezuela’s disputed presidential election, diailing up pressure on strongman President Nicolás Maduro to step down. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Aug. 1. Russia freed the wrongly-convicted journalist as part of the biggest and most complex East-West prisoner swap since the Cold War. WSJ’s Paul Beckett and White House reporter Catherine Lucey talk about what went into the sweeping deal. Plus, food companies have been raising prices for years. WSJ food reporter Jesse Newman says American consumers may be reaching their limits. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for August 1. Israel’s military determines it killed Mohammed Deif in an airstrike last month, the most senior Hamas military leader it has eliminated in more than nine months of fighting in Gaza. Plus, Trump’s allies launch a $20 million push to reach young male voters. And, the WSJ’s Liza Lin explains how Huawei came back stronger after Washington blacklisted it—and why we could see more unintended consequences from U.S. bans. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 31. Former President Donald Trump attacked Vice President Kamala Harris over her race during his appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists’ annual convention in Chicago. WSJ elections editor Kimberly Johnson discusses what it was like in the room during Trump’s Q&A. And the Federal Reserve holds rates steady, but moves closer to a possible September rate cut. Reporter Paul Kiernan has more. Plus, workplace reporter Ray Smith explains why young professionals are launching their careers in some smaller U.S. Southern cities. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 31. Ismail Haniyeh’s targeted killing in Tehran marks the highest-ranking death of a Hamas political official since the Gaza war began, and comes just hours after an Israeli strike killed a top Hezbollah commander in Lebanon. The WSJ’s Jared Malsin says the two attacks significantly raise the risk of an escalation. Plus, WSJ editor Alex Frangos unpacks a busy day for markets, featuring central-bank rate decisions in Japan and the U.S. and moves in chip stocks. And, how a protracted strike at Samsung raises the specter of labor showdowns across the semiconductor sector. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 30. For big companies, corporate felony convictions aren’t the black mark that they used to be. WSJ reporter Dave Michaels explains how many big businesses plead guilty to crimes and emerge unscathed. And Tesla recalls more than 1.8 million vehicles in the U.S. Plus, Israel launches a strike in Beirut targeting a Hezbollah commander, after Saturday’s deadly attack in the Golan Heights. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 30. Federal Reserve officials are kicking off their latest rate-setting meeting today against the backdrop of a weakening labor market that’s strengthening the case for future rate cuts. Plus, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro cuts ties with Latin American countries raising concerns about fraud in last weekend’s elections. And WSJ foreign correspondent Stephen Kalin describes how Palestinian exile Mohammed Dahlan has emerged as a potential postwar leader for Gaza. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 29. The political divide is deepening between U.S. men and women under 30 years old, according to WSJ polls. Political reporter Andrew Restuccia explains what is driving the gender gap. And American factories are losing steam, as manufacturers struggle with falling demand and rising inventories. Manufacturing reporter Bob Tita has more. Plus, U.S. generic drugmakers are struggling. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 29. Strongman Nicolás Maduro declares victory in Venezuela’s presidential election, an unlikely result disputed by the country’s opposition. Plus, President Biden prepares to call for Supreme Court reforms, including a motion to overturn a ruling on presidential immunity. And, with wildfires blazing across parts of North America, the WSJ’s Vipal Monga says Canada’s efforts to pursue ambitious climate goals while still being home to a massive oil industry have turned into a political quagmire for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to the Treasury Department the U.S. national debt is approaching $35 trillion dollars. But what does that mean for the country and for its people? WSJ’s former executive Washington editor, Jerry Seib joins us to help answer your questions on the U.S. national debt. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Further Reading: Will Debt Sink the American Empire? Rising Government Debt Threatens Financial Stability, Inflation, BIS Says How Wall Street Keeps Absorbing America’s Borrowing Binge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What made the Magnificent Seven so miserable? And why did Spotify’s latest earnings call please investors? Plus, how UPS failed to deliver. Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 26. A new Wall Street Journal poll finds Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are virtually tied after President Biden stepped out of the race. WSJ editor Aaron Zitner breaks down the results. And WSJ columnist Spencer Jakab warns that junk stocks could be dragging down the returns of our stock index funds. Plus, new U.S. inflation data keep the door open for an interest rate cut in September. Jennifer Maloney hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 26. Fires set around France’s rail network have brought service on several high-speed lines to a halt on the day of the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics. WSJ reporter Matthew Dalton says the disruptions could drag on for days. Plus, former President Barack Obama endorses Kamala Harris’s presidential bid. And U.S. authorities arrest a Mexican drug kingpin after he was tricked into flying to Texas. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 25. Tesla's profits could have been worse if not for government programs. WSJ’s Tim Higgins explains why. And the U.S. economy continues to grow at a stronger pace than expected. Plus, Uber and Lyft win a California ruling to treat drivers as independent contractors. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 25. Middle-class Chinese consumers are reining in their spending amid broader economic malaise in the country. WSJ luxury goods reporter Nick Kostov says that’s denting earnings across luxury-goods brands, but that the industry is doubling down on its efforts to attract customers there. Plus, President Biden signals he has more work to do despite ending his reelection bid. And the NBA inks landmark TV and streaming deals. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 24. The Magnificent Seven looked more like the Miserable Seven, as the exclusive group of tech stocks dragged down the U.S. market. Markets reporter David Uberti explains what is behind the sell-off. And what could a Kamala Harris presidency mean for the U.S. economy? Tax policy reporter Richard Rubin has more. Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tackles a tricky balancing act: appealing to Democrats without alienating Donald Trump. National security reporter Lara Seligman discusses his appearance before Congress. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 24. Shares in Tesla slide in off-hours trading after its earnings miss expectations amid a tough market for EVs. WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Stephen Wilmot breaks down the results. Plus, the Department of Transportation probes Delta Air Lines’ tech-induced meltdown as cancellations drag on. And, a House investigation finds that the drug middlemen that promise to control costs instead steer patients toward pricier medicines. The WSJ’s Liz Essley White has the story. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 23. The office market in Washington D.C. is in trouble, facing rising foreclosures, plunging values and record vacancies. Reporter Peter Grant explains how the outcome of the 2024 presidential election could affect its fortunes. And Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigns after backlash over the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman has more. Plus, Vice President Kamala Harris makes her presidential campaign trail debut. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 23. Vice President Kamala Harris secures the pledged support of a majority of delegates to the Democratic National Convention, and her campaign appears to energize organized labor and big donors. Plus, Google’s talks to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $23 billion fall apart. And, more American women are working than ever, but as WSJ economics reporter Rachel Wolfe explains, many say that’s left them with two full-time jobs: managing their households and their careers. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 22. Kamala Harris is the likely Democratic presidential nominee after President Biden dropped his re-election bid, bringing her policymaking record into the spotlight. White House reporter Tarini Parti has more. And Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle draws the ire of lawmakers during her testimony on the near assassination of former President Donald Trump. Plus, why has the stock market turned upside down? Reporter Karen Langley explains the rotation lifting small caps and weighing on tech giants. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 22. After President Biden bows out of the presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris gathers support to be the Democrats’ nominee. WSJ editor Aaron Zitner breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of her candidacy, and how the Republican campaign is adjusting course. Plus, lawmakers prepare to grill Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle about the security failures during the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. And, flight cancellations and delays continue to plague travelers after Friday’s tech meltdown. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Edition for July 21. President Biden has ended his 2024 re-election campaign after failing to quell a Democratic rebellion against his candidacy. Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to take over at the top of the ticket. Harris said she will fight to earn the nomination. We discuss where this extraordinary moment leaves the race with WSJ’s Molly Ball and Ken Thomas. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The summer Olympics kick off this week in Paris. It’s a major event for international sports, but it’s also a major economic event. From broadcast rights and budgets running in the billions to sponsorships and tourism booms, who – other than the athletes – stands to win big from the Olympic Games? Senior sports reporter Rachel Bachman answers your questions on the economics of the Olympics. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Further Reading Can Paris Save the Olympics?  How Do the Olympics Make Money? The Olympics Business Model, Explained  The Newest Event at the 2024 Olympics: Luxury  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the markets react to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump? And why did big chip stocks slip? Plus, why is Domino’s Pizza cutting back on new stores? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 19. Evan Gershkovich, the WSJ reporter wrongfully convicted of espionage, was sentenced to 16 years in a Russian prison. Georgi Kantchev discusses the verdict in a secret trial the U.S. has condemned as a sham. And calls grow for President Biden to step aside. Plus, WSJ’s Andrew Restuccia previews what a second Trump presidency, emboldened by allies, could bring. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 19. A tech outage sweeps around the globe, knocking out operations for banks, media companies and emergency services and causing flights to be grounded. Plus, Donald Trump accepts the Republican presidential nomination, calling for unity in his speech—but also reverting to familiar attacks, says the WSJ’s Washington editor Damian Paletta. And, Houthi militants in Yemen claim responsibility for an overnight blast in Tel Aviv. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 18. The mood among Republicans is ebullient as Donald Trump prepares to address the party’s convention in Milwaukee. WSJ’s Luke Vargas reports on what Republicans hope to hear from the former president. And markets reporter Sam Goldfarb breaks down the latest predictions from economists on where inflation and interest rates are headed. Plus, Amrith Ramkumar explains Wall Street’s quest to cash in on America’s battery storage boom. Chip Cutter hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 18. WSJ editor Aaron Zitner says Donald Trump’s running mate is connecting some of the economic grievance that drove the Republicans’ 2016 campaign to more recent discontent, and WSJ reporter Vivian Salama says his stance on Ukraine is fueling unease in Europe. Plus, Goldman Sachs opens up an investment strategy once reserved for the wealthy. And, Bud Light slips to the No.3 spot more than a year after a boycott turned the U.S. beer industry upside down. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 17. Republicans are moving away from abortion politics. WSJ’s Luke Vargas reports from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on what is behind the shift. And Democratic leaders push to delay President Biden’s nomination as more lawmakers call on him to step aside. Plus, WSJ’s Arian Campo-Flores explains why aging migrants in the U.S. are paying taxes but not receiving retirement benefits. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 17. Donald Trump’s fiercest rival in the primaries endorses him, and WSJ’s Ben Pershing says Haley’s appeal among suburban women could give Trump a boost in the race for the White House. Plus, we’ll look at Republicans’ efforts to make inroads with various groups, and President Biden’s plans to court progressives. And, Elon Musk says he is moving the headquarters of X and SpaceX to Texas from California. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 16. What this year’s Republican National Convention in Milwaukee means for locals—and for the swing state of Wisconsin. Our Luke Vargas reports from the RNC. And why are big banks paying more to keep brokerage customers’ cash? Heard on the Street writer Telis Demos explains. Plus, Sen. Bob Menendez is found guilty of bribery. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 16th. Elon Musk has said he plans to commit around $45 million a month to America PAC, a group backing former President Donald Trump’s presidential run. The WSJ’s Dana Mattioli has the scoop. Plus, our team in Milwaukee recaps an eventful day at the Republican National Convention and speaks to Sen. Ron Johnson (R., Wisc.) about tariffs and the economy. And, data from Disney’s internal Slack workplace collaboration system are leaked following a hack. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 15. Donald Trump officially secured the presidential nomination at the Republican National Convention, with Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate. WSJ politics editor Ben Pershing discusses Vance’s selection. And the Secret Service is under the microscope after the near-assassination of the former president. Reporter Ryan Barber explains what went wrong during Trump’s rally. Plus, Goldman Sachs posts double-digit gains in investment banking revenue. Banking reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis has more. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 15th. Leaders in the U.S. call for unity after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. WSJ national political reporter Vivian Salama discusses how this historic event will affect this year’s presidential election, and what to expect from this week’s Republican National Convention. Plus, Google closes in on a deal to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz. And, China’s economy slows sharply. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an election season like no other, how is The Wall Street Journal approaching its coverage of political races? WSJ Editor in Chief Emma Tucker answers your questions on how the Journal reports on politics, from polling to deepfakes, from fact-checking to retaining readers’ and listeners’ trust. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading: Behind Closed Doors, Biden Shows Signs of Slipping  Trump’s Debate Performance Marked by Familiar Theme: Falsehoods  The Deepfake Election Has Arrived  New Era of AI Deepfakes Complicates 2024 Elections  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Edition for July 14. Former President Donald Trump was wounded at a Pennsylvania rally in an incident being investigated as an assassination attempt. White House reporter Ken Thomas reports from the scene of the shooting, and WSJ reporter and editor Aaron Zitner discusses what it could mean for U.S. politics. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How are the big U.S. banks dealing with higher interest rates? And why did Delta Air Lines lead other airlines’ stocks lower? Plus, how did glass-maker Corning become part of the AI trade? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 12. Republicans are united behind former President Donald Trump. But WSJ’s chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses fissures within the party over economic policy ahead of the RNC in Milwaukee. And Heard on the Street columnist Telis Demos explains why big banks are still feeling the pressure of high rates. Plus, AT&T says a hacker stole the data of nearly all its wireless customers. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 12th. NATO vows to give Ukraine full membership to the alliance, but as WSJ senior political correspondent Molly Ball reports, all eyes were on President Biden’s performance. Plus, the Journal’s Ben Dummett says economists in a WSJ poll believe inflation would be worse under Trump than Biden. And Journal Heard on the Street editor Stephen Wilmot explains why China is pulling ahead in the quest for fully autonomous cars. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 11. An opaque picture of President Biden’s health has emerged since his disastrous debate performance last month. The Wall Street Journal’s Rebecca Ballhaus reports on the shifting accounts about Biden’s medical care and the president’s own refusal to undergo more testing. And U.S. inflation eased substantially in June, clearing a path for the Fed to cut rates by the end of the summer. Plus, everyday investors are pouring billions into low-rated corporate loans. Markets reporter Vicky Huang says there are risks involved. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 11th. Democratic Senator Peter Welch of Vermont is the latest party heavyweight to call for Biden to step down from the race. Plus, F-16 fighter jets arrive in Ukraine and WSJ chief foreign-affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov reports that many advanced U.S. weapons systems, previously supplied to Ukraine are no longer effective. And WSJ deputy finance editor Quentin Webb on the fraud conviction of Archegos founder Bill Hwang. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 10. Companies have spent heavily on AI. WSJ’s Isabelle Bousquette reports on how some are now looking for a return on that investment. And former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggests President Biden’s future as the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee is still an open question. Plus, the FTC plans to sue drug managers over insulin prices. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 10th. Under antitrust scrutiny on both sides of the Atlantic, Microsoft says it’s stepping away from its observer role on OpenAI’s board that was part of a larger tie-up between the firms. Plus, senior U.S. intelligence officials say Moscow has launched a ‘whole of government’ effort to influence the presidential election. And WSJ markets reporter Hardika Singh and finance editor Alex Frangos unpack investor sentiment heading into earnings season after Jerome Powell inched the Federal Reserve closer to cutting rates. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 9. Why did President Biden’s disastrous debate performance take many Democrats by surprise? Political reporter Andrew Restuccia explains the ways senior White House advisers tried to protect Biden’s image over the past year, as Democrats’ efforts to push the president off the ballot lose steam. Plus, a report from the Federal Trade Commission finds that pharmacy-benefit managers are raising costs, not easing them. Reporter Liz Essley Whyte explains. And the Federal Reserve’s Jerome Powell says his focus is shifting to the timing of interest-rate cuts. Francesca Fontana hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 9th. As the White House kicks off a three-day NATO summit in Washington today, an event it once hoped would showcase President Biden’s leadership has now become a test of his fitness to serve for a second term. Plus, WSJ reporter Matthew Dalton explains how a European rocket launch today will test efforts to reduce its reliance on Elon Musk’s SpaceX. And Athletic Brewing taps into America’s growing thirst for non-alcoholic beer. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 8. A new Wall Street Journal investigation shows how questionable diagnoses triggered extra Medicare Advantage payments. Reporter Christopher Weaver unpacks WSJ’s analysis. And U.S. juries are going “nuclear” on corporations, imposing hefty verdicts on businesses more frequently. Corporate risk reporter Richard Vanderford explains. Plus, President Biden says he is not stepping aside as the Democratic candidate. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 8th. A coalition of leftist parties in France have won the most seats in parliament in a shock result that will likely block Marine Le Pen’s National Rally from power. The Journal’s Noemie Bisserbe explains how the stunning result came about and the challenges facing a new coalition government. Plus, Boeing agrees to plead guilty to misleading air-safety regulators. And, Texas braces as Hurricane Beryl makes landfall. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ’s free Whats News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 5. A Wall Street Journal poll following last week’s disastrous debate finds President Biden is losing support among key groups of voters. WSJ reporter and editor Aaron Zitner unpacks the data. And Wall Street Journal economics reporter Justin Lahart explains how new U.S. jobs numbers support the case for a September rate cut by the Fed. Plus, Chase Bank warns customers to prepare to pay for certain banking services if Washington enacts new rules. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 5th. After shedding its more radical policies and members, Britain’s Labour Party hands the ruling Conservatives the worst defeat in the party’s 190-year history. The Journal’s Max Colchester explains how Keir Starmer led Labour to victory on a pledge to end political chaos. Plus, Chinese authorities move to crack down on chemical producers that have helped fuel the U.S. opioid crisis. And the Biden campaign hopes an advertising blitz and visits to key battleground states will help boost the president’s re-election bid. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 3. A new Wall Street Journal poll finds Donald Trump has opened a 6-point lead over President Biden among U.S. voters, with 80% saying that the president is too old to run for a second term. And WSJ markets reporter Sam Goldfarb digs into how the fiscal implications of a potential Republican sweep in November have sent the U.S. bond market reeling. Plus, Heard on the Street columnist Stephen Wilmot on why new car sales in the U.S. are stuck in middle gear. Jennifer Maloney hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 3rd. Democratic lawmakers have begun to publicly air their concerns about Biden’s re-election bid. Plus, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cites progress on inflation, signaling a possible cut in interest rates. And WSJ foreign correspondent Stephen Kalin describes how lawlessness in Gaza is leading to further suffering in the territory and adding to concerns about its long-term governance. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Correction: A study linking Covid-19 to other health problems was published in Nature Medicine. An earlier version of this podcast said it was conducted by Nature Medicine. (Corrected on July 3) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 2. Fast-food chains are going to battle over value meals. WSJ’s restaurants reporter Heather Haddon reports on the strategy to lure back customers. And Tesla’s shares jumped as Q2 deliveries slid, but not as much as feared. Plus, former President Donald Trump’s hush-money sentencing has been delayed as the judge weighs the Supreme Court’s immunity ruling. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 2nd. NATO plans to establish a new post in Kyiv as part of an effort to safeguard support for the country in the coming years. Plus, raids in Italy find luxury handbags being made by exploited workers. And Journal reporter Tom Fairless explains how American tourists are fuelling an economic boom in countries like Portugal and Greece. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for July 1. The U.S. Supreme Court says Donald Trump has immunity from some prosecution. WSJ’s Jess Bravin dissects the ruling. And national politics reporter Vivian Salama discusses the potential impact on the 2024 presidential race. Plus, Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains why French markets seem to embrace political uncertainty following the first round of legislative elections. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for July 1. Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party scores a victory in French parliamentary elections. Paris-based reporter Noemie Bisserbe discusses France’s unprecedented political moment. Plus, Boeing reaches a deal to buy its troubled 737 MAX parts maker Spirit AeroSystems. And store-branded products are gaining traction with U.S. retailers. Heard on the Street columnist Jinjoo Lee discusses the private-label revolution. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s vacation season! But planning a trip can take a lot of time, effort and money, and who wants to come home from a vacation needing another vacation? WSJ columnist Dawn Gilbertson, who covers all things travel, answers your questions about how to plan the best trip without the stress. From choosing a destination to finding the best airfare and hotels to enjoying yourself once you’re on that much-awaited trip, learn how to make plans that won’t break the bank. And yes, artificial intelligence can play a role. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading: How to Have a Great Vacation: What Science Tells Us Want to Know Where You’re Sitting on Your Next Flight? It’ll Cost You  New Airline-Refund Rules Won’t Come in Time for Summer Travel. Prepare Accordingly.  The New Hotel Essential: Easy Take-Out Food  Is the World’s Largest Cruise Ship Still Fun Without the Upsells?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just how big was stock markets’ first half? And how did Novo Nordisk get a China bump? Plus, what did investors make of Nike’s drop in revenue? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 28. President Biden’s stumbling debate performance leaves Democrats in turmoil. WSJ senior political correspondent Molly Ball discusses how the party is considering its options. And Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin unpacks new decisions on federal agencies' power, homeless camps and Jan. 6 prosecutions. Plus, a new way to calculate how early you should get to the airport. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.   Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 28. At last night’s presidential debate in Atlanta, President Biden’s delivery lacked vigor and combativeness, while Donald Trump kept relative composure. The WSJ’s John McCormick breaks down a 90-minute face-off that brimmed with insults and policy contrasts. Plus, the NFL is told to pay $4.7 billion in damages to customers of its “Sunday Ticket” package. And, Iran heads to the polls in an election that will help shape succession plans for its next supreme leader. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 27. The Supreme Court has blocked a Purdue Pharma opioid settlement that would have shielded the wealthy Sackler family from civil lawsuits. WSJ’s Alexander Gladstone discusses what the ruling means for patients and their families. And Walgreens plans to shutter many of its U.S. stores and move away from the primary-care business. WSJ health reporter Anna Mathews explains what is behind the shift in strategy. Plus, follow our live coverage of the first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 27. Ahead of President Biden and former President Donald Trump’s high-stakes clash in tonight’s presidential debate, WSJ’s Annie Linskey shares what she learned by rewatching the two men’s debates from four years ago. Plus, Bolivia’s president hangs on to power after an attempted coup. And, Ben & Jerry’s co-founders say corporate activism isn’t bad for business—just the opposite. Kate Bullivant hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 26. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee spent over $14 million in advertising to defeat New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman. Congress reporter Natalie Andrews says it now has another progressive House member in its sights. And Anna Hirtenstein reports on the Biden administration’s tough task balancing domestic gas prices with maintaining pressure on its oil-pumping geopolitical adversaries. Plus, how investors will soon be able to place legal bets on the latest economic reports. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 26. Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appears in court to face an allegation of espionage that he, the Journal and the U.S. government vehemently deny. WSJ world coverage chief Gordon Fairclough says the proceedings lack due process and that Gershkovich is being held hostage to geopolitical events. Plus, Rep. Jamaal Bowman loses his Democratic primary, while Republican Lauren Boebert wins hers. And, Kenyan protesters storm parliament as discontent with a raft of tax increases boils over. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 25. China takes a big step ahead of the U.S. in the new space race. Stu Woo explains what’s at stake. And Rep. Lauren Boebert is favored to win her primary election in Colorado in a new district. Elizabeth Findell has more. Plus, Te-Ping Chen explains why people are turning to virtual experts to coach them through home repairs. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 25. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is set to gain his freedom after reaching an agreement to end his yearslong battle to avoid trial over his U.S. espionage case. Plus, the WSJ’s Jonathan Cheng explains the significance of the U.S Ambassador to China accusing Beijing of undermining diplomacy. And, Boeing adds a last-minute twist to talks to buy Spirit AeroSystems, while rival Airbus struggles to meet production targets. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 24. Brookfield Property Partners’ plan to redevelop malls hits some road bumps. Reporter Kate King has more. And abortion-rights advocates are testing a new red state playbook in Ohio. National legal affairs reporter Laura Kusisto explains the state’s fight over abortion. Plus, columnist Jon Sindreu on how summer travel is booming, but airline stocks are not. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 24. Uber Eats and DoorDash have responded to cities’ new wage-increase requirements for gig workers by ratcheting up fees. The WSJ’s Preetika Rana says this is resulting in fewer orders, hurting the companies, restaurants and drivers alike. Plus, Apple discusses an AI partnership with Meta, while in Europe, it gets slapped with charges under new tech laws. And Israel plans to redeploy troops from Gaza to the Lebanese border once intensive fighting winds down. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are America’s downtowns doomed or are they thriving? Depending on where you look, the answer may be different. In some cities, like St. Louis, work from home has accelerated ‘doom loop’ scenarios, where businesses leave urban centers, causing tax revenue to fall and more residents and businesses to leave as well. Other cities, like Detroit, seem to be going through a downtown renaissance. WSJ commercial property reporter Konrad Putzier answers your questions about what’s happening with urban real estate and what it will take to get Americans to go back downtown. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Chicago to Offer Most Generous Subsidies in U.S. to Save Its Downtown  The Real Estate Nightmare Unfolding in Downtown St. Louis  Offices Around America Hit a New Vacancy Record  Reversing the Real-Estate Doom Loop Is Possible. Just Look at Detroit.  Big Tech Is Downsizing Workspace in Another Blow to Office Real Estate  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happened after Nvidia briefly became the most valuable company in the world? And how did investors react to the end of Apple’s buy now, pay later service? Plus, how did a drug that isn’t used for weight loss excite markets? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 21. Nvidia’s value has skyrocketed, pushing the S&P 500 to record-breaking highs, but many other companies in the index have traded lower. Wall Street Journal senior markets columnist James Mackintosh explains why that split could be risky. And the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a federal law that forbids domestic abusers from possessing guns in a major Second Amendment decision. Plus, reporter Jim Carlton on how San Francisco is using its cool weather to attract tourists. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 21. The former president’s campaign committee takes in twice as much as President Biden’s in May, though both men garner significant financial support from billionaires. And, the possibility of Marine Le Pen’s far-right, euroskeptic party leading France’s government triggers flashbacks of euro crises past, but WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip says things are different now. And, why the missing line on your résumé is… your golf score. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 20. WSJ Heard of the Street columnist Telis Demos explains what is attracting investors to catastrophe insurance during a summer of extreme weather. And the Supreme Court upholds a 2017 tax on foreign investments in a decision that leaves unresolved other questions about federal taxing powers. Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin explains. Plus, the death of actor Donald Sutherland. Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 20. WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber explains how escalating tensions along Israel’s Lebanese border threaten to drag the two parties toward a bigger conflict, despite U.S. efforts to calm the situation. Plus, Louisiana requires public schools to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms. And issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft delay the return of astronauts back to Earth. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 18. Citi CEO Jane Fraser is highlighting an under-the-radar profit engine: Citi Services. Deputy Wall Street bureau chief David Benoit has more. And Nvidia soars in marketsNv, making it the most valuable U.S.-listed company. Plus, reporter Phred Dvorak explains how the Biden administration's tariffs on Chinese solar panels could slow down the rollout of solar projects in the U.S. and drive up consumer costs. Jennifer Maloney hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 18. In a sleepy town in Peru, China is building a megaport to speed trade between Asia and South America. The WSJ’s Ryan Dubé says the project is part of a growing network of alliances that’s setting off alarm bells in Washington. Plus, electric-vehicle startup Fisker files for bankruptcy. And, several high-profile candidates turn down the chance to be Boeing’s next CEO. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 17. The Democratic Party has lost more of the rural vote in recent elections. For President Biden’s campaign, that’s an especially big problem in North Carolina, the most rural swing state. National reporter Valerie Bauerlein spoke with voters and party members about their concerns. And the White House plans to announce one of the biggest immigration initiatives in years, benefitting people living in the country illegally who are married to U.S. citizens. Plus, markets reporter Sam Goldfarb tells audio producer Anthony Bansie about how a furious bond rally could boost stocks and inject some life into the U.S. housing market. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 17. Republicans have won the senior vote in every presidential election since 2000. Polls show this year could be different, potentially giving President Biden an unlikely boost in his tough rematch against Donald Trump, the WSJ’s Dante Chinni says. Plus, China’s troubled property sector shows few signs of improvement despite Beijing’s moves to prop it up. And, Wells Fargo’s plan to let customers pay rent on their credit cards ends up costing the bank dearly. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Businesses and investors keep making big bets on artificial intelligence. Earlier this month, Nvidia, whose chips power a lot of AI tech, topped $3 trillion in market cap. Other tech giants, like Microsoft and Amazon, are pledging billions to build up their AI capabilities. As their stocks soar and business leaders predict AI will cut costs and save companies major capital, will AI live up to the hype? Journal tech columnist Christopher Mims answers your questions on what AI can and can't do and what it'll take for the tech to fulfill its financial promises. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Further Reading This Record Stock Market Is Riding on Questionable AI Assumptions  The AI Revolution Is Already Losing Steam  Nvidia at $3 Trillion Isn’t Priced for Trouble  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did markets react to the Federal Reserve’s projections for cutting interest rates? And what happened to Tesla’s shares after Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar pay package was approved? Plus, why is Broadcom following in Nvidia’s footsteps with a stock split? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 14. The opinion discards a rule issued in the aftermath of a 2017 massacre in Las Vegas perpetrated by a shooter armed with bump stocks, which modify semiautomatic weapons to fire with the speed and lethality of military firearms. And from United Airlines to Netflix, there are changes afoot in the world of advertising, as Chip Cutter hears from advertising reporter Patience Haggin. Plus, Wall Street Journal Peter Rudegeair on how hedge funds are swimming in so much cash that they’re allocating billions of dollars to other hedge funds. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 14. Elon Musk has won shareholders’ backing for his Tesla pay package, but that’s unlikely to put the issue to rest. Plus, with Gaza cease-fire talks at an impasse, the WSJ’s Rory Jones goes over the correspondence from Hamas’s military chief and the brutal calculation it reveals. And, Donald Trump floats a new idea for collecting federal revenue: all tariffs, no income tax. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 13. The Supreme Court ruling preserved wide access to the pills, which are the most common method of ending a pregnancy in the U.S. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent, has more. And Heard on the Street deputy editor Aaron Back explains how the Fed cuts rates without actually cutting rates. Plus, Tesla shareholders voted to reapprove Elon Musk’s multibillion-dollar pay package Francesca Fontana hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 13. Elon Musk says he has “wide margins” to win as hareholder vote today over his record pay package. Jefferies analyst Philippe Houchois says the visionary CEO enjoys strong support from retail investors, but can also be seen as Tesla’s enemy. Plus, Argentinians take to the streets as President Javier Milei pushes his austerity agenda. And, we look at the divisive housing perk that can add thousands of dollars to lawmakers’ pay. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 12. Federal Reserve officials indicated most are in no hurry to lower rates, even after a report showed inflation eased last month. Spencer Jakab, global editor of Heard on the Street, has more. And investigative reporter Joe Palazzolo discusses how several female employees at SpaceX say its founder Elon Musk showed them an unusual amount of attention or pursued them. Plus, U.S. travelers can now renew their passports online. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 12. We look at a new and fast-growing source of revenue for Nvidia as governments around the world pile into the artificial intelligence boom. The WSJ’s Sam Schechner and Asa Fitch explain what we mean by ‘sovereign AI’ and who stands to benefit from countries’ race to control their AI destinies. Plus, the U.S. continues a diplomatic push for an Israel-Hamas cease-fire, but its ambitious plan to help deliver aid to Gaza is falling apart. And, McKinsey’s boss is tackling his next big consulting project: his own firm. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 11. Hunter Biden was found guilty on all charges in a felony gun case. WSJ Justice Department reporter Ryan Barber discusses the verdict. And “anti-woke” activists have set their sights on corporate boards. Corporate news reporter Theo Francis explains what's behind the strategy. Plus, Andrea Petersen explains why some scientists are concerned about a sunscreen ingredient in your food. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 11. Risky trades are roaring in popularity, driven by amateur investors piling into meme stocks and long-shot bets. The WSJ’s Hannah Miao says these self-proclaimed degenerate traders have Wall Street paying attention. Plus, derivatives regulator Christy Goldsmith Romero emerges as the White House’s top pick to head the FDIC. And, one prison in Brazil trades guard dogs for geese—with great success. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 10. Economists say higher inflation than the 2% the Federal Reserve is aiming for could help the Fed get out of possible downturns. But, as economics reporter Justin Lahart points out, inflation is unpopular among consumers. And Apple announces a software update that includes generative artificial intelligence. Plus, extreme weather is putting crops like olives, cocoa and grapes at risk. Reporter Jon Emont says that is raising prices for goods like olive oil, chocolate and wine. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 10. Nationalist parties make a strong showing in European Union elections, dealing a setback to leaders in France and Germany. The WSJ’s Laurence Norman says the results could influence the EU’s agenda on migration and the environment. Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanayahu’s top rival quits the government over his handling of the war in Gaza. And activist investor Elliott takes a big stake in Southwest Airlines. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound have been revolutionary for weight loss. They’re also sparking big changes in many industries – from food to medicine. Wall Street Journal tech editor Bradley Olson – who himself took a GLP-1 drug – and audio reporter Jessica Mendoza have been documenting impacts of this new class of drugs in a series – “Trillion Dollar Shot” – for our sister podcast The Journal. They answer listener questions on how it’s transforming bodies, fortunes and industries. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading The Quest for Treatments to Keep Weight Off After Ozempic  Can Ozempic Maker Novo Nordisk Keep Up Its Momentum?  How Drugs Like Ozempic Are Changing What We Think About Weight Loss  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is Spotify hiking its premium price? And how are J.M. Smucker and Lululemon dealing with lower consumer spending? Plus, what’s behind the wild moves of GameStop’s stock? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 7. A 2017 tax overhaul is set to expire at the end of 2025, but tax policy reporter Richard Rubin says what comes after will depend on the outcome of this year’s election. And U.S. job numbers for May were higher than economists predicted, but unemployment also rose, painting a complicated picture of the economy. Plus, Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago is a South Florida gem, but just how much it is worth is a matter of dispute, as Wall Street Journal reporter E.B. Solomont discusses with Tali Arbel. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 7. President Biden is emphasizing the importance of democratic principles as he seeks re-election, but polls show other issues are on voters’ minds. Plus, China’s outbound shipments top economists’ forecasts —defying the specter of looming U.S. tariffs. And, companies from Amazon to DoorDash have started to roll out deliveries by drone. But making aerial shipments profitable is a challenge, WSJ’s Liz Young explains. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 6. The country’s aging power grid is due for a burst of new power and electricity demand driven by electric vehicles and new data centers for artificial-intelligence technology. Climate and energy reporter Scott Patterson discusses the White House’s plan to modernize it. And Keith Gill—the meme-stock influencer known as Roaring Kitty—single-handedly moved GameStop’s stock higher. But did he manipulate the market? Alexander Osipovich explains. Plus, business of social media reporter Salvador Rodriguez on Meta’s move to allow businesses on WhatsApp to use free artificial intelligence chatbots. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 6. The Federal Trade Commission is investigating whether Microsoft structured one of its latest deals to avoid an antitrust review. WSJ’s Kim Mackrael says regulators are concerned tech giants could snap up the most promising AI applications. Plus, Israel strikes a United Nations school and shelter in Gaza, saying Hamas was operating there. And, we take a look at the foods we might find more of on our plates in the future. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 5. The Wall Street Journal’s David Uberti explains how a booming economy and rising household wealth are helping millions of Americans power through inflation. And the NBA is closing in on a $76 billion TV deal in a defining moment for media and sports. WSJ’s Isabella Simonetti has the details. Plus, Boeing’s Starliner finally blasts off on its first astronaut mission after setbacks and delays. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 5. WSJ reporters Annie Linskey and Siobhan Hughes reveal accounts from both Republicans and Democrats that, behind closed doors, President Biden shows signs of slipping. Plus, a new Texas stock exchange backed by BlackRock and Citadel Securities aims to challenge New York’s dominance. And, discount retailer Dollar Tree explores a sale or spinoff of Family Dollar. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 4. Financing for apartment building construction has dried up, as housing and rental market reporter Will Parker explains. And Joseph Walker reports on how pharmacists are using social media to unionize. Plus, travel reporter Jacob Passy says unpredictable storms known as derechos could threaten your summer travel plans. Shelby Holliday hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 4. Early election results from India showed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling party struggling to hold onto a majority after encountering a strong fight from a revived opposition. WSJ correspondent Shan Li explains what that could mean for Modi’s future, his economic policy and his Hindu nationalist agenda. Plus, China's domestic chip giant takes a step toward eliminating its reliance on the U.S. And New York tries to make social media less addictive for minors. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for June 3. If you own a (401)k, you could soon vote on issues like Elon Musk’s pay or Shell's future. Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains how "pass-through voting" works. And President Biden is expected to issue an executive order limiting asylum rules. Plus, The Wall Street Journal’s Berber Jin reports on the investment empire that is raising conflicts of interest questions for OpenAI CEO and co-founder Sam Altman. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for June 3. Top oil producers and their allies extend output cuts into next year in a bid to boost prices. Plus, GameStop and AMC Entertainment rally after a cryptic tweet. And blacklisted Chinese firms are rebranding as American to dodge a crackdown, leaving U.S. lawmakers frustrated, says WSJ's Heather Somerville. Peter Granitz hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is pledging to appeal his conviction on 34 charges of falsifying business records, connected to a hush-money payment to cover up an alleged affair with porn star Stormy Daniels. But that appeal could be months or years away, and the guilty verdict raises questions about the law and what it means for a convicted felon to be running for president. WSJ law reporter James Fanelli explains what happens between now and sentencing, and WSJ political reporter Alex Leary digs into the ramifications for the 2024 presidential race. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Further Reading: Trump Guilty Verdict Rocks 2024 Presidential Campaign   Trump Decries Guilty Verdict, Presses Ahead With Campaign Against Biden  Trump’s Conviction: A History of WSJ’s Hush-Money Investigation  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did Salesforce drag down the Dow, and how did Google search miss the point? And what separated Kohl’s and Gap’s performance? Plus, how did Trump’s social-media company do after his felony conviction? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 31. The new policy will allow Kyiv to do limited targeting with American-supplied weapons inside Russia. National security correspondent Michael Gordon has the details. And a day after his criminal conviction, former President Donald Trump rails against what he calls “a rigged trial.” Plus, the rise of late debt payments in the U.S is slowing down. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 31. The Republican Party rallies around Donald Trump after he is found guilty on all 34 counts in his hush-money trial. The conviction adds a layer of drama as Trump barrels ahead to the Nov. 5 election, WSJ’s Alex Leary says. Plus, Bill Ackman plans to take his Pershing Square firm public as he looks to capitalize on his social-media fame. We’ve got the scoop. And, Mexico is on the cusp of electing its first female president. We look at how she might tackle crime, migration, trade and more. Peter Granitz hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 30. Donald Trump becomes the first former U.S. president ever convicted of a crime; a Manhattan jury found him guilty of 34 felonies for falsifying records to cover up hush money paid to a porn star. Trump called it “a rigged, disgraceful trial.” Political reporter Alex Leary explains from outside the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse where the decision came down. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 30. Western sanctions were meant to subdue the U.S.’s enemies. Instead, they have inadvertently created a shadow economy where China is the primary beneficiary, WSJ’s Ian Talley says. Plus, Israel’s moves in Gaza put further strain on fragile ties with a key security partner. And, FDIC chairman Martin Gruenberg is planning a slow goodbye. Peter Granitz hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 29. Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been in discussions about a role in which Musk can give formal input and influence over White House policies, if Trump wins a second term. And in an effort to save money on groceries, U.S. consumers are increasingly turning to store brands. Plus, oil company ConocoPhillips will acquire Marathon Oil. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 29. The party that ended apartheid in South Africa is set to lose its absolute majority for the first time in 30 years, as corruption, inequality and economic pain push voters away. But things could get worse for Africa’s most developed economy, the WSJ’s Alexandra Wexler says. Plus, Chicago is offering developers lavish subsidies in a bid to revitalize its emptying downtown. And a Democratic super PAC plans to spend $100 million on abortion-rights ads to try and retake the House. Peter Granitz hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 28. As more Americans are grappling with an epidemic of loneliness, employers and researchers are beginning to understand the role of workplace shifts since the pandemic. WSJ reporter Te-Ping Chen tells us what companies are doing about it. And shareholders in oil company Hess greenlight a $53 billion merger with Chevron. WSJ reporter Benoît Morenne explains why it’s not a sure thing yet. Plus, the defense and prosecution wrap up closing arguments in Donald Trump’s hush-money trial. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 28. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls an attack that killed dozens of Palestinians in Gaza a “tragic mistake” as international condemnation mounts. Plus, the U.S. presses its European allies to back off plans to rebuke Iran for advances in its nuclear program. And the WSJ’s Justin Lahart explains why how much you worry about inflation may depend on your politics. Peter Granitz hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What did CEO Jamie Dimon mean about the price of JPMorgan’s stock? And what is Target doing about its sales? Plus, why is the DOJ going after Live Nation? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 24. A group of Jeep and Ram brand dealers recently vented their frustration to Stellantis executives about high sticker prices keeping buyers at bay. Ryan Felton has more. And Eli Lilly makes the biggest investment in its history to ramp up production of its hot-selling weight-loss drugs. Peter Loftus reports. Plus, the U.N.’s International Court of Justice orders Israel to halt some military operations in Gaza. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 24. The NCAA has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit with players who were prohibited from earning money from endorsements. It paves the way for schools to pay student athletes directly. Plus, the SEC approves a second crypto ETF. And the WSJ’s David Luhnow on how the UK is preparing for an election of the boring, as two technocrats seek to buck a trend toward populism. Peter Granitz hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 23. The U.S. Justice Department and more than two dozen states want to break up Live Nation and Ticketmaster. And Washington considers reducing additional capital requirements for the nation’s biggest banks. Heard on the Street writer Telis Demos explains what that means for the banks. Plus, Congress invests in researching the feasibility of deep-sea mining, amid concerns over China’s control of key minerals. Reporter Yusuf Khan has more. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 23. Shares of Nvidia have surpassed the $1,000 mark for the first time after it reported a more than tripling of sales in the last quarter. WSJ reporter Asa Fitch breaks down the chipmaker’s results and future growth plans. Plus, China launches new military drills around Taiwan as ‘punishment for separatist acts.’ And the Justice Department seeks to break apart Live Nation’s ticketing monopoly. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 22. French President Emmanuel Macron is heading to France’s Pacific territory of New Caledonia, in an attempt to end riots that have rocked the archipelago. And three European nations say they will recognize a Palestinian state amid frustration with Israel’s handling of the war in Gaza. Plus, The Wall Street Journal’s Nicole Friedman explains why the housing market remains stalled as U.S. home sales fell for the second straight month. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 22. Lawyers for Donald Trump have rested their case in his New York hush-money trial, with the former president opting not to testify. Plus, even junk bonds are getting swept up in a broad market rally as investors cast aside worries about a possible economic slowdown. And, WSJ correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains that as many armies struggle to source new recruits amid rising geopolitical tensions, Sweden is turning them away. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 21. The crypto industry is spending big on this year’s elections. The Wall Street Journal’s Caitlin Ostroff discusses what's at stake. And a new Fed survey shows Americans, especially parents, are still struggling with inflation. Plus, JPMorgan Chase says its consumer business is doing great. Telis Demos of WSJ’s Heard on the Street explains why customers may feel differently. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 21. With investors flocking to everything from gold to meme stocks, David Uberti explains how utilities stocks have shaken off their staid reputation. Plus, Donald Trump’s criminal trial helps his campaign to top President Biden in fundraising for the first time. And FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg bows to political pressure to resign, following a report detailing sexual harassment at the agency. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 20. The International Criminal Court’s prosecutor is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the country’s defense minister and the leaders of Hamas. WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber has more. And special writer Theo Francis explains how Elon Musk is reshaping the landscape of executive pay. Plus, how your “digital twin” could help predict the effectiveness of a medical treatment before you even start it. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 20. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed overnight as his chopper ran into bad weather while returning from a trip to Azerbaijan. WSJ foreign correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains what Raisi’s death means amid the current turmoil in the Mideast. Plus, China sanctions several U.S. defense contractors over arms sales to Taiwan as the island inaugurates its new president. And issues at Boeing cloud the forecast for Europe’s biggest airline. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump has spent weeks in a courtroom in downtown Manhattan as prosecutors laid out their case that his efforts to bury an alleged sexual encounter with a porn star amounted to election interference in the 2016 race for the White House. WSJ reporter James Fanelli and senior political correspondent Molly Ball join host Danny Lewis to discuss the legal strategies in the courtroom and how the trial is affecting Trump’s current presidential campaign. Further Reading: Cohen Wavers on Recollection of Key Conversation With Trump at Trial  How Stormy Daniels’s Sordid Testimony Could Help Trump  Judge Finds Trump Violated Gag Order Again, Threatens Jail  Trump’s Trial and Campaign Collide as Historic Prosecution Begins  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did website-design platform Squarespace’s stock make big moves? And are we trading GameStop like it’s 2021? Plus, how is Walmart planning its future? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 17. The Dow officially closed above 40000 today, for the first time ever. Special writer Gregory Zuckerman explains why investors are striking gold—and how long it could last. And Heard on the Street columnist David Wainer has more on why the Medicare bubble may have burst. Plus, workers at a Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama reject unionization, in a setback for the United Auto Workers union. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 17. Advisers to the former president are drawing up plans for an unprecedented immigration crackdown that could lead to the deportation of as many as 20 million migrants. Plus, China has announced its first large-scale intervention into the country’s collapsed housing market, by buying unsold homes. And the WSJ’s Nicole Friedman explains why the tide might finally be turning for U.S. buyers, as the amount of homes for sale picks up in Florida and Texas. Luke Vargas hosts. Correction: Chinese authorities are buying unsold homes. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said Beijing was buying unfinished and unsold homes. (Corrected May 17) Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 16. The Dow topped 40000 for the first time today, but ultimately closed below the mark. Markets reporter Karen Langley has more on the milestone. And the U.S. blocks imports from dozens more Chinese companies, over their alleged ties to forced labor. Richard Vanderford, a reporter for the WSJ’s Risk and Compliance Journal, explains. Plus, President Biden asserts executive privilege over recordings of his interview with special counsel Robert Hur regarding his handling of classified documents. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 16. Microsoft has asked hundreds of its China-based employees to consider transferring out of the country, in the latest sign of mounting tensions between Washington and Beijing. Plus, Russian work on a weapon that could destroy hundreds of satellites orbiting Earth, raises alarm in Washington. And, a decline in birth rates around the world is raising alarm bells. The WSJ’s Grep Ip explains the huge implications this could have for the global economy. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 15. For a decade, Walmart has held the title of America’s biggest company by revenue. But Amazon isn’t far behind. Retail reporter Sarah Nassauer explains. And U.S. inflation eased in April, with core prices posting their smallest increase since April 2021. Citigroup economist Veronica Clark has more. Plus, President Biden and former President Donald Trump agree to debates in June and September. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 15. The Biden administration has notified Congress it’s moving forward with a new weapons package for Israel just days after it paused as hipment of bombs over concerns about the conduct of the war in Gaza. WSJ’s Jared Malsin explains what this says about Biden’s policy on Israel. Plus, the Justice Department says Boeing violated a settlement over two fatal 737 MAX plane crashes, exposing the company to potential criminal prosecution. And, Red Lobster prepares to file for bankruptcy as its debts mount and diners pull back on spending. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 14. Google’s namesake search engine will soon include artificial-intelligence-powered answers. And fake science is flooding academic journals, forcing action from publishers. WSJ science reporter Nidhi Subbaraman has more. Plus, star witness Michael Cohen is under cross examination by Donald Trump’s lawyer. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 14. Two stocks at the heart of a pandemic-era trading craze are surging this week after a series of posts by an influential meme-stock guru. The WSJ’s Alex Frangos explains whether GameStop and AMC are experiencing a so-called “short squeeze,” and what that could mean for markets. Plus, President Biden unveils new China tariffs as U.S. trade policy takes center stage on the campaign trail. And OpenAI borrows from Hollywood’s vision of artificial intelligence as it launches its new voice assistant. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 13. Many small businesses, facing cost pressures, plan to keep raising prices. Senior special writer Ruth Simon explains what that means for taming inflation. And Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former lawyer, testifies that the former president told him to drag out hush-money talks with porn star Stormy Daniels. Plus, Melinda Gates is resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 13. Vladimir Putin shakes up Russia’s military leadership by appointing an economist as defense minister. Plus, the United Auto Workers faces another key test in its organizing blitz in the South. And WSJ reporter Chip Cutter explains why corporate America is largely sitting out the 2024 election after previously feeling like it couldn’t afford to stay silent. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How is the math of going green changing? In recent years, many homeowners, drivers and companies have bet on the long-term savings of going green. But are those savings and the subsidies that made them possible still balancing out the higher upfront costs? WSJ Paris bureau chief Stacy Meichtry and WSJ senior reporter Phred Dvorak answer listeners’ questions about recent changes to clean-energy rules on both sides of the Atlantic and what they mean for how consumers and governments pay for green initiatives. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Households Wince at the Rising Price of Going Green  The Home-Solar Boom Gets a ‘Gut Punch’  Europe’s Green Agenda Collides With Geopolitical, Economic Reality U.S. Renewable Power Growth Is Setting New Records on the Back of Federal Support  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can streaming bring some magic back to Disney? And why is Tyson looking for the beef? Plus, how did Lyft manage to beat Uber? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 10. A WSJ scoop: The Biden administration is planning to raise tariffs on clean-energy goods from China, with a levy on Chinese electric vehicles set to roughly quadruple. Reporter Andrew Duehren explains. And venture capitalist reporter Marc Vartabedian explains how VCs are playing matchmaker in the age of AI. Plus, Starbucks has a backseat driver. Restaurant reporter Heather Haddon has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 10. With a $320 million dollar floating pier on the Mediterranean just days away from operating, U.S. officials say key details about how aid will be delivered to Gaza have yet to be ironed out. Plus, Apple apologizes for its new iPad advert that critics say represents AI’s ability to crush human creativity. And WSJ reporter Kate King explains why our online shopping behavior might actually be saving bricks-and-mortar retail. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 9. T-Mobile and Verizon are in talks to carve up regional wireless carrier U.S. Cellular. And America’s urban centers have too many schools and too few students. Education reporter Sara Randazzo explains. Plus, NATO’s top military chief urges businesses to prepare for conflict. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 9. Europe is moving ahead of the Fed as rate cuts begin in several Western economies. But moving quicker than the U.S. isn’t without its perils, as Paul Hannon explains. Plus, why China wants consumers to trade in their old cars and washing machines. And, Journal tech columnist Christopher Mims shares his tasting notes on synthetic coffees, as climate change spurs the development of alternatives to the real thing. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 8. West Virginia is struggling to find workers. Reporter Paul Kiernan explains why there is resistance to migrant labor. And corporate profits are booming. Reporter Justin Lahart has more on what it means for the economy. Plus, after the success of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, drugmakers are working on treatments to help people keep weight off. Senior writer Betsy McKay has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 8. In a rare formal rebuke of its top Middle East ally, the U.S. is withholding delivery of bombs to Israel out of concern the weapons could be used in densely populated areas of Gaza. Plus, Bud Light boycotts continue to drag U.S. sales for brewer AB InBev. And WSJ reporter Isabelle Bousquette explains how companies are creating AI-generated copies of real people, putting a modern twist on a traditional practice in industrial manufacturing. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 7. An investigation into the culture at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. found sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination have long pervaded the agency. And from tariffs and trade restrictions to regional conflicts, geopolitics are taking a central role in global supply chains. Pierre Bienaimé talks to logistics reporter Paul Berger for more. Plus, Stormy Daniels, testifying to court, recounts salacious details of an alleged tryst with former President Donald Trump. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 A.M. Edition for May 7. WSJ foreign correspondent Stephen Kalin has the latest updates from Gaza after Israel sent tanks into Rafah and Hamas claimed to have accepted a cease-fire proposal. Plus, Apple enters the AI arms race with a push to develop its own chips for data centers. And Boeing’s Starliner launch is called off after concerns emerged with the rocket set to send NASA astronauts into space. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 6. Concerns about housing costs and immigration unsettle Biden’s winning coalition from 2020, but abortion turmoil worries Republicans. National political reporter Eliza Collins explains what’s going on in this crucial swing state. And Israel begins hitting targets in Rafah, after Hamas said it accepted a proposal to pause the fighting that Israel said fell short of what it could accept. Plus, the Federal Aviation Administration opens a new Boeing inquiry, over the plane maker’s 787 Dreamliners. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 6. The Israeli military has started warning Gazans to leave parts of Rafah in advance of a much-anticipated offensive against Hamas in the crowded city. Plus, WSJ reporter Austin Ramzy explains what to watch for as Chinese leader Xi Jinping visits Europe in a test of the continent’s allegiances. And Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway tweaks its portfolio but stays quiet on plans for its record cash pile. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark lit up this year’s March Madness basketball tournament and propelled the women’s final to top the men’s in TV viewership, the gap between men’s and women’s sports looked like it might be starting to close. But that’s not the case when it comes to starting salaries. WSJ senior sports reporter Rachel Bachman answers listeners' questions about the economics behind this difference, the future of pay in the WNBA and how we might reframe the conversation about pay equity in professional sports. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Further Reading Wait, Caitlin Clark Is Only Getting Paid $76,000?  How Nike Won the Battle for Caitlin Clark NCAA Women Beat Men in Finals’ Ratings for First Time—but Got 99% Less TV Money  Why NCAA Women Got More Viewers Than the Men But Less TV Money  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did Starbucks’ latest earnings leave a bitter taste for some investors? And how did healthcare turn unhealthy for CVS? Plus, how did artificial intelligence boost Amazon and Apple? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 3. When Donald Trump was president, he used a 1996 law, the Congressional Review Act, to undo many of the regulations enacted by his predecessor. Now, President Biden is rushing to cement his legacy ahead of a likely rematch with Trump in November. Domestic policy correspondent Andrew Restuccia explains. And U.S. hiring slowed in April, boosting hopes for a late-summer rate cut. Plus, reporter Stu Woo explains why the U.S. is worried about China’s mission to the far side of the moon. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 3. Governments around the globe have been making it harder for the media to provide reliable and independent news—including in Russia, where WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich has been detained for more than a year. Plus, the U.S. reshuffles military assets in the Middle East after getting pushback from a Gulf partner wary of getting in the crosshairs of regional tensions. And, WSJ’s Jared Malsin explains why talks for a Gaza cease-fire are at a critical point. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 2. Berkshire Hathaway is nearing a milestone, as thousands of investors and onlookers gather for its annual shareholder meeting this weekend. Markets reporter Karen Langley has more. And Sony and Apollo make a $26 billion, all-cash offer for Paramount. Plus, cleanup begins at UCLA after violent clashes between police and protesters. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 2. Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk upped its full-year guidance today as it reported continued strong demand for its blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drugs. Barclays analyst Emily Field discusses where the drugmaker could go from here. Plus, Exxon Mobil reaches an agreement to close its $60 billion merger with Pioneer. And TikTok strikes a licensing deal to return Universal Music artists to the platform. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for May 1. The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady, acknowledging recent inflation setbacks. Heard on the Street editor Spencer Jakab explains. And BlackRock begins offering 401(k) retirement plans with a monthly check. Markets reporter Jack Pitcher has more. Plus, Arizona’s legislature votes to repeal the state’s nearly total ban on abortions. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for May 1. Brazilian planemaker Embraer explores creating a new passenger aircraft that WSJ aviation reporter Ben Katz says would compete head-on with offerings from Airbus and Boeing. Plus, police remove pro-Palestinian demonstrators at Columbia University in New York and intervene amid violent clashes at UCLA. And, we dive into some of the themes playing out this earnings season, including the AI craze and the return of business travel. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 30. The Biden administration plans to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. And Columbia University threatens to expel pro-Palestinian student protestors who took over an academic building on campus. New York City reporter Erin Ailworth reports from the scene, and money and power reporter Juliet Chung digs into the feasibility of their principal demand: divestment. Plus, a New York judge fines Donald Trump $9,000 for violating a gag order. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 29. Students upped the stakes in their standoff with the Columbia overnight by barricading themselves in an academic building after the school began suspending those who failed to disband a pro-Palestinian encampment. Plus, Microsoft makes a big AI bet on one of the world’s fastest-growing regions. And housing reporter Will Parker describes how lawmakers are attempting to crack down on investor purchases of single-family homes. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 29. Investors are starting to worry about what the Trump-Biden rematch will mean for their portfolios. Gunjan Banerji, lead writer for live markets, explains. And Paramount CEO Bob Bakish steps down, as the company explores a sale. Plus, some AI startups are raising hundreds of millions of dollars before they even have a product or revenue. Startups and venture capital reporter Berber Jin explains why that is fueling concerns of a bubble. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 29. Elon Musk has wrapped up a visit to China after securing Beijing’s blessing for Tesla to roll out its advanced driver-assistance service in the country. WSJ tech reporter Raffaele Huang says it's a crucial victory for Musk as he tries to reignite Tesla's sagging growth. Plus, the U.S. and Egypt make a renewed push for a Gaza ceasefire. And reporter Ben Glickman explains why mentions of diversity initiatives are disappearing from company financial reports. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the 2024 presidential election race heats up, the U.S. trade fight with China is increasingly becoming front-and-center. Last week, Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with China’s leader, Xi Jinping, as both President Biden and former President Donald Trump call for more trade restrictions on China, and Beijing hits some U.S. imports with new levies. WSJ reporter Andy Duehren, who covers the Treasury Department and economic policy, and chief China correspondent Lingling Wei answer listener questions on how the U.S.-China trade fight might affect you, your business and the broader economy. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Biden Calls for Steep Hike to Tariff on Chinese Steel  China Exports Rise as Trade Tensions Mount  A China-U.S. Decoupling? You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet  Biden Admin Explores Raising Tariffs on Chinese EVs  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What drove auto makers’ stocks? And how did Hasbro play a winning move? Plus, why weren't Chevron’s and Exxon’s billions enough? Host Charley Grant discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 26. From Florida to Montana, a growing list of local proposals, bills, laws and regulations aim to block Chinese individuals and companies from acquiring land, working on research, setting up factories and otherwise participating in the U.S. economy. China-focused correspondent James Areddy has more. And the U.S’s top auto industry regulator opens an investigation into Tesla over crashes and deaths tied to its Autopilot software. Plus, the Biden administration delays a decision on whether to ban menthol cigarettes after weighing the political risk of angering some Black voters. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 26. Student demonstrations calling on universities to divest from companies doing business with Israel crop up nationwide, creating problems for administrators as they balance security and speech rights. Plus, Donald Trump’s allies draw up plans to blunt the independence of the Federal Reserve, a move WSJ editor Alex Frangos says would represent a ‘significant shift’ in how monetary policy is set. And America’s tech giants disclose record-high capital expenditures as the AI race keeps heating up. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 25. Gross domestic product expanded at a 1.6% seasonally- and inflation-adjusted annual rate in the first quarter. The Commerce Department’s report also suggests inflation was firmer than expected in March. Markets reporter David Uberti has more. And hearing a last-ditch appeal from Donald Trump, the Supreme Court appeared open to granting some level of immunity to protect former presidents from prosecution. Jess Bravin reports. Plus, Scott Patterson discusses the federal effort to speed up big power-grid infrastructure projects. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 25. The Biden administration issues sweeping new rules to limit power-plant pollution, targeting existing coal and newly built natural-gas plants. WSJ climate reporter Ed Ballard explains how that could affect the U.S. energy mix as power demand surges. Plus, BHP offers to buy rival Anglo-American in a mining megadeal. And 18 of Donald Trump’s allies are indicted in Arizona on charges they tried to overturn the 2020 election. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 24. A new study found that hospital mergers drive up healthcare costs. The Wall Street Journal’s Melanie Evans discusses how consumers are paying the price. And McKinsey is under criminal investigation for opioid-related consulting services. Plus, major business groups are suing to block a new federal rule banning employee noncompete agreements. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 24. Tesla’s stock soars off hours after CEO Elon Musk announced it would accelerate the launch of new models, including at more affordable prices. Plus, the Senate passes a long-delayed foreign aid package. And WSJ reporter Jack Pitcher explains why Cathie Wood’s ARK funds are facing an investor exodus despite this year’s market rally. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 23. The Democratic Party faces an electoral test over Israel in Pennsylvania’s primary today. WSJ reporter Kris Maher discusses how the war is impacting voters in that crucial swing state. And the U.S. Federal Trade Commission votes to ban noncompete clauses that restrict job switching. The WSJ’s Dave Michaels has more. Plus, Tesla reports a sharp drop in first-quarter earnings. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 23. Washington is drafting sanctions against some Chinese lenders as it seeks to stop Beijing from helping Russia rebuild its war machine. Plus, colleges struggle to stem the fallout from campus confrontations over the Israel-Hamas war. And as efforts to ban books soar across the U.S., WSJ’s Joseph De Avila discusses some of the targeted titles and the groups calling for the bans. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 22. The so-called Magnificent Seven stocks shed a combined $950 billion in market value last week, the largest on record. Wall Street Journal banking reporter Charley Grant says upcoming earnings offer an opportunity to stop the slide. And OpenAI CEO Sam Altman invests in a company tackling artificial intelligence’s big appetite for clean energy. Climate finance reporter Amrith Ramkumar has more. Plus, opening statements kick off Trump’s hush-money trial in Manhattan. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 22. The House over the weekend passed a $95 billion foreign aid-package, along with a bill that would force the sale of TikTok by its Chinese-controlled owner. WSJ congressional reporter Natalie Andrews explains how those measures are likely to fare in the Senate. Plus, reporter William Boston on the state of the car industry after VW workers vote to join the UAW and Tesla cuts prices. And the Supreme Court takes on homelessness. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla’s stock has fallen by about 40% this year. Last week, the company announced layoffs and a recall of its newest electric vehicle, the Cybertruck, due to a faulty accelerator pedal months after it was released. Other car makers are reporting weakened demand for EVs, and a lot more interest in hybrid cars from American consumers. So, what happened to the high hopes of America’s electric car future? WSJ’s Stephen Wilmot and Mike Colias answer listener questions on what’s going on in the EV market and what it means for consumers, investors and the automakers like General Motors, Ford and Toyota. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Further Reading The Six Months That Short-Circuited the Electric-Vehicle Revolution Biden’s EPA Gives Automakers More Leeway to Phase Out Gas-Engine Cars Tesla Agrees to Settle Lawsuit Over Autopilot’s Involvement in 2018 Fatal Crash  The Inside Tale of Tesla’s Fall to Earth  How Electric Vehicles Are Losing Momentum with U.S. Buyers, in Charts  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did United Airlines' earnings land with investors? And why are subscribers not enough for Netflix? Plus, what troubles Live Nation? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 19. We end our series on inflation in Zimbabwe. The country recently launched a new currency, but will it help locals who struggle with inflation and can’t save? Producer Anthony Bansie reports. Plus, Tesla recalls 3,878 Cybertrucks to repair or replace faulty accelerator pedals. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 19. WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber explains what’s known about Israel’s retaliatory strikes on Iran, which appear to have been narrow in scope to avoid further escalation. Plus, Apple yanks popular messaging applications like WhatsApp and Threads from its Chinese App Store after a fresh censorship order from Beijing. And voters in India begin casting ballots in the largest democratic exercise in the world. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 18. More than a dozen U.S. states are fighting healthcare acquisitions backed by private equity. WSJ Pro private-equity reporter Chris Cumming explains. And banking reporter Charley Grant explains why pension funds are pulling hundreds of billions of dollars out of stocks. Plus, U.S. mortgage rates rise and home sales fall. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 18. After long relying on militias in its deadly fight with Israel, Iran’s direct attack on Israel last weekend marked a major shift in strategy. WSJ correspondent Jared Malsin explains what prompted Tehran to emerge from the shadows. Plus, House Republicans prepare to fast-track a bill that could ban or force the sale of video-sharing app TikTok. And how slumping car demand and efforts to unionize factories are adding to pressure on the automobile sector. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 17. Economists raised their expectations for U.S. growth, inflation and the level of future interest rates in the latest WSJ quarterly survey. Markets and economics reporter Sam Goldfarb has more. Plus, Boeing’s quality issues take center stage at a congressional hearing. WSJ aerospace reporter Sharon Terlep has the details. And U.S. House speaker Mike Johnson pushes ahead with a high-stakes vote on a foreign aid package. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 17. President Joe Biden is calling for a steep rise in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum. The WSJ’s Jason Douglas says the tariffs could be the first step in a range of protectionist measures against a surge in Chinese exports that has alarmed the White House. Plus, the jury begins to take shape in Donald Trump’s hush-money trial. And Tesla delays deliveries of its much-hyped Cybertruck. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 16. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said firmer-than-expected inflation and hiring have weakened the case for pre-emptive interest-rate cuts. And the International Monetary Fund says the global economy is picking up steam this year, but the poorest countries are falling behind. Economics reporter Paul Kiernan has more on the revised expectations. Plus, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in a case that could affect hundreds of January 6th, 2021 prosecutions. Legal affairs correspondent Jan Wolfe has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 16. China is reporting 5.3% GDP growth for the first quarter as efforts to boost the country’s factories begin to show results. However, ifo Institute economist Andreas Baur and WSJ reporter Jason Douglas explain that foreign businesses’ moves to diversify their supply chains could complicate Beijing’s plans. Plus, the Justice Department prepares to sue concert promoter Live Nation. And as conflict scrambles energy markets, traders bet producers will step in before oil hits $100 a barrel. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 15. Interest-rate cuts could be further down the line than many investors had hoped. Markets reporter Hardika Singh explains what keeping rates higher for longer could mean for the stock market. And Tesla plans to cut more than 10% of its workforce. Autos reporter Ryan Felton has more. Plus, investment banking and trading power earnings at Goldman Sachs. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 15. After the U.S. helped Israel repel the first direct attack by Iran, WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber says President Joe Biden is now tasked with trying to prevent the wider war in the Middle East he’s sought to avoid. Plus, Samsung moves past Apple to become the top global smartphone provider. And Donald Trump’s day in court arrives in his hush money criminal trial. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to the numbers, the U.S. jobs market is doing well. The Labor Department says employers added 303,000 jobs in March, 100,000 more than most economists expected, and the unemployment rate remains close to lows not seen since the 1960s. So why do so many Americans feel frustrated by their employment prospects? Wall Street Journal reporter Harriet Torry and columnist Calum Borchers answer your questions on the labor market. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Brisk Hiring Bolsters Fed’s Cautious Stance on Rate Cuts  These College Seniors Locked In Job Offers. Here’s How They Did It.  How Gen Z Is Becoming the Toolbelt Generation  Americans Don’t Care as Much About Work. And It Isn’t Just Gen Z.  What’s Wrong With the Economy? It’s You, Not the Data  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How is inflation becoming a thorn in the side of U.S. banks, despite many reporting big earnings? And will AI turn into Amazon’s “fourth pillar” along with its Marketplace, Prime and Web Services businesses? Plus, is there an end in sight for Boeing’s troubles? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 12. Turkey’s rental prices have become "crazy expensive" following a rush for housing after a major earthquake last year. So, how's Turkey addressing extreme housing inflation? Producer Anthony Bansie reports. Plus, the U.S. moves warships to defend Israel in case of Iranian attack. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 12. We're exclusively reporting that an Iranian attack on Israel is expected in the next two days. WSJ reporter Marcus Walker says this comes as Israel faces the prospect of having made some tactical gains in Gaza but not achieving its overall strategic goal of eliminating Hamas. Plus, China orders its telecom carriers to stop using American chips. And Oakland triggers a Bay Area spat with San Francisco by renaming its airport. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 11. The U.S. is building up its domestic semiconductor industry. But it will need a lot of workers to do it. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip has more. And markets and economics reporter Sam Goldfarb explains why inflation is a stubborn political problem for President Biden. Plus, O.J. Simpson, whose murder trial spurred a national debate over race and criminal justice, has died at the age of 76. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 11. U.S. intelligence shows Iran or its proxies could be preparing to attack Israel in retaliation for an alleged strike on an Iranian diplomatic building in Syria. WSJ correspondent Sune Rasmussen says the warning shows Iran itself might engage Israel in a conflict. Plus, Instagram begins warning teens against sending nude images. And WSJ reporter Isabel Coles unpacks the stakes of Kyiv’s anti-corruption campaign. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 10. A June interest-rate cut could be off the table after inflation came in hotter than expected for March. The major U.S. stock indexes fell on the news, with the Dow dropping more than 400 points. Chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 10. Ratings company Fitch says China’s public finances are facing strain as a result of a shaky economy and rising fiscal deficits. WSJ Asia markets editor Matthew Thomas explains how a prolonged property slump is at the center of Fitch’s concerns. Plus, more turbulence for Boeing as an engineer alleges it took shortcuts in fixing its jets. And how an EU court’s ruling that protection from climate change is a human right could have global ripple effects. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 9. Sunday’s NCAA women’s basketball tournament final drew more viewers than the men’s final for the first time in history. But the TV rights to broadcast it cost far less. Senior sports reporter Rachel Bachman explains why. And Arizona revives a 160-year-old abortion ban, putting the swing state front and center in the 2024 election. Plus, President Biden’s climate record beats that of his predecessors. So why don’t voters seem to care? Climate finance reporter Amrith Ramkumar explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 9. Laws meant to protect refugees from persecution are being used by vast numbers of economic migrants, creating a conundrum for rich countries, WSJ’s David Luhnow says. Plus, the U.S. proposes a six-week cease-fire in Gaza that would see hostages released. And, we take a look at the best job markets in America. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 8. Changing industries have shifted party politics in Pennsylvania. Economic churn is pushing voters toward Trump in the Pittsburgh area, potentially overwhelming Democrats’ base of college-educated workers. Reporter and editor Aaron Zitner explains. And JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns the U.S. could face an interest-rate spike. Plus, Donald Trump says abortion should be left to the states, in a new campaign video. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 8. Insurance companies are deploying drones, airplanes and even high-altitude balloons to document the condition of homes nationwide. WSJ reporter Jean Eaglesham explains how the ensuing wealth of aerial imagery is helping the industry ditch higher-risk properties. Plus, Israel withdraws troops from southern Gaza to prepare for a next, potentially larger offensive. And Elon Musk vows to fight Brazil’s Supreme Court in a free-speech showdown. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Final Four is now the final two ahead of Monday's NCAA men's college basketball championship. Women’s college basketball will crown its champion today. But off the court, many players and fans may have their eyes on Dartmouth, where the men’s basketball team last month voted to unionize. The move is already having ripple effects across the college sports world, with big questions over whether college athletes are amateurs or professionals. Wall Street Journal reporter Louise Radnofsky and sports columnist Jason Gay answer listener questions. Luke Vargas hosts. Further Reading Are NCAA Athletes Amateurs Anymore?  College Athletes Are Cashing In on the NCAA’s New Rules The NCAA Wants to Pay College Athletes. It Doesn’t Really Have a Choice.  College Sports Stares Down Its Doomsday Scenario  Dartmouth Basketball Players Vote to Unionize in New Challenge to NCAA’s Amateurism Model  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which beauty stock lost its glamor? And why is Levi’s betting on baggier jeans? Plus, what did Nelson Peltz and Trian Partners win after losing the Disney proxy battle against Bob Iger? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 5. We begin our series on inflation, starting with Argentina. Young people are getting “delulu” with their spending, buying more now since their pesos will get them less later. What’s Argentina doing about it? Producer Anthony Bansie reports. Plus, U.S. employers hired briskly in March, adding 303,000 jobs to the economy. Reporter Justin Lahart has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 5. More U.S. companies are shipping white-collar jobs across the Atlantic. WSJ reporter Chelsey Dulaney explains why a sluggish U.K. economy has made the country an unlikely outsourcing destination. Plus, Israel has agreed to allow more aid into Gaza after the White House warned that support for the war against Hamas depends on easing a growing humanitarian crisis. And China turns to new AI tools to spread misinformation abroad. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 4. President Biden has called for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, during a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to the White House. National politics reporter Vivian Salama has more. Meanwhile, the Israeli military scrambled GPS signals today, as the country prepares for possible retaliation from Iran. Plus, why Amazon sellers are miffed about return theft. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 4. NATO’s 32 members are gathering to mark the military alliance turning 75, but as WSJ Brussels bureau chief Dan Michaels explains, the anniversary comes amid growing tensions over how to handle the war in Ukraine. Plus, a Manhattan judge rules that Donald Trump’s hush money case can go ahead later this month. And interest rates in Europe and the U.S. finally look set to fall with rate cuts now firmly expected in June. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 3. Disney defeats activist shareholder Nelson Peltz in a fight for influence in the company’s boardroom. Hollywood business reporter Robbie Whelan has more on CEO Bob Iger’s victory over one of Wall Street’s most aggressive investors. And Paramount enters exclusive merger discussions with Skydance, pausing any conversations with other bidders. Plus, up to 20% of those who applied for college financial aid using a federal government form received incorrect results. Personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin says that could reduce their aid packages. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 3. A new WSJ poll finds that President Biden faces an uphill battle if he hopes to recreate his path to victory in the 2020 election this November. Journal editor Aaron Zitner explains whether the results offer any silver linings for the president. Plus, Taiwan suffers its strongest earthquake in more than two decades. And U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen prepares to warn China against flooding the world with cheap goods. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 2. How did an airplane factory in Washington state suffer the production breakdown that would allow an Alaska Airlines jet’s door plug to blow off midflight? Andrew Tangel has the details on a Wall Street Journal exclusive. And Tesla reports its first year-over-year decline in quarterly deliveries since 2020. Rebecca Elliott explains. Plus, Israel’s allies demand an explanation one day after an airstrike killed seven aid workers in Gaza. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 A.M. Edition for April 2. José Andres’ World Central Kitchen has suspended its operations in Gaza after seven of its workers were killed in what it said was an Israeli airstrike. WSJ Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin explains how the incident could cause diplomatic fallout in Washington. Plus, Disney takes an early lead in its proxy battle with Nelson Peltz. And Donald Trump posts bond in his civil fraud case. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for April 1. Occupancy rates at many senior communities in the U.S. are rising close to their pre-pandemic levels. Real-estate reporter Peter Grant explains that means for aging Americans—and for investors. And Google agrees to destroy private browsing data as part of a settlement that still leaves it vulnerable to individuals filing claims. National legal affairs reporter Erin Mulvaney has more. Plus, a Florida Supreme Court decision clears the way for voters to decide, this November, whether to guarantee abortion rights in their state constitution. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for April 1. Lawmakers backing a crackdown on TikTok are worried Senate changes to a recently passed House proposal could see their efforts delayed or scrapped entirely. Journal congressional reporter Natalie Andrews explains what could be in store for the legislation. Plus, families of Israeli hostages join anti-government protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. And AT&T discloses that a major data breach has seen the names and Social Security numbers of millions of account holders leaked on the dark web. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What was early trading like after Donald Trump’s Truth Social entered the public markets? And is selling Krispy Kreme doughnuts at McDonald’s restaurants a sweet deal? Plus, what’s troubling Boeing and United Airlines this week? Host Charley Grant discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Illegal immigration across the southern border has long been an issue that animates Republicans, but recent surges have made it a top concern for voters across the political spectrum. More than 100,000 migrants have come to New York City, and thousands of people are living in shelters in neighborhoods around the city while attempting to obtain legal status. The presence of these newcomers made immigration the top issue there in a recent special election for Congress. The winner, Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi, won by talking about border security, and his party-mates hope he has cracked the code for parrying GOP attacks on the issue. For the last installment of “Chasing the Base,” WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to Queens and Long Island to speak with officials and voters about how immigration has become an issue in places far from the southern border. Listen to previous episodes of “Chasing the Base” here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 29. Giant merger and acquisition deals are making a comeback. But will the rebound last? Reporter Ben Dummett has the story. And why immigration has become a top political issue far from the border, in New York. Political reporter Jimmy Vielkind has a preview of the latest episode of Chasing the Base. Plus, the Federal Reserve’s preferred gauge of inflation landed in line with expectations. Markets reporter Charley Grant has the details. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Correction: Evan Gershkovich was detained by Russian authorities on March 29. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said it was on March 28. (Corrected on March 29) Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 29. It’s been a year since Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was wrongfully detained in Russia. His friend and colleague Eliot Brown looks back on a year of stolen stories, stolen joys and stolen memories, and WSJ Assistant Editor Paul Beckett discusses the efforts under way to secure Evan’s release. Plus, President Biden tops up his campaign war chest with a star-studded fundraiser in New York. And major health insurers will start covering weight-loss drug Wegovy. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 28. Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of collapsed crypto exchange FTX, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for what prosecutors called one of the largest financial frauds in U.S. history. Cryptocurrency reporter Caitlin Ostroff has the details. And lawyers are gearing up for the legal fight over the Baltimore bridge collapse. Insurance reporter Jean Eaglesham explains why it could take years to resolve. Plus, financial regulation reporter Andrew Ackerman has more on why a bond reclassification might be raising your electricity bill. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 28. Tech companies are serving up million-dollar-a-year compensation packages and a host of other perks amid a shortage in AI talent. WSJ tech reporter Katherine Bindley pulls back the curtain on the fight to attract the right candidates. Plus, Google finds that Russian troll farms linked to the late founder of the Wagner Group are alive and peddling disinformation. And Home Depot eyes a future beyond its big orange stores. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 27. Hospitals are adding billions of dollars in facility fees to routine care, leaving unsuspecting patients with extra charges. Hospital industry reporter Melanie Evans has more. Plus, investigators are looking into whether contaminated fuel played a role in the accident. Senior reporter Costas Paris explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 27. As a probe into the Baltimore bridge accident begins, we are exclusively reporting that it will include whether dirty fuel played a role. WSJ reporter David Uberti also helps size up the economic impact of the collapse. Plus, NBC News drops Ronna McDaniel under pressure from its on-air talent. And, the WSJ’s Ben Eisen breaks down how surging housing prices are drawing in investors eager to snap up homes nearing foreclosure. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 26. Rescue workers continue to search for six people still unaccounted for after a bridge collapse in Baltimore. The bridge was hit by a cargo ship overnight. C. Ryan Barber reports from the scene. And a $20 billion merger deal between Kroger and Albertsons could hinge on the definition of what is a supermarket. Agriculture business reporter Patrick Thomas explains. Plus, shares of Donald Trump’s social-media company, Truth Social, surge in its trading debut. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 26. The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapses after a large containership crashed into it, sending vehicles and people into the water and cutting off traffic on Interstate 695. Plus, the Dominican Republic looks to a border wall to contain the crisis in neighboring Haiti. The WSJ’s Santiago Perez discusses what this means for the broader region, including the U.S. And, after a series of high-profile production blunders, some manufacturers are on a quest to eliminate errors. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 25. Teachers’ pay has barely budged since 1990, even with more funding for public schools. Now, some states want to pass pay mandates. WSJ K-12 education reporter Matt Barnum has more. And an appellate court ruled Donald Trump can post a smaller, $175 million bond in his civil fraud case. Plus, Boeing’s CEO is stepping down. Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreau has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 25. WSJ correspondent Thomas Grove examines Russian President Vladimir Putin’s response to a terrorist assault that claimed more than 130 lives, and why the Islamic State sees both the West and its authoritarian foes as enemies. Plus, Trump runs out of time to pay—or dodge—a $454 million penalty. And, CEO pay rides the stock-market wave. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even as inflation is coming down, food prices remain high both at supermarkets and restaurants. WSJ restaurants reporter Heather Haddon answers listener questions about what is keeping food prices so sticky and how consumers can shop and eat smarter. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Further Reading It’s Been 30 Years Since Food Ate Up This Much of Your Income  Food Is Taking a Bite Out of Your Income. These Consumers Are Getting Creative.  We Still Don’t Believe How Much Things Cost  Big Profits and High Prices: There Is a Connection  The Skyrocketing Costs Driving Cheeseburger Prices Up—and Restaurant Owners Out  Surge Pricing Is Coming to More Menus Near You  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did Unilever lose its taste for ice cream? And how much does Apollo want Paramount? Plus, did FedEx manage to deliver for investors? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 22. In Russia, authorities say explosions rocked a concert hall just outside Moscow and gunmen opened fire on concert-goers Friday evening, killing at least 40 people. Authorities are investigating it as a terrorist attack. And shares of Donald Trump’s SPAC are surging. Markets reporter Charley Grant explains who’s investing, and whether going public might ease the former president’s financial woes. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 22. WSJ Africa bureau chief Gabriele Steinhauser shares witness accounts of fresh atrocities committed in Darfur, two decades after mass killings there drew global attention. Plus, the U.S. shifts its policy toward Israel by pushing for an immediate Gaza ceasefire at the U.N. Security Council. And lender Fannie Mae predicts mortgage rates will stay higher for longer, even once the Fed starts cutting interest rates. Luke Vargas hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 21. Federal regulators say large grocery store chains were able to beat smaller rivals, using their size to keep their shelves stocked during the pandemic. Logistics and supply chain reporter Liz Young has more. And the Justice Department sues Apple, alleging it exploits an illegal monopoly. Plus, shares of Reddit soar, closing up more than 48% in its market debut. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Correction: Fifteen states and the District of Columbia joined the Justice Department’s suit against Apple. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said 17 states were involved. (Corrected on March 21) Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 21. Apple faces fresh legal challenges as Meta, Microsoft, X, Spotify and Match protest its new App Store policies. Plus, Donald Trump is in line for a $3.5 billion windfall from his stake in Truth Social. And our chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains how President Biden and Donald Trump have used the powers of the presidency to influence private businesses. Peter Granitz hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 20. Private equity, hedge funds and other investors are seeing potential in an unusual opportunity in Arizona—having an equity stake in law firms. National legal affairs reporter Erin Mulvaney has the story. And legal turmoil over a Texas immigration law leaves state and border residents mired in confusion. Reporter Elizabeth Findell has more. Plus, the Federal Reserve held interest-rates steady, but still sees three rate cuts on the horizon this year. The news sent all three major stock indexes to record highs. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 20. An appeals court has blocked a Texas law that would let the state arrest and deport non-citizens crossing the border illegally, despite a Supreme Court ruling allowing the law, known as SB4, to proceed. WSJ Supreme Court reporter Jess Bravin explains why the debate between Austin and Washington could have legal ripples throughout the country. Plus, Intel wins the biggest federal chipmaking grant to date. And the U.S. drops in world happiness rankings. Peter Granitz hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 19. A national legal settlement announced last week could upend the way more than a million people who broker home buying and selling get paid. Reporter Joseph De Avila explains how they are re-examining their careers. And the Supreme Court won’t block Texas from implementing its own criminal law, allowing state officials to arrest and deport immigrants, Plus, U.S. businesses want to revive expired tax breaks. U.S. tax policy reporter Richard Rubin explains why Senate Republicans aren’t on board. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 19. Japan’s central bank has raised rates for the first time in 17 years. WSJ Tokyo chief Peter Landers explains why this marks a milestone for one of the world’s biggest economies. Plus, Nvidia presents its next generation of chips. And, Israel agrees to send a team to Washington to discuss its plans in southern Gaza as Biden pushes Netanyahu to reconsider his war strategy. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 18. Stephanie Cohen, one of the most senior executives at Goldman Sachs, is leaving the company for a new role at Cloudflare. She is the latest in a string of departures by female partners. Reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis has more. And how an obscure server-maker, Super Micro Computer, had a better year than Nvidia. Plus, former President Donald Trump says he can’t secure a bond for a $454 million civil-fraud judgment against him. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 15. WSJ reporter Liza Lin explains how Chinese officials hope to reverse years of pandemic-induced isolation and boost the world’s second-largest economy. Plus, Vladimir Putin wins another six years in office. And, U.S. federal prosecutors are investigating Meta for its role in illicit drug sales. Luke Vargas hosts. Listening on Google Podcasts? Here's our guide for switching to a different podcast player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a big re-election win last year, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida is “where woke goes to die.” But the slew of culture-war policies he pushed, from restricting instruction about sexual orientation in schools to cracking down on drag performances, aren’t a top issue for many voters in the presidential race. While Republicans were generally supportive of DeSantis’s policies, they still said they preferred former President Donald Trump for the White House because of his stances on immigration and his record in the White House. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to central Florida to speak with parents, activists and long-time Republicans about the limits of the culture war and what role they might play in Trump’s re-election campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How are Boeing’s troubles affecting Southwest? And how is inflation impacting discount stores like Dollar Tree? Plus, will the return of a former CEO help Under Armour? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 15. The young adults in Generation Z are more skeptical of government and pessimistic about the future than any living generation before them. National political reporter Eliza Collins explains why, and whether the U.S. presidential candidates can engage them. And a groundbreaking settlement will change how Americans buy and sell homes. National legal affairs reporter Laura Kusisto explains. Plus, Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis can stay on the election-interference case against former President Donald Trump, now that the deputy with whom she had a romantic relationship has resigned. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 15. Top Chinese officials are sharply criticizing the U.S. for moves targeting TikTok, accusing Washington of using “robber’s logic” to try and snatch the popular app. WSJ China bureau chief Jonathan Cheng says that stance leaves TikTok’s Beijing-based owner with few options as it navigates its next steps. Plus, a Florida judge rejects Donald Trump’s bid to dismiss his Mar-a-Lago documents case. And correspondent Omar Abdel-Baqui breaks down the state of Gaza’s wartime economy amid soaring inflation and a breakdown of the banking sector. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 14. We often link big profits and high prices together. Our chief economics commentator Greg Ip dives into the details of their connection. And former U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is assembling a group to buy TikTok. Plus, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls for an end to Benjamin Netanyahu’s government in Israel, saying the prime minister “has lost his way.” Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 14. With the war in Ukraine and other crises occupying global attention, Kim Jong Un has enlarged his nuclear arsenal and deepened diplomatic connections with China and Russia. WSJ Korea bureau chief Timothy Martin says the heightened threat posed by North Korea was palpable during U.S.-South Korea military exercises that concluded today. Plus, fresh warning signs for the EV market as startup Fisker looks into a possible bankruptcy. And rising immigration reverses population declines in American cities. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 13. Bitcoin ETFs have drawn billions of dollars from investors but they still aren’t bringing in a key target audience: financial advisers. Markets reporter Vicky Ge Huang has more. Plus, House lawmakers overwhelmingly approve a bill that would ban TikTok in the U.S., or force a sale of the company. But the measure’s fate in the Senate is uncertain. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 13. House lawmakers are expected to pass legislation today calling for ByteDance to divest itself of TikTok or see the app banned in its most important market. WSJ reporter Stu Woo says the bill is the most serious threat yet to TikTok’s existence in America, but still faces potential hurdles in the Senate and the courts. Plus, the EU prepares to vote on world-first AI regulations. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 12. A Supreme Court ruling striking down affirmative action in admissions, changes in the federal financial-aid application, and testing requirements are making this an exceptionally confusing time for prospective students. Personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin has more. And slightly stronger than expected inflation in February is unlikely to deter the Federal Reserve’s rate cut plans. Reporter Justin Lahart explains. Plus, lawmakers grill special counsel Robert Hur over his report on President Biden’s handling of classified documents. Justice Department reporter Sadie Gurman has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 12. After a wave of terror attacks hit Europe starting in 2015 inspired by the Islamic State, Journal correspondent Bojan Pancevski reports that security services are now monitoring threats from a growing list of new sources. Plus, the Prime Minister of Haiti agrees to resign as violence rages in the Caribbean nation. And Chinese EV-giant BYD struggles with its overseas expansion amid a slew of quality-control issues. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 11. The price of gold, long considered a haven asset, has surprised Wall Street analysts by rising to new records. Markets reporter Bob Henderson discusses what is driving the rally and whether it is sustainable. And President Biden releases his budget proposal, with November’s general election in mind. Economic policy reporter Andrew Duehren has the details. Plus, social-media reporter Alexa Corse explains Elon Musk’s latest swipe at OpenAI—making his Grok chatbot open source. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 11. Companies are turning to generative AI for more and more tasks - including work that was once exclu sively the domain of well-paid knowledge workers. Workplace reporter Chip Cutter explains h ow those changes are fueling both ominous and optimistic predictions about the future of work. Plus, U.S. investors begin circling TikTok ahead of a congressional vote on banning the app or separating it from its Chinese owner. And why news agencies are removing a new photo of the Princess of Wales. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Streaming was supposed to make watching our favorite movie or TV show simpler than cable by giving us more choice over what we watch and when. But streaming has become a lot more complex in recent years, with a multitude of options from numerous different providers, including Netflix, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount and Comcast. How has that changed the way you stream? And what are streaming platforms doing in response? WSJ Los Angeles Bureau Chief Sarah Krouse answers your questions about the streaming wars and the battle for your subscriptions. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Further Reading:  Americans Are Canceling More of Their Streaming Services ESPN, Fox and Warner Team Up to Create Sports Streaming Platform Paramount+ Owner Discussed Combining It With Comcast’s Peacock Netflix’s Subscribers, Revenue Surge as It Cracks Down on Password Sharing Wait, Netflix Has Games?’ Streaming Giant Plans New Videogames Based on Its Hit Shows You Hated Your Cable Package. Your Streaming Services Are Bringing It Back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which Broadcom financial figures swayed investors? And how is Target planning its turnaround? Plus, how much does a Rivian with a glovebox cost? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 8. U.S. job hot-spots are shifting from the West to the Sunbelt cities like Phoenix and Albuquerque. Workplace reporter Te-Ping Chen explains why. And a preliminary report finds Colorado’s star DNA analyst intentionally manipulated data. Plus, Apple reverses its ban on Fornite-maker Epic Games in the EU. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 8. President Biden used a fiery State of the Union speech to confront Republicans on immigration, the issue viewed as Americans’ top priority in recent polls. WSJ Washington coverage chief Damian Paletta explains the significance of Biden acknowledging some of the problems caused by the border crisis. Plus, U.S. lawmakers mount their most serious attempt yet to ban TikTok or separate it from its Chinese owner. And on International Women’s Day we’ll look at how cuts to government spending threaten progress on gender equality. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 7. A U.S. espionage investigation finds communication device on Chinese cranes at U.S. ports. Cybersecurity and intelligence reporter Dustin Volz explains why U.S. officials are concerned. And a Wall Street Journal investigation has found that since October 7th, Israeli settlers have been rapidly building illegal roads and outposts across the West Bank. More from our video investigations team. Plus, a forensic DNA scandal threatens thousands of criminal cases in Colorado. Enterprise reporter Dan Frosch has the details. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 7. Journal tech reporter Sam Schechner explains how the EU’s Digital Markets Act threatens the dominance of Apple’s App Store and could create new opportunities for Google. Plus, Chinese exports surge as the West readies tariffs to stem a flood of cheap goods. And the U.S. sounds the alarm over the situation in Haiti as warlords threaten to take over the country. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 6. With Nikki Haley out of the race, the country is headed toward a rematch between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. WSJ reporter and editor Aaron Zitner has more. And struggling New York Community Bancorp gets an investment of more than $1 billion. Plus, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank is on track for rate cuts this year. Chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 6. The Journal is exclusively reporting that Nikki Haley plans to suspend her presidential campaign this morning after being trounced in primary contests across the country. Politics editor Ben Pershing explains the significance of Haley’s expected decision to withhold an endorsement of Donald Trump. Plus, Molly Ball breaks down the Super Tuesday results, Trump’s pivot to the general election and his options for uniting the Republican Party. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 5. Larger banks have more insulation from the pressures their smaller peers face. But, there are risks in going from a midsize lender to a bigger one. Heard on the Street writer Telis Demos explains. And voters in 15 states head to the polls for Super Tuesday. National political reporter Eliza Collins has more. Plus, bitcoin hits a new record. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 5. China has set an ambitious growth target for this year, signaling Beijing’s confidence in the economy. The Journal’s China bureau chief Jonathan Cheng explains what impact the country’s changing economy could have on the rest of the world. Plus, the U.S. welcomes a top Israeli opposition leader to Washington. And, Bitcoin is within s triking distance of its all-time high as ETF fund inflows continue to surge. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 4. Escalating payroll costs and diners’ dwindling tolerance for higher checks are putting U.S. independent restaurants in a squeeze. Restaurants reporter Heather Haddon has more. Plus, the Supreme Court restored former President Donald Trump’s ballot eligibility, reversing a Colorado decision to disqualify him and ending similar challenges to his candidacy elsewhere. Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 4. The U.S. begins Gaza aid airdrops following similar moves by Egypt, Jordan and Qatar in recent days, and come as negotiations to secure a Gaza truce appear to hit a roadblock. Plus, editor Aaron Zitner breaks down a new Journal poll showing President Biden getting little benefit from a more upbeat mood about the U.S. economy. And defense reporter Doug Cameron explains how pilotless planes could be the future for the U.S. Air Force. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last year, the U.S. Surgeon General warned that social media could pose “profound risk of harm” to young people’s mental health. What makes social media potentially harmful, and whose responsibility is it to protect kids? Reporters Julie Jargon and Jeff Horwitz answer your questions about how social media works and what that means for parents. And Nicol Turner Lee, director of the Center for Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution, tells us about the role legislation could play. Luke Vargas hosts. Further reading: ​​‘You Have Blood on Your Hands’: Senators Say Tech Platforms Hurt Children  States Crack Down on Social Media for Teens: ‘There Are No Guardrails’ NYC Sues Social-Media Companies for Youth Mental-Health Effects  Keeping Teens Safe Online Has to Go Beyond Parental Controls. Here’s What to Do.  Meta Staff Found Instagram Tool Enabled Child Exploitation. The Company Pressed Ahead Anyway.  How Governments Are Trying to Keep Young Children Off Social Media, From Face Scans to ID Checks  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did “Emergency Pizza” work out for Domino’s? And is there space for a new weight-loss drug? Plus, is Spirit AeroSystems about to land at Boeing hangars? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for March 1. Elon Musk has sued OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, alleging they broke the company’s founding agreement by giving priority to profit over the benefits to humanity. WSJ tech reporter Sam Schechner has the details. And Boeing is in talks to buy troubled jet-fuselage supplier Spirit AeroSystems. Plus, President Biden says the U.S. will begin airdropping humanitarian aid to Gaza in the next few days. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for March 1. With at least half of the global population now governed by people in their 70s and 80s, Journal reporter Jon Emont explains the effect older leaders are having on political priorities around the world. Plus, Disney’s proxy fight takes a dramatic turn as Walt Disney’s heirs speak out. And coal demand sends energy-related CO2 emissions to a record high. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 29. Apple is lagging behind, when it comes to generative AI. Apple reporter Aaron Tilley explains why some investors are concerned. And Hamas is losing every battle in Gaza. Contributing reporter Anat Peled explains why the U.S.-designated terrorist group still thinks it can win. Plus, the U.S. House passes a temporary spending bill aimed at averting a partial government shutdown. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 29. A U.S. regulator is reportedly scrutinizing internal communications from OpenAI to see whether the company’s investors were misled. Journal tech reporter Sam Shechner says the probe is part of a wider fallout from CEO Sam Altman’s ouster and reinstatement last year. Plus, the FAA gives Boeing 90 days to make comprehensive safety and quality control improvements. And, Donald Trump is disqualified from the Illinois primary ballot. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 28. Is the artificial-intelligence boom a bubble? Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains that thinking in those terms isn’t very helpful. And the Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether Donald Trump must stand trial in a 2020 election interference case. Plus, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has announced he will step down from the leadership role in November. Congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump win their respective primaries in Michigan, but as John McCormick and Sabrina Siddiqui report, protest votes are flashing a warning sign for both candidates, as the state is shaping up to be a key battleground this year. Plus, lawmakers in Alabama rush to pass IVF protections as they confront the political fallout from the state’s ruling. And, the feud between Universal Music and TikTok reaches a fever-pitch. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 27. Congressional leaders emerged from a White House meeting on Tuesday optimistic they would reach a deal to avert a government shutdown. Congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes has more. Plus, hotels are still struggling with staffing shortages, which could mean higher travel prices. Reporter Will Feuer explains. And Macy’s plans to close 150 stores as part of a turnaround plan. Retail reporter Suzanne Kapner has the details. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 27. Following the SEC’s January approval of U.S. exchange-traded funds that hold bitcoin, a slew of Wall Street firms have applied to launch other crypto funds holding a smaller and more volatile asset. WSJ reporter Vicky Ge Huang explains the prospects for spot ether ETFs. Plus, President Biden urges lawmakers to avoid a looming government shutdown. And Canada proposes forcing social-media platforms to remove harmful content. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 26. The Federal Trade Commission has sued to block one of the largest supermarket deals ever—a proposed tie-up between Kroger and Albertsons. Agriculture business reporter Patrick Thomas explains. And Nvidia is at the top of the artificial-intelligence economy. Semiconductor reporter Asa Fitch discusses potential challenges to its dominance. Plus, in a surprise move, Iran reduces its near-weapons-grade nuclear material stockpile. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 26. WSJ senior political correspondent Molly Ball explains why Nikki Haley is continuing her primary fight against Donald Trump after a string of defeats in early-voting states. Plus, Benjamin Netanyahu pledges to push ahead with an Israeli invasion of Rafah despite U.S. pushback. And why Warren Buffett is happy standing pat on a record pile of cash. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Was Nvidia the only stock that mattered this week? And has Rivian’s motor stalled? Plus, how did a lunar landing send a company shooting for the stars? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Factory employees and other working-class voters have long been a key political constituency in Midwest states like Michigan. They had been reliable Democrats, but former President Donald Trump won many of them over to his column in 2016. His continued appeal among blue-collar voters has kept him on track to once again secure the GOP nomination. It’s a voting bloc that also will be hotly contested in the general election. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to metro Detroit to speak with auto workers and former Democrats that Trump brought into his fold to find out what’s behind his enduring popularity with these groups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 23. Nvidia hit $2 trillion in valuation in morning trading, before falling back below the mark at closing. It is still one of the most valuable U.S. companies, trailing only Microsoft and Apple. Plus, markets reporter Caitlin McCabe explains the strategy behind the three hedge funds dominating the game. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 23. U.S. firm Intuitive Machines makes a historic touchdown, becoming the first commercial outfit to put a spacecraft on the Moon. Plus, a cyberattack hits one of America’s biggest prescription processors. And two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, James Marson and Georgi Kantchev take stock of how both economies are faring amid sanctions, declining aid and major military expenditures. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 22. Shares of Nvidia soared more than 16%, setting a record for the largest one-day market cap gain for any company and powering a rally in U.S. markets. Semiconductor reporter Asa Fitch explains. And new data shows more than half of college graduates are working in jobs where their degrees aren’t needed. Careers reporter Lindsay Ellis has more. Plus, AT&T says it has restored service, after thousands of customers reported losing cell service. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 22. Nvidia’s shares have spiked in pre-market trading after the AI titan said revenues soared 265% in the last quarter. Heard on the Street tech columnist Dan Gallagher unpicks the blockbuster earnings and what the future holds for the AI revolution. Plus, Japanese stocks eclipse a 1989 record. And an Alabama court ruling is already changing the landscape for fertility treatment in the state. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 21. Reddit wants to offer shares to 75,000 of its biggest users, in the hope they will boost its stock-market debut, according to people familiar with the matter. IPO reporter Corrie Driebusch explains the possible risks and rewards of the strategy. And the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s January meeting show more officials were concerned with cutting rates too soon as opposed to holding rates too high for too long. Plus, the vice president of Boeing’s 737 program is leaving the company. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 21. To pay for flashy spending plans, Saudi Arabia is turning to borrowing and planning a major sale of Aramco stock. WSJ reporter Chelsey Dulaney breaks down the long term tradeoffs that could accompany those moves. Plus, American food spending hits highs not seen in more than three decades. And legendary tech investor Cathie Wood joins others in capturing profits from chipmaker Nvidia. Hear more from her on WSJ Special Access on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 20. The first case involving what defense lawyers call “shadow insider trading” goes to trial next month. Reporter Dave Michaels explains the test it poses for the SEC. And after decades of debate, the U.S. Treasury Department is planning to extend anti-money-laundering rules to private equity. WSJ Pro reporter Chris Cumming has more. Plus, FuboTV sues ESPN, Warner and Fox over their planned sports-streaming service. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 20. Capital One’s more than $35 billion purchase of Discover would vastly increase its power in the payments ecosystem currently dominated by Visa and Mastercard. Plus, Israel gives Hamas a Ramadan deadline to return hostages or face a ground offensive in Rafah. And WSJ reporter Rhiannon Hoyle takes us inside a recent bust in EV metals prices that’s thwarting attempts to steer supply chains away from China. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s earning season and many retail investors wonder what moves they should make based on companies’ quarterly reports. On this week’s What’s News Sunday, markets reporter Hardika Singh answers listeners’ questions about the dominance of the Magnificent Seven in the S&P 500. Then, some of our beat reporters take on listeners’ questions on specific companies and industries, including tech, renewable energy and EVs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did Lyft's stock respond to a typo in the company's earnings report? And what does an activist investor have planned for JetBlue? Plus, is Robinhood out of the woods? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 16. A Manhattan judge has ordered former President Donald Trump and his business to pay more than $350 million dollars for misrepresenting his wealth for financial gain. The judge has also placed restrictions on Trump’s future business activity. Reporter Corinne Ramey has the details. Plus, Moscow bureau chief Ann M. Simmons reflects on the life and legacy of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in a Russian penal colony today. He was 47. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 16. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis testifies in a dramatic hearing as defense attorneys make conflict-of-interest allegations in order to sideline her from an election-interference case. Plus, OpenAI unveils a new tool to create realistic AI videos based on written prompts. And WSJ reporter Robert McMillan explains how a new era of deepfakes is complicating upcoming elections around the world. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 15. The Biden administration confirms that Russia is developing an antisatellite weapon that represents a serious concern, but does not pose an active threat to Americans’ safety. And U.S. retail sales fell more than analysts had expected in January. Markets reporter Charley Grant has more. Plus, a WSJ exclusive: Egypt is building a walled enclosure for Palestinian refugees, as an Israeli offensive looms in southern Gaza. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 15. The Republican chairman of the House Intelligence Committee warned yesterday of a “serious national-security threat” that people familiar with the matter said related to Russian ambitions to develop a nuclear weapon in space, leading House Speaker Mike Johnson to try and reassure the public. And as America’s immigration influx continues to spark a political firestorm, the WSJ’s Paul Kiernan says a new report finds it could also trigger an economic windfall. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 14. At least one person was killed and several others injured after shots were fired in Kansas City, where crowds gathered to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl win. And the State Department is investigating several airstrikes in Gaza that killed dozens of civilians, which could result in new conditions on the delivery of U.S. weapons to Israel. Reporter Dion Nissenbaum has more. Plus, health reporter Liz Essley White explains why the FTC is launching a probe into a shortage of drugs sold to U.S. hospitals. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 14. Alejandro Mayorkas is now the first sitting cabinet official in history to be impeached, however the Democratic-controlled Senate is unlikely to remove him from office. It comes as new figures for January are showing a sharp drop in illegal crossings from Mexico to the U.S. Plus, an earnings-release typo triggers a 60% rally in shares of Lyft. And WSJ reporter Jon Emont previews a decisive election in Indonesia as the world’s fourth most-populous country races to get rich before it gets old. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 13. U.S. stocks tumbled, after January’s consumer-price index came in above Wall Street expectations. WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Justin Lahart explains what it means for the Federal Reserve. Plus, there is more trouble for New York Community Bancorp, tied to tougher rent laws in New York City. Housing reporter Will Parker has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 13. A $95.3 billion package to help fund U.S. allies clears the Senate, but faces a less certain fate in the GOP-controlled House. Plus, China delivers some good news for the planet. The WSJ’s Sha Hua explains how it pulled off a massive renewables rollout, and how this shapes the global response to climate change. And, we look at whether facial recognition is likely to replace office badges. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 12. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wants to raise trillions of dollars to reshape the semiconductor industry, which is crucial to developing AI. But even if he is able to raise that amount of funding, there are still plenty of challenges. Reporter Asa Fitch has more. And Israel proposes an evacuation of Rafah ahead of its impending invasion, despite U.S. concerns. Plus, case rates of uterine cancer are rising. Health reporter Brianna Abbott has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 12. President Biden and other leaders denounce Donald Trump’s suggestion that he would encourage Russia to invade U.S. allies that don’t contribute sufficiently to military defense. Plus, the Israeli military says it has rescued two hostages held in southern Gaza. And the WSJ’s Lauren Thomas breaks down the boardroom drama at Disney ahead of what is expected to be the most expensive shareholder fight ever. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s going on with the U.S. housing market? On this week’s What’s News Sunday, reporters Veronica Dagher and Will Parker answer listeners’ questions about everything from what future interest-rate changes could mean for anyone looking to rent or buy a home, to how to know when it’s the right time to refinance. Further reading: The Economy Is Starting to Look Normal—Housing Isn’t  The Rise of Forever Renters  Sales Pitch for an 8% Mortgage: Buy Now, Refinance Later—for Free  For Property Investors, The Price of a Home Is Still Not Right  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is DocuSign tightening its belt? And what connects McDonald’s with the war in Gaza? Plus, what’s driving Disney’s growth? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 9. President Biden’s age and leadership abilities have come under fresh scrutiny after a report on his handling of classified materials. White House reporter Ken Thomas discusses the Democratic and Republican responses. And agriculture business reporter Patrick Thomas explains why less U.S. pork consumption is a problem for the economy. Plus, reporter Kejal Vyas has more on Venezuela’s military deployment to the border with oil-rich Guyana. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 9. A range of measures show the U.S. economy is on the upswing amid brisk consumer spending, tempering inflation and low unemployment. However, WSJ editor Aaron Zitner explains that many Americans feel a deep sense of financial pessimism that is confounding economists, investors and business owners. Plus, President Biden rejects suggestions that his memory is fading. And OpenAI founder Sam Altman seeks trillions of dollars to reshape the business of chips and AI. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 8. Special counsel Robert Hur concluded President Biden was sloppy in holding on to classified material that he knowingly kept and shared while a private citizen. Biden will not face criminal charges. And the Supreme Court expresses skepticism over a challenge to Donald Trump’s ballot eligibility. Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin has more. Plus, energy reporter Benoît Morenne explains how billionaire donors including the Rockefellers swayed the White House on LNG exports. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 8. The U.S. trade deficit with China fell last year to its lowest in over a decade. But as chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains, the U.S. hasn’t quite kicked the Chinese import habit as Chinese and Western manufacturers find ways around tariffs. Plus, Elon Musk ratchets up his fight against Disney. And the Supreme Court prepares to take up the question of Donald Trump’s ballot eligibility in a historic hearing this morning. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 7. A new venture from ESPN, Fox and Warner will combine their sports content. Media reporter Isabella Simonetti explains what it will mean for consumers. And Heard on the Street columnist Jinjoo Lee explains how challenges to store credit cards could pose a threat to department store profits. Plus, the Senate prepares to vote on aid to Ukraine and other allies. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 7. Nikki Haley suffers an embarrassing defeat in Nevada’s primary while Biden scores—though the WSJ’s Tarini Parti says cracks are beginning to emerge between the president and progressives, threatening his chances of re-election. Plus, a surplus of new housing is driving down rents–but only for the wealthiest renters. And, ESPN, Fox and Warner strike a streaming deal that will reshape the sports landscape. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 6. In a preliminary report, the National Transportation Safety Board found that four critical bolts needed to hold an Alaska Airlines plane’s plug door in place were missing, before the early January blowout involving a Boeing 737 MAX 9. And shares of New York Community Bancorp plunge, after last week’s earnings report. Markets reporter Gina Heeb has more. Plus, a federal appeals court rejects former President Donald Trump’s immunity claim. Justice Department and legal affairs reporter C. Ryan Barber explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 6. A bipartisan deal designed to sharply cut down on illegal crossings at the U.S. border–and pass funding for Ukraine and Israel–seems set to fail. Plus, Nikki Haley applies for Secret Service protection as she faces increasing threats. And, WSJ’s David Benoit explains why America’s biggest bank is doubling down on old-school brick-and-mortar branches. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 5. U.S. stocks ended the day lower, on dashed hopes we would see rate cuts sooner rather than later. And a WSJ investigation reveals how hundreds of funeral homes have violated a fair practice rule, but kept their names shielded from the public. Medical science reporter Dominique Mosbergen explains. Plus, England’s King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 A.M. Edition for Feb. 5. The Biden administration attempts to pair military action with diplomacy in an effort to reshape the Middle East. Correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains whether that strategy is yielding any results. Plus, lawmakers in Washington prepare for expected votes on a border deal and aid for Israel. And Boeing finds a new problem with undelivered 737 MAX jets. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former President Donald Trump is quickly racking up delegates on the road to the Republican presidential nomination. But the path forward on his criminal cases is a lot less certain. Trump stands accused of 91 criminal counts in four separate cases, in three states and in Washington, D.C., including two related to his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss, one that accuses him of improperly retaining classified documents, and one connected to alleged hush-money payments to an adult film actress during the 2016 election. With appeals ongoing and a chance the Supreme Court could weigh in on some of the charges, WSJ’s Jan Wolfe explains where the cases stand and the likelihood that any of them will actually come to trial before the election. Further Reading: How Trump’s Courtroom Calendar Collides With His Campaign Calendar  Trump Rivals Were Hoping for a Courtroom Knockout. Time Is Running Out.  Trump Legal Bills Eat Up One Quarter of His 2023 Fundraising  Trump’s Legal Woes Splinter GOP Unity  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did GM raise its outlook for 2024? And in a w eek of big tech earnings, what’s behind the market’s different reactions to Google parent Alphabet and Microsoft versus Meta and Amazon? Plus, why has Norfolk Southern become the target of an activist investor? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 2. The U.S. began a series of airstrikes against Iranian-backed militias in Syria and Iraq in an effort to deter more attacks against American forces in the region. And the January jobs report soars past expectations. Reporter Eric Wallerstein has more. Plus, Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis admits to a relationship with a top deputy, but denies any wrongdoing in the election-interference case against Donald Trump. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 2. Earnings reports this week have cast a spotlight on the tech behemoths that continue to leave the rest of the S&P 500 in their dust. Eileen Burbidge, the founder of Passion Capital, explains whether investors can still find upside among the world’s most valuable companies. Plus, Intel delays construction of its $20 billion Ohio chip plant. And Barbie-maker Mattel attracts an activist investor eager to shake up the toy company. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Feb. 1. Lenders in the U.S., Switzerland and Japan have announced losses tied to troubled real-estate lending. Financial reporter Eliot Brown has the details. And senior reporter Drew Hinshaw explains how security crises on the high seas are threatening global trade. Plus, CEOs have plenty of perks, but as “On the Clock” columnist Callum Borchers explains, the job can also be hazardous to their health. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Feb. 1. Tesla’s CEO says he will call a shareholder vote on moving the company’s state of incorporation to Texas. Plus, EU leaders approve billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine just weeks before Kyiv runs out of funding. And, President Biden bets hefty subsidies can help him deliver on a key policy–and land him a pre-election win. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 31. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, and signaled that cuts are possible, but not imminent. Chief economics correspondent Greg Ip explains. And trillion dollar asset-manager BlackRock wades into infrastructure. Markets reporter Jack Pitcher has more. Plus, U.S. lawmakers take social media CEOs to task—again—over online harms to children. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 31. Two tech giants kicked off a banner week for the Magnificent Seven with strong results, but Heard on the Street tech columnist Dan Gallagher says investors want to know when investments into AI will pay off. Plus, a judge strikes down Elon Musks’s $55.8 billion Tesla pay package, raising questions about the CEO’s ties to his board. And, NovoNordisk rides the weight-loss drug wave. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 30. UPS is the latest big company to trim its ranks, announcing plans to cut 12,000 workers this year. And global defense industry reporter Doug Cameron breaks down why some big defense companies are passing on deals with the Pentagon. Plus, reporter Peter Grant explains why the commercial real-estate crisis is reaching elite office buildings. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 30. The surgery is a potential milestone in the development of “brain-computer interface” technology that could one day help those suffering from debilitating conditions such as paralysis to interact with their surroundings. Professor Anne Vanhoestenberghe explains how the technology works and its potential risks and rewards. Plus, Chinese EV-giant BYD slips as profits miss expectations. And a former Fed official weighs in on the most-watched meeting of the year. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 29. The U.S. failed to stop a deadly drone strike in Jordan on Sunday, when an enemy drone approached an American military outpost at the same time a U.S. drone was returning to base, according to U.S. officials. And more U.S. fracking companies are going electric. But transitioning isn’t so easy. Benoît Morenne explains. Plus, the $400,000 job at Walmart that doesn’t require a college degree. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 29. Three U.S. service members were killed in Jordan in a drone strike that the U.S. said was carried out by Iran-backed militants. The WSJ’s Jared Malsin says the attack increases the risk of widening conflict in the region. Plus, Chinese developer Evergrande is ordered to liquidate despite a last-minute push by creditors to prevent a breakup. And with tax season kicking off, we look at one thing the IRS is paying extra attention to this year. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you feeling hesitant about getting back into the sky? After the recent Alaska Airlines incident, when a Boeing 737 Max 9 lost an emergency exit-sized door plug during a flight, many flyers have had airplane safety top of mind. So before you return your seat back and tray table to its full, upright position, WSJ aviation reporter Ben Katz is here to answer your questions about aviation safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did streaming giant Netflix sign a deal with WWE? And how did IBM turn into a big winner this week? Plus, why is Tesla hitting speed bumps? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 26. The nation’s three biggest cell phone carriers reported strong gains this week—and much of the growth seems to be coming from customers switching plans, rather than signing up for new ones. Reporter Will Feuer explains. And the Fed’s preferred gauge of inflation shows price pressures moderated in December. Plus, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shakes up the leadership ranks. WSJ deputy bureau chief David Benoit explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 26. New data shows that fully remote employees are more likely to be let go than their peers. Plus, President Biden hits pause on new approvals for natural gas exports in a win for environmental groups. And WSJ reporter Nick Kostov details increasing competition in the luxury goods industry as shoppers pull back from their post-pandemic splurges. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 25. Donald Trump’s political rivals hoped his criminal trials would knock him out of the race by now. But, he is still standing—and time is running out. Senior writer Aruna Viswanatha has more. And U.S. economic growth accelerated last year. Plus, WSJ “Your Health” columnist Sumathi Reddy explains a debate among doctors over whether to rename low-grade prostate cancers. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 25. Tesla shares slide after the electric-vehicle maker warns of notably slower growth in 2024. Saxo Bank’s Peter Garnry breaks down the company’s latest earnings report and analyzes the road ahead for EVs. Plus, the FAA restricts Boeing’s production of 737 Max jets. And Israel risks a new rift with the U.S. as it builds a buffer zone along the Gaza border. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 24. Last year’s banking crisis may be over, but there are still challenges for regional lenders. Several saw profits fall sharply in the fourth quarter. Banking reporter Gina Heeb has more. And WSJ Pro reporter Luis Garcia explains why some private-equity firms are betting big on the future of natural gas. Plus, Microsoft’s market valuation crosses the $3 trillion mark for the first time. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 24. Former president Donald Trump easily won the New Hampshire primary Tuesday. But exit polls showed a significant number of Republicans would not support him in a general election. Plus, Apple plans to get around European antitrust rules by charging developers that offer downloads outside of the App Store. And software giant SAP slashes jobs to focus on AI. Peter Granitz hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 23. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah at the Israel-Lebanon border has escalated into an undeclared war. South Europe bureau chief Marcus Walker explains. And U.S. attention is turning to West Africa, where diplomats hope to stem the rise of militant groups. State Department and foreign policy reporter Will Mauldin has more details. Plus, New Hampshire voters are casting their ballots in the nation’s first presidential primary. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 23. The United States and the United Kingdom launched a major assault on Houthi military targets in Yemen. It’s the eighth attack on the rebels to try and deter the Houthis from striking vessels in the Red Sea. Plus, WSJ reporter Rebecca Feng explains why China’s property slowdown shows little sign of reversing any time soon. And the company that led the charge for regulators to approve Bitcoin ETFs sees massive outflows, as competing crypto funds reap the benefits. Peter Granitz hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 22. The Dow and the S&P 500 closed at new records today, with the Dow clearing 38000 for the first time. And commercial property reporter Konrad Putzier explains how landlords are offering incentives to tenants to fill empty office space. Plus, is the office even fun anymore? Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 22. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis suspends his campaign for the Republican nomination to be president, vowing to support Donald Trump and hitting out at his closest rival, Nikki Haley. Plus, Ukrainian officials say their country will run out of money in the coming months as aid from the U.S. and EU stalls. And WSJ reporter Paul Hannon explains what attacks on ships in the Red Sea could mean for the cost of your next t-shirt or couch. Peter Granitz hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Hampshire offers the best chance for Donald Trump’s rivals in the Republican presidential primary race to notch a win, political analysts say, because of its relatively centrist GOP electorate and an open primary that lets independent voters cast ballots alongside the party’s base. Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie tried to make an anti-Trump case there and failed, and now former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley is hoping her argument that chaos follows the former president will resonate with enough people to give her an upset victory. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to New Hampshire to speak with die-hard Trump supporters and other voters who have been turned off by his ongoing criminal cases and other baggage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are some airlines facing turbulence? And which similar banks had very different quarterly results? Plus, why did chip makers lead tech stocks higher? Host Charley Grant discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 19. A tech-led rally led to record closes for the S&P 500 and the Dow. And home sales hit their lowest level in nearly 30 years in 2023. Plus, markets reporter Sam Goldfarb explains how more companies with low credit ratings are slashing their borrowing costs. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 19. Both the Senate and House passed a short term spending bill that averts a government shutdown. It’s the latest in a string of stopgap measures and keeps the government funded into March. Plus, the U.S. accelerates its strikes on Houthi targets. And recapping the week at Davos with WSJ editor in chief Emma Tucker. Peter Granitz hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 18. Investors poured trillions of dollars into money-market funds and other cash-like investments during the Federal Reserve’s rate-hike campaign. Now, Wall Street’s hoping they move it into stocks and bonds. Markets reporter Eric Wallerstein explains. And drugmakers have already raised prices for hundreds of drugs, in the U.S. including blockbusters Ozempic and Mounjaro. Reporter Jennifer Calfas has more. Plus, the Justice Department details “cascading failures” in the response to the 2022 mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 18. Tensions in the Middle East are spreading after Pakistan conducted strikes on Iran in retaliation for an airstrike conducted by Tehran earlier this week.  WSJ Middle East correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains how the Israel-Hamas war is threatening to pull the rest of the region into conflict and what that means for U.S. military priorities. Plus, negotiators on Capitol Hill inch closer to a deal on U.S. border security and Ukraine aid. And, children using Instagram and Facebook have been frequent targets of sexual harassment, according to newly unredacted internal documents. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 17. A new report by the American Cancer Society shows that many cancers are on the rise in the U.S., even as overall deaths are down. And, the disease is striking more young people. Health reporter Brianna Abbott has more. And a WSJ scoop: a Chinese lab mapped the Covid-19 virus, two weeks before Beijing told the world. Plus, two cases before the Supreme Court could overturn the Reagan-era Chevron ruling. Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 17. A troubled property market and weak consumer confidence dragged on China’s economy last year, leading to an expansion of just 5.2%. WSJ Asian economics reporter Jason Douglas explains whether 2024 is likely to bring more of the same. Plus, Boeing shares slide into bear-market territory amid concerns over its safety record. And  proposed U.S. legislation would make it a federal crime to share digitally-altered nude images of real people. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 16. Some recent graduates are still waiting for their expensive M.B.A.s to pay off. Careers reporter Lindsay Ellis explains why they are struggling to find work. Plus, a federal judge has blocked JetBlue’s planned acquisition of discount carrier Spirit Airlines, agreeing with the U.S. Justice Department that it would eliminate an important competitor. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 16. Former President Donald Trump won with the largest margin in the history of Iowa caucuses, affirming his dominant position in the 2024 GOP race. WSJ senior political correspondent Molly Ball explains what Trump’s strong support within the Republican base means for runners-up Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley. Plus, Tesla shares drop after Elon Musk says he wants voting control at the EV-maker. And Houthi rebels in Yemen set their sights on U.S. targets. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evangelical Christians hold great sway over Iowa’s Republican caucuses. They set back Donald Trump in 2016 when Ted Cruz finished ahead of him. Since then, Trump appointed conservative judges to the U.S. Supreme Court who voted to overturn Roe v. Wade, which provided federal abortion protections. He also has been found liable for sexual abuse. WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to Des Moines and its surrounding communities to speak with evangelical voters who support Trump despite misgivings about his personal life, and those who did so previously but may be going a different direction this election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 12. JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup and Wells Fargo report their earnings from the final quarter of 2023. WSJ deputy editor David Benoit breaks down the numbers. And reporter Te-Ping Chen has more on some downsides of remote work. Plus, workplace reporter Chip Cutter explains his supercommute. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 12. A coalition led by the U.S. hit Iran-backed rebels in Yemen overnight, two days after the Houthis defied an ultimatum to stop attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea. WSJ foreign correspondent Stephen Kalin explains whether further escalation is likely. Plus, Boeing shares drop after U.S. regulators launch a probe into the planemaker’s safety procedures. And Beijing bureau chief Jonathan Cheng previews what’s at stake in key weekend elections in Taiwan. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 11. Chesapeake Energy and Southwestern Energy officially announce plans to merge, amid lots of dealmaking in the energy sector. Reporter Benoît Morenne explains. Plus, Treasury Department reporter Andrew Duehren explains why the U.S. is reviewing a deal between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel. And, how Wall Street is responding to the first day of tradi ng spot bitcoin ETFs. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Polls show Donald Trump is the far-and-away frontrunner for the Republican nomination for president in this year’s election. But what's driving support from GOP voters? In this multi-part series, WSJ political reporter Jimmy Vielkind travels to some of the key states that will decide the Republican nomination, speaking with GOP primary voters to find out why Trump has such enduring appeal among conservatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 11. Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley clash in Iowa ahead of the state’s Republican caucuses. WSJ politics reporter Alex Leary says Chris Christie’s exit from the campaign could shape the race to replace Donald Trump as the GOP presidential frontrunner. Plus, Google has laid off hundreds of employees as the tech giant shifts resources toward its AI business. And, what’s next for cryptocurrencies after the SEC approves Bitcoin ETFs. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 10. The SEC approves bitcoin exchange-traded funds for everyday investors. And borrowing from the Federal Reserve’s emergency fund for banks has soared in recent weeks. Are banks gaming the system? Markets reporter Eric Wallerstein explains. Plus, national political reporter Eliza Collins has more on what to watch for in tonight’s GOP presidential debate in Iowa. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 10. The Securities and Exchange Commission is preparing to rule today on whether to approve the first-ever bitcoin-holding ETFs. WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos previews what could be a historic day for the crypto community. Plus, armed gangs launch coordinated attacks in Ecuador as Latin America contends with rising drug-related violence. And why ‘derisking’ China-reliant supply chains is creating new risks. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 9. Businesses are making a conscious effort to avoid using the acronym ESG to highlight their environmental, social and governance initiatives. WSJ workplace, management and leadership reporter Chip Cutter explains what’s behind the shift. And Boeing’s CEO says the company needs to acknowledge “our mistake,” after a door-plug failure on an Alaska Airlines flight. Plus, Meta puts tighter restrictions on teen accounts on Instagram and Facebook. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 9. United and Alaska Airlines find loose parts on more Boeing Max 9 jets during inspections following Friday’s mid-air blowout. Plus WSJ reporter John Keilman explains how you may end up fielding the cost of removing forever chemicals from your drinking water. And why dog meat is coming off the menu in South Korea. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 8. Homeowners and drivers are facing rising premiums, less coverage and fewer choices of insurers. Jean Eaglesham reports. Aviation reporter Ben Katz says two near-catastrophic accidents last week—one of which caused five deaths—have put the aviation industry under strain. Plus, commercial property reporter Konrad Putzier explains how office-vacancy rates in the U.S. hit a new record in the fourth quarter. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 8. Boeing shares slide as investigators probe the cause of a midair incident Friday involving one of its planes. WSJ reporter Micah Maidenberg explains how the discovery of a key plane part could narrow down what went wrong on the flight. Plus, U.S. lawmakers push for curbs on China’s dominance of older-generation microchips. And we’ll take a closer look at Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’ and what it means for peace in the Middle East. Luke Vargas hosts. Correction: An earlier version of this episode misidentified Spirit AeroSystems as Spirit Aerospace. (Corrected Jan 8) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 5. The Labor Department said 216,000 jobs were added to the U.S. economy in December, finishing out a surprisingly strong year. Economics reporter Amara Omeokwe discusses why that may change in the year to come. Plus, the FDA allows Florida to become the first U.S. state to import prescription drugs from Canada. Health reporter Liz Essley Whyte explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 5. European retailer Carrefour is removing PepsiCo products including Lays, Doritos and 7 UP from its stores to protest what it called unacceptable price increases. WSJ reporter Jennifer Maloney says  it's a rare public standoff between a grocer and a food maker. Plus OpenAI’s competitors look to capitalize on the AI leader’s recent management chaos. And why copper is becoming a hotter commodity than gold, even for gold miners. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 4. A new report by House Democrats finds that China and Saudi Arabia topped a list of countries that spent millions of dollars at properties owned by former President Donald Trump while he was in office. Reporter Kate O’Keeffe explains. Plus, will companies hire or fire in 2024, now that recession fears have faded? Heard on the Street reporter Justin Lahart has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 4. Major indexes are beginning the new year on a down note, with the Nasdaq off to its worst start since 2005. WSJ markets editor Matthew Thomas explains whether the early-year selloff could portend a longer-lasting downturn. Plus, Donald Trump asks the Supreme Court to get him back on the ballot in Colorado. And Google plans to kill cookies in a major shakeup of the $600 billion online ad industry. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 3. U.S. auto sales bounced back in 2023. Auto industry reporter Nora Eckert explains what that could mean for consumers this year. Plus, can Harvard move past the resignation of its president, Claudine Gay? Education bureau chief Chastity Pratt has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Jan. 3. Barclays analysts have become the latest to downgrade Apple’s stock. Deputy finance editor Quentin Webb explains that while valuing Apple at $160 is below consensus, the sell call isn’t entirely surprising. Plus Maersk pulls out of the Red Sea as U.S. naval efforts fail to avert Houthi attacks on commercial ships. And why the world can’t ignore India’s food-export restrictions. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Jan. 2. Harvard President Claudine Gay has resigned, after mounting criticism over her response to antisemitism on campus and allegations that she plagiarized the work of other researchers. And Tesla loses its crown as the world’s biggest seller of electric vehicles. Reporter Rebecca Elliott has more on its rivalry with Chinese company BYD. Plus, a group of investors is suing e-cigarette maker Juul over its bailout by two longtime directors. Tobacco and beverage reporter Jennifer Maloney has the scoop. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 A.M. Edition for Jan. 2. Japanese broadcaster NHK reports that 367 passengers and 12 crew aboard a Japan Airlines passenger jet are safe after a fiery collision with a coast-guard plane. Plus, geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea send oil prices higher. And WSJ reporter Shen Lu explains how a weak economy is demoralizing Chinese youth and presenting new challenges for Beijing. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec. 29 Edition. On the last trading day of 2023, global stock markets are wrapping up a surprising turnaround, as recession fears gave way to investor optimism.Alex Frangos explains the factors behind the global rally, and what that tells us about 2024. Also, the Trump campaign pledges an appeal after Maine’s Secretary of State joins Colorado’s highest court in barring the former president from the ballot. And Russia launches one of its largest attacks yet on Ukraine, killing at least 18 people. We hear from our editors around the world about the other stories we should be watching in 2024. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec. 28 Edition. U.S. stock markets are poised to finish the year with double-digit annual returns, as investors bet that 2024 will bring interest-rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. Markets reporter Anna Hirtenstein explains what’s driving the Santa Claus rally. And after Secretary of State Antony Blinken and top Homeland Security officials met with officials in Mexico to discuss ways to slow a record influx of migrants, Tom Fairless tells us how migration is reordering politics around the world. Plus, Apple notches a legal victory letting it once again sell smartwatches. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec. 27 Edition. The New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement through their generative artificial-intelligence tools ChatGPT and Copilot. Reporter Alexandra Bruell describes how the suit could split the publishing world. And with global inflation easing much faster than expected, several central banks including the Federal Reserve are penciling in rate cuts for 2024. Economics reporter Gwynn Guilford has more on the global outlook for inflation. Plus, Moscow bureau chief Ann M. Simmons explains why snitching is on the rise in Russia. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec. 26 Edition. The sticker shock from home prices kept many would-be buyers on the sidelines this year. But some economists now think housing costs are poised to bring price pressures down, with the fight against inflation in its “last mile.” National economics reporter Gabriel T. Rubin explains. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Nippon Steel get U.S. Steel? Why did FedEx cut its outlook? And is it game over for China’s gaming stocks? Host Charley Grant discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 22. Inflation is narrowing in on the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. The Fed’s preferred inflation measure fell last month, for the first time since 2020. Economics reporter David Harrison has more. And Bristol Myers Squibb makes a bet on neuroscience drugs, with plans to buy Karuna Therapeutics for $14 billion. Health business editor Jonathan D. Rockoff explains. Plus, the Supreme Court leaves arguments on Trump’s immunity to an appeals court. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 22. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and top Homeland Security officials are being sent to Mexico to discuss ways to slow a record influx of migrants that is overwhelming border agents. Plus, Nike shares tumble as the sneaker giant warns about slowing consumer spending. And the Journal’s Marcus Walker explains how fear and corruption are hindering Ukraine’s efforts to rebuild its battered army. Kate Bullivant hosts.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 21. Blue Origin and Cerberus are among the companies vying to buy United Launch Alliance, a rival to Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Reporter Micah Maidenberg explains. Plus, after a 16-month rupture, the U.S. and China militaries have resumed dialogue with each other. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 21. The Biden administration is considering increasing tariffs on a range of Chinese exports in an attempt to boost the U.S. clean-energy industry. Journal deputy China bureau chief Yoko Kubota explains how that could affect the Chinese economy and bilateral relations. Plus, the FTC proposes a clamp-down on targeted online ads to children. And we’ll look at why America’s shortage of air-traffic controllers is raising alarm bells. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 20. The CEOs of media giants Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount discussed a possible merger, according to people familiar with the matter. And while many believe generative artificial intelligence will change the way we live and work, an anticipated wave of specialist jobs hasn’t materialized yet. CMO Today reporter Patrick Coffee explains. Plus, a Colorado ruling banning former President Trump from appearing on the state’s ballot puts the Supreme Court in the hot seat. Business legal affairs correspondent Jan Wolfe has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 20. Donald Trump can’t appear on next year’s presidential primary ballot in Colorado because of his actions surrounding the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, according to the state’s highest court. WSJ reporter Mariah Timms explains what the ruling means for the 2024 election. Plus, a surge in migration leads the U.S. to shut border crossings and Europe to approve tough new laws. And Callum Borchers explains how to field the dreaded question ‘how’s work?’ over the holidays. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 19. EV startups used to be all the rage. But now, many Tesla rivals are struggling to survive. Reporter Shane Shifflett explains. Plus, Swiss bank UBS is making another push into the U.S. investment-banking market—and is willing to settle for No. 6. WSJ deputy bureau chief David Benoit has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 19. The Pentagon has unveiled a multinational naval force to safeguard merchant ships in the Red Sea after attacks by Yemeni rebels saw vessels diverted from the region. WSJ reporter Joe Wallace explains the potential global supply chain effects if the situation is not resolved quickly. Plus, Google pays up to resolve antitrust litigation related to its app store. And U.S. spy agencies accuse Russia of trying to weaken Democrats in last year’s midterm elections. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 18. Trevor Milton, who was convicted on several fraud charges last year, has been sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding investors in Nikola, the electric-truck company he founded. Corinne Ramey has the details. And markets reporter Hardika Singh explains why just a handful of tech stocks—the so-called Magnificent Seven—are dominating the market. Plus, Elon Musk’s X faces the first formal investigation under the European Union’s new online-content law. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 18. Southwest Airlines has been hit with a $140 million civil penalty by the U.S. Department of Transportation, which said the carrier violated consumer protection laws when two million customers had their plans upended during last year’s holiday season. Plus, WSJ national security reporter Gordon Lubold details the latest push by U.S. military officials to encourage Israel to take a more targeted approach in its Gaza campaign. And Senators fail to reach a border security deal that could unstick aid to Ukraine. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which toy makers had a not-so-jolly start to the Christmas season? And what happened to the pandemic-era darling Pfizer? Plus, which sector gained most from the Federal Reserve's latest-rate decision? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 15. Jan Marsalek, the former COO of the now-defunct payment system Wirecard, is already wanted for $2 billion that went missing from the company’s balance sheet. Now, intelligence officials suspect he had likely been a Russian agent for nearly a decade. Germany correspondent Bojan Pancevski has the story. And the Israeli military says it accidentally killed three Israeli hostages in Gaza. Plus, the U.S. homeless count surges 12%. Reporter Jon Kamp has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 15. In speeches and dozens of detailed proposals on his website, Donald Trump is articulating a massive overhaul of the federal government should he win the 2024 presidential election. WSJ White House reporter Andrew Restuccia explains how Trump's agenda could transform the power of the executive branch and move markets. Plus, the U.S. presses Israel to begin winding down the war in Gaza. And the last big economic data of the year paints a gloomy outlook for China and Europe. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 14. The Federal Reserve’s dual mandate is to tame inflation and maximize employment. But for the past two years the major focus has been on inflation. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip explains how the Fed will seek to strike a balance in 2024. And U.S. consumer spending was strong in November. Plus, reporter Alexander Gladstone explains why billions of dollars in settlement money haven't been paid to victims of the opioid crisis. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 14. In a party-line vote, the U.S. House has authorized an impeachment probe of President Biden, adding muscle to an investigation into whether the president had ties to his son’s overseas business dealings. Plus, WSJ finance editor Alex Frangos explains how the Fed's projection of three interest-rate cuts next year is driving down global borrowing costs. And EU leaders grapple over new funding for Ukraine. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 13. The Federal Reserve held rates steady at its final meeting of the year, and signaled rate cuts in 2024. And the Dow tops 37,000 for the first time ever. Plus, how China is rewriting the playbook on handling international debt crises. Bankruptcy reporter Alexander Saeedy explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 13. More than 190 governments gathering at U.N. climate talks have reached an unprecedented deal to accelerate the move away from coal, oil and natural gas. The Journal’s Stacy Meichtry explains how the accord came together. Plus, Israel begins flooding Hamas’ Gaza tunnel network. And Saxo Bank’s Charu Chanana discusses the effects of Argentina sharply devaluing its currency as it attempts a radical economic turnaround. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 12. WSJ’s Kate King explains why U.S. retailers are leasing less and less space. And reporter Gabriel T. Rubin discusses the latest inflation data. Plus, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s plea on Capitol Hill for more aid fails to break the impasse in Washington. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 12. Volodymyr Zelensky is making a pivotal visit to Washington today in an bid to convince lawmakers to pass a new aid package. WSJ Ukraine bureau chief James Marson explains that Zelensky has few options to hold back Russian forces if U.S. support dries up. Plus, a blow for Google as it loses an antitrust case over the market power of its app store. And the U.K. challenges Unilever over the potential greenwashing of its products. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 11. WSJ’s banking reporter Gina Heeb explains why many Americans can’t afford to buy a home. And special counsel asks the Supreme Court to rule on former President Donald Trump’s immunity. Plus, Occidental agrees to buy CrownRock as the U.S. oil patch consolidates. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 11. A new Wall Street Journal poll finds President Biden’s political standing has hit its weakest point of his presidency, with voters now favoring Donald Trump. Editor Aaron Zitner explains how Americans are sizing up the two candidates on the issues. Plus, Macy’s shares jump as investors make a nearly $6 billion offer to buy the store. And, oil producers push back against a proposed fossil-fuel phaseout at COP28. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which airlines turned from competitors to allies? And how did the poster child of meme stocks, GameStop, perform this week? Plus, how are Google and AMD heating up the AI race? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 8. The U.S. labor market’s gradual cooling extended into November, the Labor Department reported. WSJ reporter Amara Omeokwe discusses the renewed optimism that the economy is on track for a soft landing. And the U.S. has approved the world’s first medicine to employ Crispr technology—a gene-modifying tool—for patients suffering from sickle-cell disease. Biotechnology reporter Joseph Walker has more. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 8. As fighting between Israel and Hamas continues, U.S. cities are reporting an increase in hate crimes and European officials warn of new terrorism threats. Journal reporters Matthew Dalton and Erin Ailworth explain how governments are responding. Plus, Hunter Biden is indicted on tax charges. And Apple plans to ramp up iPhone production in India as it reduces its dependence on China. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 7. WSJ’s Saeed Shah discusses the increasingly dire conditions in Gaza. And reporter Gabriel Rubin explains why New Jersey is struggling to fill jobs despite high unemployment. Plus, WSJ sports reporter Louise Radnofsky shares the latest on an expected deal between Masters champion Jon Rahm and Saudi-backed LIV Golf. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 7. Investors and labor unions across Scandinavia are taking action against Tesla amid its refusal to engage in collective bargaining talks. WSJ reporter William Boston explains how the company’s labor practices have provoked a clash of cultures that could ultimately affect its bottom line. Plus, billions in aid for Ukraine stalls in the U.S. Senate. And McKinsey limits pathways to becoming partner as demand for high-price consultants slips. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 6. Google announces its artificial intelligence system to rival OpenAI as AMD rolls out new chips challenging Nvidia’s dominance in AI. Miles Kruppa and Asa Fitch report. Plus, Eric Niiler says Bitcoin mining used more water than New York City last year, fueling environmental concerns. Shelby Holliday hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 6. It is crunch time in Brussels as EU negotiators try to pass the world’s first sweeping regulations on artificial intelligence. WSJ reporter Kim Mackrael says rapid technological progress and intense lobbying efforts are complicating the process. Plus, Nvidia's CEO still plans to sell high-end chips in China. And Russia rejects a proposed U.S. prisoner swap to free Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 5. Investors who made one of the biggest timberland purchases in years say their bet is starting to pay off. Ryan Dezember reports. And Bob Henderson explains why gold prices are hitting record highs. Plus, Sen. Tommy Tuberville is ending his blockade on military promotions. Shelby Holliday hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 5. CVS is revamping the way it sets drug prices, following criticism that the cost of drugs in the U.S. isn’t transparent enough. Plus, Israel and Hamas engage in some of the fiercest fighting of their two-month war, as Israel considers flooding Gaza’s tunnels with seawater. And the WSJ’s Matt Barnum explains why students globally are lagging in reading and math compared to a decade ago. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 P.M. Edition for Dec. 4. The pandemic made Americans richer, but the gains were uneven and fleeting. Plus, U.S. Supreme Court justices weigh the uncomfortable settlement between opioid victims and Purdue Pharma. And investors are betting on transmission projects to get clean energy into U.S. cities. Shelby Holliday hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 4. The Journal’s Gordon Fairclough provides an update on reporter Evan Gershkovich’s detention in Russia on espionage charges that he, the Journal, and the U.S. government vehemently deny. Here’s how to send Evan a message of support. Plus, the creators of Oxycontin have their day at the Supreme Court, as some victims’ families say they won’t settle with the owners of Purdue Pharma. And Spotify announces layoffs for the third time this year. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which companies benefited most from strong Black Friday sales? And how did investors react to Tesla’s Cybertruck launch and General Motors’ massive stock buyback plan? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Dec. 1. Embattled New York Rep. George Santos has been expelled from the U.S. House of Representatives, over allegations he stole money from his own campaign. Congressional reporter Katy Stech Ferek has more. Plus, Israel plans to kill Hamas leaders around the world, after its war in Gaza. Reporter Dion Nissenbaum has more on this WSJ exclusive. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Dec. 1. Elon Musk unveils Tesla’s long-awaited Cybertruck pickup, behind schedule and more expensive than promised. Reporter Rebecca Elliott explains. Plus, Israel resumes combat operations in Gaza as a week-long cease fire stalls. Middle East Correspondent Stephen Kalin discusses the latest. And TikTok wins a reprieve from a Montana law banning the app. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 30. The Dow rallied today, and all three major indexes ended November with strong monthly gains. And OPEC+ agrees to cut oil production by another one million barrels a day. Plus, the U.S. warns Turkey to stop supporting Hamas and Russia. Illicit finance reporter Ian Talley has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 30. The controversial statesman Henry Kissinger, who shaped Cold War history as a presidential adviser and Secretary of State, has passed away. WSJ writer Alan Cullison explains how Kissinger’s legacy of navigating great power conflict resonates now more than ever. Plus, Israel and Hamas agree to extend their truce for another day. And reporter Matthew Dalton breaks down what to watch for as leaders tackle global warming at U.N. climate talks. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 29. Health insurance giants Cigna and Humana are discussing a tie-up, which would create a new powerhouse in the industry. Plus, General Motors announces $10 billion in stock buybacks, as CEO Mary Barra seeks to reassure investors about the health of the core business. Autos reporter Mike Colias has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 29. A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in its final day, after being extended by 48 hours earlier in the week. WSJ Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin explains how mediators are hoping to translate the short-term fighting pause into something more lasting. Plus, Apple pulls the plug on its credit-card partnership with Goldman Sachs. And editor Alex Frangos reflects on the legacy of Berkshire Hathaway’s Charlie Munger. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 28. Data from McKinsey & Co. show that U.S. companies have lost momentum in promoting Black professionals into management. Workplace reporter Ray A. Smith has more on this WSJ exclusive. Plus, the federal government is struggling to meet its return-to-office goals. Reporter Peter Grant explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 28. After disrupting the clothing industry, China-founded Shein could soon test the U.S. public-listing market with a massive IPO. Journal editor Alex Frangos explains the scrutiny it is likely to face before then. Plus, we’ll look at Germany’s dramatic response to fiscal stress being felt across much of the world. And a passenger jet running on sustainable fuel embarks on a first-ever trans-Atlantic flight. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 27. Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their four-day truce for another two days. Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin reports. And a WSJ investigation finds that Instagram’s algorithm shows a toxic mix of videos to adults who follow children on the platform. Technology reporter Jeff Horwitz explains. Plus, food and agriculture policy reporter Kristina Peterson explains how whiskey is getting caught in a U.S.-EU trade fight. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 27. Israel and Hamas are in the fourth and final day of a halt in fighting that has seen Hamas release dozens of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. WSJ correspondent Stephen Kalin explains where the two sides and the U.S. stand on a possible extension of the ceasefire. Plus, Black Friday sales increase even as brand loyalty wanes. And good climate news, as green tech tops expectations. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 24. A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has started, setting the stage for a four day truce in the fighting. WSJ Middle East correspondent Stephen Kalin explains what this means for aid entering the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages. Plus, Elon Musk calls Swedish strikes against Tesla ‘’insane’. And, how toys won’t be flying off the shelves this Black Friday. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 22. The FBI is investigating an explosion at the Rainbow Bridge, in Niagara Falls. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby says the U.S. wants Israel and Hamas to abide by a hostage deal and four-day pause in fighting. WSJ pharmaceuticals reporter Joseph Walker discusses why a pair of U.S. senators is seeking a federal investigation into the role of health insurers in driving up prices for generic drugs. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 22. After days of turmoil at the company synonymous with the AI tech boom, co-founder Sam Altman is set to retake the helm as chief executive. WSJ tech reporter Tom Dotan explains whether that will pacify OpenAI’s investors and employees. Next, correspondent Jared Malsin breaks down an overnight deal between Israel and Hamas to release 50 hostages. Plus, why Ozempic may be your unexpected Thanksgiving guest and how to navigate that and other tricky topics without ruining your meal. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 21. Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has stepped down and pleaded guilty to violating U.S. anti-money-laundering requirements. According to court documents, Binance will also pay $4.3 billion dollars in fines. Plus, Israel and Hamas are on the cusp of a deal to free Israeli hostages taken on October 7. Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 21. Chipmaker Nvidia is expected to report a quarterly profit of $7.2 billion when it posts results later today. WSJ reporter Charley Grant explains whether the company behind much of the S&P 500’s gains this year can spark more gains. Plus, issues pile up at GM’s self-driving car unit Cruise. And WSJ. Magazine’s Sarah Ball on Travis Kelce’s (very public) reckoning with superstardom and his career after football. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 20. The majority of OpenAI’s employees have threatened to leave the company, unless the board resigns and reinstates its former CEO Sam Altman, who was ousted on Friday. Investigative reporter Keach Hagey has the latest. And shares of Microsoft—which still maintains its 49% ownership stake in OpenAI and is the company’s largest investor—closed at an all-time high today. Reporter Tom Dotan has more on what the company stands to gain amid the turmoil at OpenAI. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 20. After an unsuccessful bid to return to OpenAI, Sam Altman is heading to Microsoft to lead a new advanced AI research team. WSJ tech reporter Sam Schechner reflects on a wild weekend in the AI world and the decisions facing Microsoft. Plus, Israel and Hamas consider a deal to pause fighting and free hostages. And as sales plateau, carmakers ask: are Americans falling out of love with EVs? Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 17. OpenAI’s board says it has lost confidence in the company’s CEO and co-founder Sam Altman to lead it. And foreign buyers lose their appetite for U.S. Treasury debt. Markets reporter Chelsey Dulaney explains what that means for Americans. Plus, a succession rift threatens the Estée Lauder beauty empire. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 17. Hunger warnings in Gaza, as the World Food Programme warns that nearly half the enclave’s population is in desperate need of food assistance. This as Israel faces mounting pressure to substantiate claims about Hamas and Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital. Plus, WSJ reporter Siobhan Hughes explores Mitch McConnell’s push for a comprehensive foreign-aid package for Ukraine, amidst roadblocks from Republican colleagues. And, voters in Argentina head to the polls this weekend in a closely-watched presidential runoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 16. The chair of the FDIC, one of the nation’s top banking regulators, allegedly turned a blind eye to misconduct at the agency. This week, a WSJ investigation revealed a longtime toxic culture at the FDIC. Investigative reporter Rebecca Ballhaus has more. Plus, more student borrowers are filing for bankruptcy to get rid of their debt. National economics reporter Gabriel T. Rubin explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 16. President Biden and China’s Xi Jinping dial back rancor at their summit. WSJ correspondent Brian Spegele explains why the outcomes of their talks are likely to be quickly tested by deep underlying frictions. Plus, the U.S. Senate approves a short-term bill to avoid a looming government shutdown. And, we get the latest on Israeli operations at the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 15. President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are meeting for a high-stakes summit in California. Senior news editor Charles Hutzler reports. Plus, U.S. retail sales declined in October for the first time since March. Economics reporter Austen Hufford has more. And the Federal Communications Commission adopts a new rule that will hold internet service providers liable for “digital discrimination.” Tech policy reporter Ryan Tracy explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 15. President Biden and China’s Xi Jinping are set to meet today for the first time in over a year. WSJ chief China correspondent Lingling Wei explains what could be accomplished given the tense state of bilateral relations. Plus, global markets bask in the glow of easing U.S. inflation. And Israel launches a military operation inside Gaza’s Al-Shifa hospital. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 14. Inflation’s slowdown extended through October. Chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos says that likely means the end for the Federal Reserve’s historic interest-rate increases. Plus, the House approves a GOP bill to avert a government shutdown. Congressional reporter Katy Stech Ferek has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 14. Fresh U.S. consumer-price data is due out this morning, with economists expecting lower gasoline prices took a bite out of overall inflation. Plus, WSJ reporter Jennifer Hiller explains why electricity demand is soaring in pockets of the country. And Washington puts a price tag on climate change’s economic damage. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 13. Corrie Driebusch explains why the reopening of the IPO market is, once again, delayed. And employees at one of the nation’s top banking regulators, the FDIC, say sexual harassment and misogyny pervade the agency. Investigative reporter Rebecca Ballhaus has the story. Plus, the U.S. and Israel warn about the prospects of a wider war in the Middle East. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 13. South Carolina Senator Tim Scott dropped his Republican presidential campaign after failing to catch momentum in a field dominated by former President Donald Trump. Plus, we look to Gaza, where conditions are growing desperate inside the Al-Shifa Hospital amid intense fighting in the area. And WSJ reporter Gunjan Banerji explains why investors are betting the recent stock-market rally has legs. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Special Edition for Nov. 11. We’ve been asking our listeners what they want to know about the war in Gaza. In this special edition of What’s News, we’ll answer some of those questions, covering the situation on the ground and the wider ramifications of the war with Shayndi Raice, our deputy bureau chief for the Middle East and North Africa; Yaroslav Trofimov, our chief foreign-affairs correspondent; and Spencer Jakab, our global editor of Heard on the Street. Annmarie Fertoli and Luke Vargas host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 10. The costs of transitioning to green energy are getting higher. WSJ Pro reporter Luis Garcia says that's making decarbonization that much more daunting for executives. And investigative reporter Ben Foldy explains how the boom in private credit is raising new questions about the risks involved. Plus, David Cloud reports on how Israeli ground forces have fought their way into the heart of Gaza City. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 10. More than a decade after Facebook was shut out of the country, its parent company has struck a deal to sell its VR gear in China. Asia tech reporter Raffaele Huang says that could open up a huge new market for Meta, though regulatory questions remain. Plus, NovoNordisk rushes to boost production of its popular obesity treatments. And the WSJ’s Patricia Kowsmann explains how a hack targeting one of the world’s largest banks has disrupted the market for U.S. Treasurys. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 9. The artificial-intelligence boom is using up a lot of energy, driving companies to seek alternative sources. CIO Journal reporter Belle Lin explains. Plus, from electric vehicles to the solar build-out, demand for really big trees that can be turned into utility poles is growing. Commodities reporter Ryan Dezember explains who’s benefiting from it. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 9. Hollywood actors have reached a tentative labor deal with studios and streaming services to end six months of labor strife. Journal reporter Joe Flint explains what it will take to restart the entertainment industry’s content engine. Plus, Republicans debate who is the best alternative to former President Trump. And the Fed probes Morgan Stanley’s controls for stopping money laundering by rich foreign clients. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 8. Some drugmakers are setting two prices for the same drug. And many health plans are choosing the more expensive version, according to data analysis conducted for the WSJ. Pharmaceutical reporter Peter Loftus explains why. Plus, three companies—including one run by a former NYSE president—are vying for collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX at auction. Markets reporter Vicky Ge Huang explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 8. From Ohio to Virginia, Tuesday’s U.S. elections were defined by voters defending abortion rights. The Journal’s Molly Ball explains what it means for the presidential race and how Democrats hope to harness the issue again next year. Plus, Meta will soon require political campaigns to disclose AI-altered ads. And, salad lovers and cooks beware: Olive oil prices are soaring. Commodities reporter Yusuf Khan explains why. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 7. Amid tightening regulations and higher interest rates, U.S. banks have found a new way to unload risk. Reporter Matt Wirz explains. And top Israel officials said they intend to retain security control of Gaza for an indefinite period, after the war with Hamas. Plus, Katie Deighton explains how big online deals are turning into teeny tiny boxes. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 7. Once the most valuable U.S. startup, WeWork is facing the consequences of an expansion that left it with many unprofitable locations. Journal reporter Eliot Brown explains that while its chapter 11 filing caps a remarkable fall from grace, WeWork's fortunes could be changing. Plus, Jess Bravin describes how a case at the Supreme Court could test whether domestic abusers should have access to guns. And, voters go to the polls today in a number of U.S. states in an early pulse check heading into next year’s presidential election. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 6. After one of the most intense bombing barrages in the war in Gaza, Israel is deepening its push into Gaza City. And former President Donald Trump clashes with the judge, as he takes the witness stand in his civil-fraud trial. Corinne Ramey reports. Plus, WSJ science and climate reporter Eric Niiler speaks with National Hurricane Center director Michael Brennan about why hurricanes are getting stronger more quickly. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 6. Under pressure to secure a pause in Israel-Hamas fighting and ease regional tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken rushed to visit leaders around the Middle East over the weekend. The Journal’s Vivian Salama explains the challenges he faces as opinions about the crisis harden. Plus, foreign brands feel the squeeze as Chinese consumers pull back on spending. And why migrants from around the world are showing up at the U.S. southern border. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 3. U.S. employers added 150,000 jobs to the economy last month, signaling a cooling economy. Economics reporter David Harrison explains. Plus, national security reporter Vivian Salama has more on U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel. And on Sunday we will be a year away from the U.S. presidential election. White House reporter Ken Thomas explains how Americans are feeling about a potential rematch between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 3. World leaders sounded the alarm on AI at a summit in the U.K., saying it was time to ‘take science fiction seriously.’ Microsoft president Brad Smith tells our Luke Vargas why an AI ‘safety break’ is necessary to prevent the technology from endangering humanity. Plus, crypto golden boy Sam Bankman-Fried is found guilty of fraud. Sandra Kilhof hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 2. U.S. intelligence shows Russia’s Wagner Group is planning to send air defenses to Hezbollah. Meanwhile, Israel moves to separate Gaza into two. Correspondent Dov Lieber explains. Plus, fake nudes of real students cause an uproar at a New Jersey high school. Family & Tech columnist Julie Jargon has more. And newly unredacted portions of the FTC’s lawsuit against Amazon allege company executives talked about how the company’s policies hurt sellers. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 2. American and Chinese officials are reportedly planning to discuss nuclear-arms control on Monday, in the first such meeting in years. WSJ Asia security correspondent Alastair Gale explains the U.S. motivations for the talks. Plus, tensions flare over delayed U.S. military promotions amid a Senate protest over the Pentagon’s abortion policy. And Josh Mitchell breaks down JP Morgan Chase’s decision to push into European retail banking – digitally. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Nov. 1. The Federal Reserve held rates steady for the second time in a row, amid a stronger-than-expected economy. But if the economic news is good, why are Americans so gloomy? Chief economics commentator Greg Ip has some theories. Plus, the fraud case against Sam Bankman-Fried will soon go to the jury. Corinne Ramey reports. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Nov. 1. We’re exclusively reporting that flexible-office-space company WeWork could file for Chapter 11 protection as early as next week. WSJ reporter Alexander Gladstone explains the change of fortune at the company once valued at $47 billion. Plus, U.S. infant mortality rises unexpectedly. And the Journal’s David Harrison reports that other unions are taking inspiration from the UAW’s deals with Detroit automakers ahead of contract talks next year. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 31. Israeli airstrikes rocked a densely populated area north of Gaza City, flattening apartment blocks and causing hundreds of casualties. Plus, the cost of American offshore wind projects is soaring. Energy markets reporter David Uberti explains what it means for consumers. And reporter Paul Hannon explains why the U.S. and eurozone economies are diverging. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 31. New U.S. restrictions on AI chip sales to China could compel Nvidia to cancel billions of dollars of orders to Chinese companies. WSJ tech reporter Raffaele Huang explains how that could complicate Chinese AI development. Plus, X offers stock grants valuing itself far below the value of Elon Musk’s takeover. And Israel rules out a ceasefire as its troops push further into Gaza. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 30. Israeli forces have made a major advance toward Gaza City, in an apparent move to encircle it. Correspondent Dov Lieber has more. Plus, the United Auto Workers union reaches a tentative labor deal with General Motors, the last of the big three Detroit car companies to strike a new tentative agreement. Automotive reporter Mike Colias discusses what the agreements mean for the industry. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 30. President Biden plans to invoke the Defense Production Act in the hope of reining in the potential risks of artificial intelligence. Journal tech reporter Sam Schechner breaks down the U.S. effort to step into the regulatory vacuum over the technology. Plus, the UAW expands its strike against GM after making a deal with Stellantis. And we’ll examine the risk that Hezbollah could drag Israel into a two-front war. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 27. JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon plans to sell part of his stake in the nation’s largest bank, for the first time. Banking reporter David Benoit has more. And Sam Bankman-Fried testifies before a jury in his fraud case. Cryptocurrency reporter Caitlin Ostroff has the highlights. Plus, Israel widens its ground operations in Gaza, in its most significant maneuver yet, ahead of an invasion intended to end Hamas rule. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 27. Israel says it is holding off on a ground invasion of Gaza until the U.S. can place air defenses in the region. But with that potentially finished within days, could we soon see a major escalation? WSJ Middle East bureau chief Michael Amon explains the factors driving Israel’s decision. Plus, Amazon’s profit triples, fueling its efforts to compete in the AI battle to come. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 26. U.S. economic growth surged this summer. GDP grew 4.9% in the third quarter. But will the momentum last the rest of the year? Jared Bernstein, chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, joins us to discuss. Plus, Sam Bankman-Fried takes the witness stand for the first time, in his fraud trial. Markets reporter Vicky Ge Huang has the highlights. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 26. The United Auto Workers union has secured a proposed agreement with Ford Motors, six weeks into a historic labor strike. WSJ reporter Nora Eckert says similar deals with GM and Stellantis could soon follow. Plus, a manhunt continues in Maine after the deadliest U.S. mass shooting this year. And the Israeli military carries out its biggest incursion into Gaza since Hamas’ October 7th attack. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 25. Louisiana Representative Mike Johnson, an ally of former President Donald Trump, has been elected House speaker after three weeks of deadlock. Congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes has more. Plus, Israel has agreed to a U.S. request to delay its expected ground invasion of Gaza. Correspondent Dov Lieber explains. And reporter Benoît Morenne explains why overseas risks have oil giants looking west. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 25. Republicans put forward Louisiana’s Mike Johnson as their next nominee for Speaker, after a marathon day of internal debate and voting. WSJ reporter Katy Stech Ferek says a floor vote could come as early as noon. Plus, correspondent Sune Rasmussen explains how a flood of weapons into the West Bank is fueling fears of a new front in the war between Israel and Palestinians. And, Microsoft and Google’s cloud revenues get a boost from AI – but is it enough to appease investors? Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 24. A coalition of 41 states and the District of Columbia are suing Meta, alleging it built products with addictive features that harm young users on its Facebook and Instagram platforms. Technology reporter Jeff Horwitz explains. Plus, Republicans’ third nominee for speaker of the House, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, drops out, just hours after being picked. Reporter Katy Stech Ferek has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 24. American officials are encouraging Israel not to rush into a Gaza ground offensive, in a bid to buy more time for Qatar to secure the release of additional hostages taken by Hamas. House Republicans prepare to vote on their latest candidate for Speaker. WSJ reporter Katy Stech Ferek explains who’s who among the contenders. And Bitcoin rallies on hopes that U.S. regulators could approve an ETF pegged to the digital currency. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 23. Hamas has freed two more hostages, but the militant group’s demand for fuel has complicated negotiations for other captives’ release. And Israel intensifies its aerial bombing of Gaza, urging citizens to leave. Middle East correspondent Chao Deng explains why hundreds of thousands of Palestinians refuse to flee. Plus, the yield on the 10-year Treasury topped 5% earlier today, as some signs point to an economic acceleration in the U.S. Economics reporter David Harrison has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 23. Humanitarian aid is trickling into Gaza as Israel continues preparations for a ground invasion of the enclave. Meanwhile, the conflict is starting to pose challenges for businesses. WSJ tech reporter Sam Schechner says a debate is brewing within Meta over how to moderate comments on Instagram and Facebook. Plus another mega-deal in the U.S. oil and gas industry. And Republicans pile into the House Speaker race. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 20. Hamas has freed two American hostages - the first of more than 200 taken by militants during the October 7 raid. Meanwhile, Israel has ordered the evacuation of a city near the Lebanese border. Foreign correspondent Sune Rasmussen has more. And as fighting continues, reporter Alan Cullison explains how the risk of a resurgence of terrorist attacks is rising. Plus, Ohio Representative Jim Jordan is out as the GOP nominee for House speaker. Reporter Katy Stech Ferek explains what could be next. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 20. President Biden addressed the nation last night, calling for urgent funding for Ukraine and Israel. Chatham House’s Sanam Vakil explains how Arab states are weighing further U.S. involvement in the Middle East and reacting to public demonstrations in support of the Palestinians. Plus, Russia detains another American journalist. And Apple’s Tim Cook makes a surprise visit to China to boost flagging iPhone sales. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 19. As a humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, the U.N. and world leaders are pushing to get immediate aid to Palestinians who are running out of food, water and medicine during a near-total siege. Dion Nissenbaum reports. And confusion over a Gaza hospital blast exposes the challenges of reporting during times of war. Media reporter Alexandra Bruell has more. Plus, Ohio Representative Jim Jordan plans a third round of voting to become House speaker, after an alternative plan collapses. Congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes has the latest. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 19. President Biden returns from Israel after a trip dominated by questions around a blast at a hospital compound in Gaza. WSJ editor Dan Michaels explains how conflicting narratives about what happened have taken on a life of their own. Plus, the U.S. lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector. And Elon Musk issues a production warning over Tesla’s much-lauded Cybertruck. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 18. Israel, the U.S. government and independent security experts are casting doubt on Palestinian claims that an Israeli air strike was responsible for a deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital. They say preliminary evidence points to a local militant group, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, which has denied responsibility for the attack. Chief foreign-affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov has more. Plus, Ohio Representative Jim Jordan fails, for a second time, to get enough votes to become the next House speaker. Katy Stech Ferek reports from the Capitol. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 18. President Biden arrives in Israel to reaffirm support for its ally, a day after a deadly blast at a Gaza hospital heightened fears of escalation. WSJ reporter Will Mauldin says Wednesday’s explosion sparked mass protests and led Arab leaders to cancel planned meetings with Biden. Plus, China’s economic headwinds persist. And Amazon moves to speed up already-fast deliveries. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 17. A deadly strike on a hospital in Gaza has killed more than 500 people, according to Palestinian officials. The blast comes hours before President Biden’s expected visit to Israel, and as the Israel-Hamas war refocuses U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East. National security correspondent Nancy A. Youssef has more. Plus, Ohio Representative Jim Jordan falls short in the first round of voting for House speaker. Kristina Peterson reports from the Capitol. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 17. President Joe Biden will depart for Israel today, pledging support for America’s ally and humanitarian relief for Palestinians. Journal correspondent Chao Deng explains the situation in Gaza amid a worsening shortage of food and water. Plus, China rolls out the red carpet for Russian President Vladimir Putin as it celebrates 10 years of its Belt and Road infrastructure program. And Jim Jordan closes in on House speakership. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 16. The U.S. has picked 2,000 troops for a potential deployment to support Israel, though not in a combat role. Meanwhile, efforts to open a border crossing between Gaza and Egypt stumble. Foreign correspondent Stephen Kalin has more. Plus, Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains what defense stocks could tell us about the Israel-Hamas war. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 16. Egypt is today expected to open its Rafah border crossing with Gaza, letting U.S nationals, and potentially others within Gaza, leave the Palestinian enclave ahead of an Israeli ground assault. Journal reporter Will Mauldin describes the diplomatic efforts to prevent a humanitarian disaster in Gaza. Plus, U.S. recession fears abate according to a new WSJ survey. And Rite Aid files for bankruptcy, leaving hundreds of opioid lawsuits in limbo. Luke Vargas hosts.  Want to tune in to WSJ Tech Live? Subscribers can register here. Not a subscriber? Become one today.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 13. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to eliminate Hamas. Israel ordered an evacuation of northern Gaza, while the U.N. and other groups warned of an escalating humanitarian crisis there. North Africa correspondent Chao Deng reports. Plus, divisions over the Israel-Hamas war flare up on college campuses. Higher education reporter Doug Belkin has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 13. Israel has told more than one million civilians to leave Northern Gaza and distance themselves from Hamas ahead of what Israeli Defense Forces call significant combat operations. U.S. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby explains how American officials are pushing for safe-passage options out of Gaza. Plus, Microsoft’s blockbuster deal for Activision Blizzard finally gets the go-ahead. And Steve Scalise pulls out of the race for House speaker, leaving Jim Jordan the sole contender. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 12. Secretary of State Antony Blinken pledges U.S. support to Israel and works to stave off a wider war during his Middle East trip. Chief foreign-affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov explains how Hamas’s attack on Israel is rewriting the rules of engagement in the region. Plus, U.S. inflation held steady last month, complicating the picture for the Federal Reserve. Economics reporter Amara Omeokwe has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 12. America’s top diplomat is in Israel to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the Israeli military prepares for an invasion of Gaza. WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber explains Netanyahu’s options and the pressure he faces domestically. Plus, Hollywood studios suspend talks with actors and striking autoworkers target Ford’s largest U.S. car plant. Luke Vargas hosts. Correction: In our interview with correspondent Dov Lieber, host Luke Vargas said “There've been arguments that Netanyahu's policies had moved Israel further away from peace with the Palestinians.” An earlier version of the show incorrectly said peace with Palestine. (Corrected on Oct. 13) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 11. Israel launched new rounds of retaliatory air strikes in Gaza today, after last weekend’s attacks by Hamas. And as Israel prepares for a ground invasion, fears of a humanitarian crisis in Gaza are rising. Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin reports. Plus, on Capitol Hill, Republicans nominate Louisiana Rep. Steve Scalise to serve as the next House speaker. But will he get enough votes in the full House? Congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 11. After years spent focusing on high-tech defenses and intelligence capabilities, Israel is now contending with a relatively low-tech ground assault. WSJ reporter Rory Jones explains how that could test the Israeli military’s plans in the coming days and weeks. Plus, House Republicans prepare to choose their next speaker. Luke Vargas hosts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 10. Israel is getting ready for a ground war with Hamas in Gaza, following the military group’s surprise attack on Saturday. Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin reports. Plus, Hamas and other militant groups have raised millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. Angus Berwick has the details. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 10. Israel continues to strike Gaza ahead of a ground invasion that could leave millions of Palestinians with no means of escape. Israeli troops have also deployed to the Lebanese border out of concern Iran could direct Hezbollah to open a second front in the conflict. WSJ chief foreign-affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov explains how Israel’s current war against Hamas could escalate. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

P.M. Edition for Oct. 9. Israel is launching a powerful wave of attacks on Gaza, after Hamas’s invasion over the weekend. Hamas has threatened to execute hostages in response to the Israeli bombardment of civilians. Reporter Dion Nissenbaum reports. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A.M. Edition for Oct. 9. Wall Street Journal correspondent Dov Lieber joins us with the latest from the war in Israel and discusses exclusive reporting about Iran’s involvement in planning Hamas militants’ surprise assault. Plus, Journal finance editor Alex Frangos talks about how global markets are reacting to the unfolding conflict. Keith Collins hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices