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    Trump: ‘Possibility' That U.S., Europe Could Offer Security Guarantees to Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 2:39


    Plus: Washington, D.C. sues the Trump administration to stop President Trump's takeover of the local police department. And U.S. consumer sentiment weakened in August due to inflation fears. Zoe Kuhlkin hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump, Putin Enter Alaska Talks With Conflicting Aims

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 2:51


    Plus: Intel is in talks with the Trump administration for the U.S. government to buy a stake in the chip maker, according to people familiar with the matter. And, Berkshire Hathaway reduces its holdings in Apple. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hot Inflation Report Leaves U.S. Stocks Mixed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 2:20


    Plus: Bullish adds to its opening-day success. Kate Spade owner Tapestry, Deere and Coherent take hits to their shares. Katherine Sullivan hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Wholesale Prices Climbed Faster Than Expected in July

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 2:37


    Plus: U.S. jobless claims fell last week. And eurozone industrial output slumps. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ukraine's Zelensky Tries to Shore Up Support Ahead of Trump-Putin Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 2:47


    Plus: Trump faces fresh criticism over immigrant detention facilities. And, a White House executive order aims to speed up space launches. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Hopes for Interest-Rate Cut Lead to Modest Stock Gains

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 1:57


    Plus: Amazon announces new grocery services. Bullish's stock soars on its IPO day. Cava misses growth expectations. Katherine Sullivan hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump and EU Leaders Discuss Red Lines Ahead of Summit With Putin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 2:31


    Plus: The Chinese-owned GE Appliances plans to invest $3 billion on U.S. factories. Air Canada flight attendants' union issues strike notice. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    National Guard Patrol D.C. Streets Amid Trump Federal Takeover

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 2:46


    Plus: China will impose a 75.8% tariff on all Canadian canola imports. And, Vestas sees a drop in quarterly orders amid wind-energy uncertainty. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Inflation Report Fuels Investors' Hopes for a Rate Cut

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 2:19


    Plus: Intel shares extend a rally after its CEO met with President Trump. Google shares climb as Perplexity makes a long-shot bid to purchase its Chrome browser. And Eastman Kodak's warning that it may have trouble paying off its debt sends its shares tumbling. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Inflation Held Steady in July, But Core Inflation Rose

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 2:51


    Plus: Perplexity makes an unsolicited bid for Google Chrome, offering $34.5 billion. And Spirit Airlines warns that it may not continue to operate if its financial results don't improve faster than expected. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Names His Pick for the Bureau of Labor Statistics

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 3:07


    Plus: A Ukraine peace deal is not a priority for Moscow, just days away from a key summit. And, shares in Kodak slump after the photography company warned it may not be able to pay its debts. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Stocks Edge Lower as Trump Extends China Tariff Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 2:22


    Plus: President Trump posts on social media that there would be no new tariffs on gold. Cryptocurrency-linked stocks Coinbase and MicroStrategy rise with bitcoin's price. Anthony Bansie hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump to Deploy National Guard to Washington, D.C.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 2:42


     Plus: Ford is investing $2 billion in a Kentucky factory to build an affordable an electric pickup. And Paramount has struck a deal with TKO Group for exclusive rights to all Ultimate Fighting Championship matches starting next year. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nvidia and AMD to Give U.S. 15% Cut of China AI Chip Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 3:01


    Plus: A critic of the Bureau of Labor Statistics is a leading candidate to head the government agency. And, U.S. companies are buying back their shares at a record pace this year. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Stocks Close Out Winning Week With Nasdaq at New Record

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 2:26


    The White House says it will clarify new levies on gold. Plus, the Trump administration is preparing to sell stock in mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Anthony Bansie hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Preparing IPO for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Later This Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 2:16


    Plus: Gold hits new high as market is rattled by unexpected news that U.S. tariffs will apply to gold bars. And thousands are forced to evacuate due to L.A. County wildfires. Zoe Kuhlkin hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Israel's Security Cabinet Approves Plan to Control Gaza CIty

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 2:48


    Plus: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky defends his right to participate in possible peace talks with Vladimir Putin and President Trump. And, a shake-up to 401(k) investing could allow Americans to put their pensions in crypto. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Nasdaq Hits Another Record High While Other Major Indexes Slipped

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 2:18


    U.S.tariffs kicked in on imports from dozens of countries just after midnight. Plus: Apple announces an extra $100 billion commitment to U.S. manufacturing. Eli Lilly's weight-loss pill showed less than expected results. And, Crocs warns of a quarterly sales decline and an annual hit from tariffs. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Says Intel's CEO Should Resign Over China Ties

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 2:25


    Plus: Russian president Vladimir Putin says a meeting with President Trump could be held in the United Arab Emirates. And the Bank of England has lowered its key interest rate for the fifth time in a year. Alex Ossola hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tech Stocks Rise as Trump Threatens 100% Chip Tariff

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 3:01


    Plus: Microsoft is raiding Google's DeepMind for talent to bolster its AI ambitions. And, United Airlines resumes flights after a tech issue causes widespread delays. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Major Indexes Up as Trump Hikes India Tariffs and Investors Dig Into Earnings

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 2:55


    Plus: Disney raised its annual profit forecasts for streaming and parks. Shopify reported better-than-expected results. Uber's revenue topped forecasts. And, the Department of Health and Human Services canceled a grant for the Moderna's bird-flu shot. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Imposes Additional 25% Tariffs on Indian Imports

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 2:24


    Plus: The White House says Apple will announce a $100 billion commitment to U.S. manufacturing. And McDonald's sales rebound in the latest quarter. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Witkoff Meets Putin Ahead of Trump's Ukraine War Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 2:58


    Plus: Sales of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy soar despite more Americans opting for generic weight-loss drugs. And, the NFL agrees to a tie-up that would see it take a 10% stake and Disney's ESPN. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Indexes Fall Modestly as Trump Expects Chip, Pharma Tariffs Soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 2:41


    President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals kept markets in flux. Plus: Drugmaker Pfizer boosted its annual profit guidance. And, data-software company Palantir reported strong quarterly earnings and raised its yearly outlook. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Says Bessent Is No Longer in the Running To Be Fed Chair

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 2:42


    Plus: The U.S. trade gap shrank to its lowest level in June since 2023. And India defends its ability to buy Russian oil, despite President Trump's threats of higher tariffs. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    White House Aims to Punish Banks For Political Discrimination

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 3:00


    Plus: The Trump Administration announces a pilot program requiring some travelers on visas to post bonds of up to $15,000 to enter the U.S. And, oil prices continue on OPEC+ decision to raise output. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Stocks Rally After Tough Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 2:11


    Investors increase their bets that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in September. Plus: Palantir reports $1 billion in revenue and boosts its outlook. Anthony Bansie hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tesla Approves Elon Musk's $24 Billion Stock Award

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 2:45


    Plus: Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. are backing a SPAC that aims to merge with companies ”revitalizing domestic manufacturing.” And Spotify says it will be raising its premium subscription prices. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump Administration Defends Firing of Labor Statistics Head

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 3:11


    Plus: Texas Democrats flee the state in a bid to stop a GOP redistricting. And, UBS sheds another legal case it inherited as part of its acquisition of Credit Suisse. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Weak Jobs Report and Tariff Blitz Push U.S. Stocks Lower

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 2:38


    A softer-than-expected July jobs report and President Trump's revamped tariff plan weighs on markets. Plus: Amazon reports disappointing growth. Reddit swings to a quarterly profit on AI improvements. And First Solar's earnings and revenue guidance beat expectations. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Hiring Slowed in July

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 2:24


    Plus: Businesses around the world try to make sense of Trump's tariff announcements, ICC says. And Exxon Mobil seeks M&A possibilities as oil giants post lower profits in the latest quarter. Zoe Kuhlkin hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Stock Markets Drop on Latest Trump Tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 2:58


    Plus: Steve Witkoff heads to Gaza as part of an attempt to develop a new aid-distribution plan. And, Ray Dalio sells his remaining stake in Bridgewater. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Stocks Drop as Investors Await Tariff Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 3:01


    President Trump gives Mexico more time for trade talks. Plus: Microsoft and Meta Platforms post strong earnings. EBay logs better-than-expected results. And Apple and Amazon post earnings after the bell. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Microsoft Becomes the World's Second $4 Trillion Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 2:47


    Plus, President Trump extends the existing tariffs on Mexico for 90 days. And the Fed's preferred gauge for inflation was higher than the bank's target in June. Alex Ossola hosts.  An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Strikes Flurry of Trade Deals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 2:58


    Plus: China's cybersecurity regulator summons Nvidia, citing chip-security issues. And, Shell announces a $3.5 billion share buyback, despite lower oil and gas prices. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Federal Reserve Holds the Line on Interest Rates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 2:46


    Fed Chair Jerome Powell signals reluctance about a rate cut at the central bank's next meeting in September. Plus: Hershey trimmed its annual outlook to reflect higher projected tariff expenses. SoFi Technologies plans a public offering of $1.5 billion of stock. Starbucks's earnings undershot estimates. And, Visa posted forecast-beating quarterly results. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Economy Returns to Growth in the Second Quarter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 2:38


    Plus: President Trump says that India will face a 25% tariff rate starting August 1. And Amazon will pay at least $20 million per year to license content from the New York Times. Alex Ossola hosts.  An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tsunami Waves Reach Hawaii After Massive Russian Earthquake

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 3:05


    Plus: The Fed is expected to hold rates steady, although Chair Powell may face unprecedented dissent today. And, U.S. tariffs weigh on European automakers Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. Azhar Sukri hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Stock Indexes Slip as U.S. and Chinese Officials Discuss Extending Tariff Pause

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 2:38


    Import duties on Chinese goods could surge about 80% if the pause expires on Aug. 12. Plus: UnitedHealth Group said its earnings for the year will miss expectations. And Novo Nordisk stock plunged after the Ozempic maker cut its guidance. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Novo Nordisk Shares Plummet as Competition Weighs on Wegovy Sales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 2:40


    Plus: JPMorgan Chase nears a deal to take over Apple's credit-card program. And U.S. consumers' economic mood improved this month, but they remained concerned about tariffs and the labor 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

    Shooter Kills Four in New York Including Blackstone Exec and NYPD Officer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 3:22


    Plus: Famine is now unfolding in Gaza, according to experts. And, premiums for Medicare drug plans are set to increase sharply next year. Kate Bullivant hosts.  Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Stock Indexes Closed Mixed After U.S.-EU Trade Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 2:35


    The agreement removed the risk of an all-out trade war, but critics said it could weigh on already-sluggish economic growth in Europe. Plus: Boeing shares rose after the deal restored tariff exemptions for the aerospace sector. And stock in Tesla rallied after Elon Musk announced a deal with Samsung for artificial intelligence chips. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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