WSJ What’s News

Follow WSJ What’s News
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

What's News brings you the headlines and business news that move markets and the world—twice every weekday. In about 15 minutes, get caught up on the best Wall Street Journal scoops and exclusives, with insight and analysis from the award-winning reporters that broke the stories. Hosted by Annmarie Fertoli and Luke Vargas.

The Wall Street Journal


    • May 14, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 3,051 EPISODES

    4.2 from 3,584 ratings Listeners of WSJ What’s News that love the show mention: wsj, baby voice, daily source, twice a day, twice daily, unbiased reporting, great summary, like the old, garrison, top stories, advertisement, get the news, wall street, india, pm, turner, daily news, kim, please bring back, print.


    Ivy Insights

    The WSJ What's News podcast is my absolute favorite source of news and information. It keeps me updated and current on all the important headlines, providing a perfect dose of news. The reporting is top-notch and the analysis is always insightful. This podcast does an excellent job of delivering the news in a short and precise manner, allowing me to stay informed without spending too much time listening. I appreciate that the hosts have a conversational style rather than sounding like traditional news casters, making it feel more engaging and relatable.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its commitment to unbiased reporting. Despite what some negative reviews may claim, I find that the show presents the facts without trying to influence my opinion or tell me how to think. It serves as a reliable source of news, which is exactly what I'm looking for. The show assumes that listeners have a basic knowledge of mundane subjects, allowing them to delve deeper into more complex topics. This approach adds depth and nuance to the reporting.

    However, one criticism I have is that in recent episodes, interviews with reporters seem to be getting longer. While I appreciate hearing from experts and journalists, I prefer when the show includes shorter stories to cover more news in each episode. Additionally, some reporters have a tendency to raise their voices at the end of every sentence or have a sing-songy cadence, which can be distracting and take away from the content.

    In conclusion, The WSJ What's News podcast is a high-quality source of news that provides concise and balanced reporting on current events. It keeps me informed without overwhelming me with unnecessary details or biased opinions. While there are some minor flaws in terms of interview lengths and delivery styles, overall it remains my go-to podcast for staying up-to-date with top headlines. The team behind this podcast deserves praise for their excellent work in delivering quality reporting and analysis on a daily basis.



    More podcasts from The Wall Street Journal

    Search for episodes from WSJ What’s News with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from WSJ What’s News

    Why Crypto Die-Hards Are Flocking to a More Secret Version of Bitcoin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 13:22


    P.M. Edition for May 14. A privacy-focused alternative to bitcoin called Zcash is winning over crypto evangelists. WSJ special writer Greg Zuckerman explains what's got the crypto community so excited, along with the risks of the coin. Plus, Pentagon leaders say the war in Iran is costing so much that they're running out of money for other operations. And New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art has agreed to merge with the Neue Galerie, cosmetics billionaire Ronald Lauder's esteemed museum for German and Austrian modern art. We hear from Journal reporter Kelly Crow about why that's an important move for the Met. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S. Scales Up Hantavirus Response

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 14:15


    A.M. Edition for May 14. Chinese leader Xi Jinping has warned President Trump that any mishandling of the Taiwan issue could lead to ‘an extremely dangerous situation' – a message China bureau chief Jon Cheng and national security reporter Alex Ward tell us is casting a cloud over a closely-watched summit. Plus, the CDC assigns more staff to respond to the hantavirus outbreak as it tries to strike a balance between a swift response and sparking panic. And columnist Callum Borchers shares career advice for new grads, including that no one cares about your GPA. 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 Anthropic Pulled Ahead of OpenAI to Lead the AI Boom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 14:18


    P.M. Edition for May 13. OpenAI has for years been the major AI company, with ChatGPT dominating with users and in the discourse. But as WSJ reporter Kate Clark tells us, new data indicates that Anthropic has taken its crown—though keeping it is far from a sure thing. Plus, the Senate has voted to confirm Kevin Warsh as the new chair of the Federal Reserve by the tightest margin since 1977, when a vote was first required. And new data from the CDC shows that the number of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. fell for the third year in a row, a sign that the country might be emerging from the opioid epidemic. Journal reporter Jen Calfas discusses what's driving the decline. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Are Tech Leaders Pushing a U.S.-China AI Truce?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 14:52


    A.M. Edition for May 13. As Tim Cook, Elon Musk and Jensen Huang arrive in China alongside President Trump, WSJ Beijing bureau chief Jon Cheng considers whether the U.S. could be posed to expand Chinese access to advanced American tech. Plus, U.S. household debt closes in on $19 trillion as student loan delinquencies rise. And WSJ's Ed Ballard explains how continued disruption to the Strait of Hormuz is sending trade overland, potentially changing trade routes permanently. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump and Xi to Meet in China: What's at Stake

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 13:10


    P.M. Edition for May 12. President Trump left today for his summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. WSJ Washington bureau chief Damian Paletta lays out the stakes, with the two leaders expected to tackle trade, Iran and Taiwan. Plus, inflation hit its highest level in three years last month, outpacing wage growth. Journal economics reporter Chao Deng explains how the war in the Middle East is driving up prices. And there's a fire sale on MBAs, with a number of business schools offering deep discounts on their tuition. We hear from reporter Ray Smith about why it has everything to do with AI. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    First Came the TACO Trade. Now It's the NACHO.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 12:25


    A.M. Edition for May 12. With the U.S. and Iran still far apart on a peace deal, WSJ reporter Caitlin McCabe says investors are embracing a new Tex-Mex-inspired trade based on the assumption the Strait of Hormuz won't be opening anytime soon. Plus, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer fights for his job as a rebellion against him spills into markets. And Democrats face another setback in the midterm redistricting fight. Luke Vargas hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Meet the Repo Man Retrieving Spirit's Planes Around the U.S.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 10:36


    P.M. Edition for May 11. When Spirit Airlines stopped flying earlier this month, it left dozens of planes scattered around the country. We hear from WSJ's Alison Sider about the plane repo men and what it takes to bring the jets back to the companies that own them. Plus, the Trump administration, worried about affordability ahead of November's midterms, plans to temporarily ease beef tariffs to lower grocery costs. And the Journal has learned that the United Arab Emirates has secretly carried out military strikes on Iran. Our reporter Shelby Holliday explains what drove the U.A.E. to become an active combatant in the war in the Gulf. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Surging Fuel Prices Aren't Curbing Holiday Plans Yet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 12:33


    A.M. Edition for May 11. Around 150 passengers from a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship are finally returning home, with authorities around the world coordinating flights for quarantine and isolation. Plus, fading hopes of a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran are reigniting a climb in oil prices. According to the AAA, Americans on average are paying $4.52 for a gallon of gasoline, with drivers in California hardest hit. And while consumers may be anxious about higher fuel costs, Expedia's CEO tells us that they're still booking trips. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nuclear Power's Reboot

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 30:15


    The U.S. pioneered early nuclear technologies—not only for war, but also for peacetime, in the form of abundant nuclear energy. After a surge in new reactor construction, the 1979 partial meltdown at Three Mile Island precipitated the end of nuclear energy's expansion in America. But recent calls for reliable, clean energy to fuel AI data centers have shifted attitudes and increased investment and innovation in the industry. Will the AI race be enough to reboot nuclear energy in the U.S.? This episode is part of The Wall Street Journal's USA250: The Story of the World's Greatest Economy, a collection of articles, videos and podcasts aiming to offer a deeper understanding of how America has evolved. Listen to previous installments of our USA250 podcast: The Struggle To Keep America's Workers Safe An Economy Built on Speculation America's Road to a DIY Retirement Further Reading: Why Fusion Is Considered Energy's Elusive Holy Grail America's First Commercial Nuclear-Power Projects in a Decade Just Broke Ground ‘Three New York Cities' Worth of Power: AI Is Stressing the Grid Inside the Audacious Plan to Reopen Three Mile Island's Nuclear Plant Five Things to Know About AI's Thirst for Energy ‘It's Time for Nuclear' to Meet Growing U.S. Power Needs, Trump Declares Nuclear Power Is Making a Comeback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What's News in Markets: Bubble Fears, AI Slop, Toilet Stocks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 5:43


    How is the AI trade different from the dot-com bubble? And why wasn't Wall Street impressed by Palantir's blowout quarter? Plus, what does a glass company and a luxury toilet maker have to do with AI? Host Imani Moise 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

    Is the Labor Market Gaining Strength?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 12:03


    P.M. Edition for May 8. The U.S. economy added 115,00 jobs in April, beating analyst expectations for the second month in a row. WSJ economics reporter Chao Deng explains how this could be a turning point for the labor market–and what that means for the Federal Reserve. Plus, the Virginia Supreme Court threw out Democrats' efforts at redistricting ahead of the midterm elections. We hear from Journal national political reporter Ken Thomas about how this could affect Democrats' chances at retaking the House. And we're exclusively reporting that Intel will supply some chips for Apple devices—a deal that could be huge for the chipmaker's attempt to turn around its business. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What's News in Earnings: How Big Pharma Is Expanding the GLP-1 Market

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 6:34


    Bonus Episode for May 8. Financial results from pharmaceutical companies Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb and AbbVie show strong demand continuing for weight-loss drugs and autoimmune treatments. Wall Street Journal pharma reporter Peter Loftus discusses which drugmakers have the upper hand in the race to dominate those markets.  WSJ Heard on the Street columnist David Wainer hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies' earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what's going on under the hood of the American economy. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What the U.K. Populist Surge Says About Politics Everywhere

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 15:15


    A.M. Edition for May 8. Early U.K. election results point to a surge in populism and deep voter dissatisfaction with the incumbent Labour party. WSJ U.K. correspondent Max Colchester explains how voters are becoming increasingly polarised and what that means for governments around the world. Plus, President Trump's tariffs face another legal setback. And WSJ's Te-Ping Chen details the extremes writers go to, in order to prove that they are not AI. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What the U.S. Government Is Doing With Its Stakes in Companies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 11:25


    P.M. Edition for May 7. During Trump's second term, his administration has announced direct investment stakes in at least 10 companies such as Intel and U.S. Steel. We hear from WSJ reporter Maggie Severns about why this is an unorthodox approach by the government and how American executives are responding. Plus, Secretary of State Marco is in Rome in an effort to repair the relationship with Pope Leo and Italian leaders. National security reporter Robbie Gramer gives us an update from the Italian capital. And Elon Musk is being summoned to France to face criminal charges in a sprawling investigation of his social media platform, X. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Should You Trust ChatGPT With Your Money?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 14:44


    A.M. Edition for May 7. U.S. airlines are warning that already-high airfares will surge if the war in Iran doesn't end soon. And the Trump administration is taking heed, as new polling shows most Americans blame the President for rising fuel costs. Plus, we look at the risks posed by the lowly power bank. And WSJ markets reporter Gunjan Banerji explains the pros and cons of asking AI for investment advice. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Health Officials Trying to Trace and Contain Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 13:30


    P.M. Edition for May 6. A patient in Switzerland has been hospitalized with a strain of hantavirus after returning from a cruise to South America. Three people who traveled on that cruise ship have died. Journal reporter Xavier Martinez discusses what's concerning about the virus and what health officials are doing about it. Plus, media titan Ted Turner, who created CNN and shaped the cable-TV industry, has died at 87. And as some companies lay off workers because of AI, others are keeping their headcount, but they expect workers to do more. We hear from WSJ workplace reporter Chip Cutter about what that means for their workers. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Samsung Hits $1 Trillion Milestone as AI Demand Soars

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 14:21


    A.M. Edition for May 6. A Journal investigation finds China is supplying Russia and Iran with drone factories. WSJ senior correspondent Josh Chin explains how Chinese companies are managing to circumvent U.S. sanctions. Plus, Samsung joins the trillion dollar club amid relentless demand for AI memory chips. And weight-loss drug giant Novo Nordisk surprises with strong sales even as competition with Eli Lilly continues to weigh on growth. Daniel Bach hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pentagon Says Iran Attacks Don't Rise to Level of Restarting War

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 11:10


    P.M. Edition for May 5. After Iran's most recent attacks on the United Arab Emirates, the Trump administration is looking the other way. WSJ chief foreign-affairs correspondent Yaroslav Trofimov explains why the U.S. response is worrying its allies. Plus, China is pushing back against U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil. We hear from Journal chief China correspondent Lingling Wei, who writes the WSJ China newsletter, about why China is cracking down. And we're exclusively reporting that President Trump is pressuring FDA Commissioner Marty Makary to to approve flavored vapes. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What's News in Earnings: Oil Companies Look Forward to a Windfall

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 6:14


    Bonus Episode for May 5. Financial results from U.S. oil companies Exxon Mobil, Chevron and ConocoPhillips show how oil companies expect to reap the benefits of a surge in oil prices due to the Iran war. Wall Street Journal oil reporter Collin Eaton discusses why that doesn't necessarily mean more investment in the oil patch. Benoît Morenne, who covers the oil-and-gas industry, hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies' earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what's going on under the hood of the American economy. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Flying Out of the U.S. Now Costs 50% More

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 12:55


    A.M. Edition for May 5. The Trump administration is weighing a new government-review process for AI tools that could pose cybersecurity risks, in response to Anthropic's powerful Mythos model. Plus, oil prices are slipping even as fresh attacks from Iran risk a further escalation in the war. But those higher fuel prices have already made their mark, pushing some U.S. airline ticket prices up 50%. And older Americans are sitting on $110 trillion of wealth. WSJ reporter Rachel Louise Ensign says they're also living longer, meaning “the great wealth transfer” isn't happening anytime soon. Daniel Bach hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Missiles Target U.A.E., Ships Attacked as Fighting Threatens Iran Cease-Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 11:57


    P.M. Edition for May 4. Fighting in the Middle East flared up for the first time in weeks. Senior video and national security correspondent Shelby Holliday discusses what it could mean for the fragile cease-fire in the Iran war. Plus, WSJ's Liz Young reports on how Amazon is betting on its global supply chain as its next big growth engine. And Journal markets reporter Jack Pitcher explains why there's a growing appetite for actively managed ETFs–and why that's benefiting asset managers. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why Almost Everyone Loses on Prediction Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 14:36


    A.M. Edition for May 4. President Trump announces a new plan for opening the Strait of Hormuz - but traders seem unconvinced, sending oil prices higher. Plus, GameStop makes a massive play for e-commerce giant Ebay. And a Journal investigation reveals why most prediction market bets end in a loss. WSJ's Neil Mehta details the winners and losers of platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket - and why the odds are worse than a Vegas slot machine. Daniel Bach hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tariffs' Messy Reality: The Cost-of-Living Election | Part 1: Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2026 22:08


    On the campaign trail and from the Oval Office, President Trump billed tariffs as a means to reclaim America's historic role as a manufacturing powerhouse. But more than a year since his imposition of significant import taxes, the benefits are uncertain. Manufacturing jobs in the U.S. have fallen by about 100,000, or roughly 0.6%, since the start of Trump's second term. For our special What's News series The Cost-of-Living Election, WSJ national politics reporter Sabrina Siddiqui met union workers, manufacturing executives and everyday voters in and around Cleveland, Ohio, to uncover what tariffs mean for the economy and the state's upcoming primary elections. She then explores the potency of tariffs as a political issue with reporters Aaron Zitner and Gavin Bade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What's News in Markets: AI Price Tag, New Oil Rules, Short-Squeeze Payback

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2026 5:41


    Big tech is finally cashing in on AI, but who is making the biggest profits? And what does a weakened OPEC mean for oil markets? Plus, how is Avis getting an investor to hand back gains after a short squeeze? Host Imani Moise 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

    Spirit Airlines Prepares to Shut Down

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 12:14


    P.M. Edition for May 1. Spirit Airlines prepares to stop operating after a government rescue falls apart. Journal reporter Alison Sider walks us through what happened and how Spirit changed the American travel industry. Plus, why some credit-card issuers are warning they'll leave the state of Illinois. Ben Glickman, who covers payments, joins us to discuss the state law banning some credit-card fees that's set this off. And after years of hope and disappointment, robotaxis are finally hitting the streets—at least, in some American cities. We hear from WSJ reporter Sean McLain about how the rollout is going and what's next. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How King Charles Un-Tariffed Scotch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 15:14


    A.M. Edition for May 1. American oil execs give Venezuela a second look as the resumption of direct flights to Caracas signals a major thaw in relations. Plus, in more evidence the Iran war is reshaping supply chains, Australia's energy and climate change minister says he's tracking down new oil suppliers and speeding up the country's transition to renewables. And distillers across the pond cheer as President Trump says he's giving the Scotch industry a break after a royal intervention. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The AI Boom Is Driving GDP Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 12:22


    P.M. Edition for April 30. GDP rose 2% for the first three months of the year, rising from the previous quarter but not as fast as economists were expecting. Greg Daco, chief economist at EY-Parthenon, joins to discuss the business investments fueling that growth. Plus, U.S. national debt now exceeds 100% of GDP. Hear from Journal investing columnist Spencer Jakab on how that could affect government activity. And the latest tech giant reports: Apple profit margins and revenue top Wall Street expectations. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What's News in Earnings: Airlines Feel the Pain of an Oil Shock

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 6:17


    Bonus Episode for Apr. 30. A surge in oil prices is weighing on profits from airlines. Financial results from American Airlines, JetBlue, United and Delta give insight into how the industry is passing on those higher fuel costs to consumers. Wall Street Journal airlines reporter Alison Sider discusses whether demand for travel is changing and the divide between budget airlines and the rest of the industry.  WSJ travel reporter Jacob Passy hosts this special bonus episode of What's News in Earnings, where we dig into companies' earnings reports and analyst calls to find out what's going on under the hood of the American economy. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Big Tech Rakes In the AI Revenue

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 13:52


    A.M. Edition for April 30. After several years of massive infrastructure spending, four of the biggest names in tech reported sales growth yesterday thanks to the proliferation of AI tools. WSJ deputy tech bureau chief Bradley Olson details how companies are dipping into their cash reserves and announcing layoffs to accommodate massive AI spending, and how investors are responding. Plus, the White House opposes Anthropic's plan to expand access to its powerful Mythos AI model over security concerns. And can LIV Golf survive after Saudi Arabia pulls funding for the PGA Tour rival? Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fed Holds Rates Steady and Ends the Powell Era Deeply Divided

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 12:06


    P.M. Edition for April 29. In an unusual move, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said today that he plans to stay on the Fed's board after his term as chair ends next month. WSJ economics reporter Matt Grossman explains Powell's reasoning, and what divisions within the central bank could mean for interest rates. Plus a Supreme Court decision today limits how states use voters' race to draw voting districts. James Romoser, who covers the Supreme Court for the Journal, says that could lead to a loss of Democratic seats in some states. And the Pentagon gives its first precise estimate for how much the Iran war has cost the military so far: $25 billion. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How Starbucks Is Dodging Dismal Consumer Sentiment

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 14:30


    A.M. Edition for April 29. President Trump instructs aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, to compel the regime to give up its nuclear ambitions. Plus, tech stocks prepare to take center stage during earnings season as AI jitters resurface on Wall Street. And against a backdrop of consumer anxiety, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol says a focus on experience and faster service is luring customers back to its coffee shops. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Correction: Mike Johnson is the House Speaker. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly referred to him as the House Majority Leader. (Corrected on April 29) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why the U.A.E. Is Breaking Up With OPEC

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 14:49


    P.M. Edition for April 28. The United Arab Emirates says it's leaving OPEC. WSJ foreign correspondent Georgi Kantchev explains how the exit will affect the powerful oil cartel and energy markets. Plus, a Senate bill meant to create more homes isn't law yet, but it's putting a freeze on many developments in the burgeoning build-to-rent industry. We hear from Journal housing reporter Rebecca Picciotto about how this affects future home construction projects. And former FBI Director James Comey faces Justice Department charges for a second time. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Can OpenAI Keep Spending as Growth Slows?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 13:42


    A.M. Edition for April 28. OpenAI is failing to hit revenue and user targets as it sprints toward an IPO. Plus, WSJ climate and energy reporter Ed Ballard explains why the Trump administration is paying two more companies not to develop offshore wind projects. And as AI continues to reshape the jobs market, we look at how internships are more important than ever - and becoming harder to find. Luke Vargas hosts Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Suspected Gunman Charged With Attempting to Assassinate President Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 12:51


    P.M. Edition for April 27. Prosecutors have charged 31-year-old Cole Allen, the suspect in the shooting outside the White House Correspondents' dinner, with attempting to assassinate President Trump. Plus, an update from the middle of earnings season: first-quarter profits are expected to climb higher for big U.S. companies. Journal special writer Theo Francis helps explain how they're navigating gloomy consumers. And would you pay $50 for a movie ticket? Entertainment reporter Ben Fritz joins to discuss why a certain kind of movie fan is doing it. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    China's Carmakers Bet Big on (Electric) SUVs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 14:56


    A.M. Edition for April 27. After an attack outside the White House Correspondent's Association dinner, WSJ's Washington coverage chief Damian Paletta explains how simple security flaws exposed the president to another gunman. Plus, budget airlines appeal for government assistance as higher jet fuel prices threaten the struggling sector. And WSJ's Stephen Wilmot reports on how China's electric carmakers are looking to cash in on big American-style SUVs. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Can Planning for Divorce Actually Save Your Marriage?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2026 14:38


    Divorce can be one of the most financially disruptive events in a person's life. It's not just about who gets the dog. It's about calculating the true value of a family business, and figuring out if you can actually afford the taxes on the vacation home you just “won” in court. Host Imani Moise speaks with Kristen Shearin, a certified divorce financial analyst, about the math you should do before saying “I do." Further Reading The Cost of Divorce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    What's News in Markets: Persian Gulf Oil Damage, Defense Stocks Under Fire, AI Revivals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 4:35


    When will the oil shock fade? And why are defense companies losing ground despite booming demand? Plus, how AI is giving legacy tech a second act. Host Imani Moise 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

    What the End of the DOJ Investigation Means for the Next Fed Chair

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 13:13


    P.M. Edition for April 24. The Justice Department will end its probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos discusses what that means for President Trump's Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh. Plus, weapons makers have seen war boost their sales, but their stocks have taken a hit. We hear from Drew FitzGerald, who covers defense for the Journal, about why investors are wary. And, after a rocky start, the Las Vegas Sphere is now the highest-grossing arena in the world. Entertainment reporter Katherine Sayre tells us why we might be seeing more Spheres around the world. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why Asia's Sinking Consumer Confidence is the World's Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 14:09


    A.M. Edition for April 24. Twin shortages of fertilizer and fuel in the wake of the Iran war are spooking consumers across Asia and raising fears of weak harvests. But as HSBC's Frederic Neumann tells us, the effects of rising food prices are likely to spread around the world and linger well into 2027. Plus, U.S. authorities charge a U.S. soldier who took part in the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro with using classified information to earn more than $400,000 on Polymarket. And Intel shares surge more than 20 percent in off hours trading, as the chip maker beat earnings estimates. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Elon Musk Lands Another ‘Moonshot' Pay Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 13:37


    P.M. Edition for April 23. SpaceX is expected to go public in June, and the move could mean big things for CEO Elon Musk. The company's board has already granted him a “moonshot” pay package, and he's expected to control the company through supervoting shares. Journal reporter Corrie Driebusch discusses why investors are all for it. Plus, it's a gloomy day for tech workers as Meta plans to lay off 10% of workers while Microsoft offers buyouts. And the Trump administration reclassifies marijuana as a less dangerous drug, which could be a boon for the multibillion-dollar cannabis industry. Alex Ossola hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Explore our series on the financial realities of divorce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tesla Shares Drop on $25 Billion AI Spending Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 13:35


    A.M. Edition for April 23. Tesla shares have slipped off-hours despite surprising Wall Street with better revenues - and rising car sales. WSJ's Becky Peterson says investors are worried about the price tag for Elon Musk's AI plans, including the new Optimus robot. Plus, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired Navy Secretary John Phelan in the latest shakeup at the Pentagon. And Senators approve a budget plan to fund DHS, which will hand ICE and Border Control an additional $70 billion, despite Democratic opposition. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trump's Big Bet on Immigration Isn't Paying Off for Most Workers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 12:20


    P.M. Edition for April 22. A year into President Trump's immigration crackdown, data is starting to provide answers to a longstanding policy question: What effect do immigrants have on wages, and what happens when they leave? WSJ economics reporter Paul Kiernan digs into it. Plus, the Trump administration nears a deal to save Spirit Airlines. And Tesla reports higher revenue and profit for its most recent quarter. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Claim WSJ What’s News

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel