Wsj Your Money Briefing

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

Your home may be the biggest purchase you ever make. But high prices and mortgage rates mean that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to get wealthy from buying a home. Are we at the top of the market, and should that stop you from buying a home? WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While there are some risks to tooting your own horn at work, new research shows that bragging can actually bring you closer to your colleagues. WSJ contributor David Robson joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to celebrate your achievements without seeming like a jerk.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Receiving your first professional paycheck is a memorable moment for anyone starting out, but the maze of numbers can be hard to follow. In the second episode of our three-part series “Adulting 101: Navigating the Real World,” we go line by line to explain taxes and other deductions taken out of your check that result in your take-home pay. Plus, the right questions to ask to maximize your employee benefits. J.R. Whalen and Ariana Aspuru host. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some people are trying to turn their big monthly expenses into an opportunity to earn more points by paying with a credit card. WSJ reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what you should know about credit card rewards and fees before charging your rent and other bills.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rising temperatures and high natural-gas prices mean you could be paying more to keep your home cool this summer. WSJ commodities reporter Ryan Dezember joins host Ariana Aspuru to talk about how high your electricity bill could jump and what to keep in mind as you crank up the air conditioning. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finding it harder to boost morale and promote camaraderie in hybrid work environments, some managers are looking to hire someone with personality. WSJ columnist Callum Borchers joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how charm can outweigh productivity.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first episode of our three part-series “Adulting 101: Navigating the Real World,” we explore a crucial milestone for graduates: landing that first professional job out of college. Discover how AI can be a valuable tool for resume-building and completing job applications, as well as pitfalls to avoid. Upcoming episodes will cover dissecting your paycheck, choosing the right benefits, and creating a budget. J.R. Whalen and Ariana Aspuru host.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  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

 It can be hard to understand exactly what kinds of things help or hurt your credit score. One reason why: Paying off a car loan or missing a credit-card payment might not affect your score the same way it affects other people’s. WSJ personal finance reporter Imani Moise joins host J.R. Whalen to clear up some of the uncertainty behind credit scores through a new interactive WSJ quiz.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More people are turning to content creation to generate income. But it's getting harder with algorithm changes and a potential TikTok ban. WSJ reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As older parents live longer with chronic illness and need more assistance, their caregivers face the challenge of also holding a full-time job. WSJ “Turning Points” columnist Clare Ansberry joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss calls for more businesses to offer elder care-related benefits. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In some offices, hybrid work schedules have resulted in productivity slowdowns. Wall Street Journal reporter Ray A. Smith joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what some call a “coordination tax.” Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter. 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

Homeowners are experimenting with AI apps to find style ideas, visualize layouts, and coordinate with designers. These new tools say they can help save time and money in the building and renovation process. WSJ reporter Nancy Keates joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how some of the apps work.   Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two years of higher interest rates haven’t been enough to nudge most Americans to move their cash into higher-yield accounts or other savings vehicles. WSJ personal finance reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why it’s not too late to join the easy-money era.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Need help paying for school? College students can nab scholarships for their height, their duck calling abilities and even their last name. WSJ reporter Melissa Korn joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how some of these scholarships work.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They broke up 35 years ago. He left her his nearly $1 million retirement account. The years-long legal battle that ensued is a cautionary tale. WSJ personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how this happened and the mistakes to avoid when filling out beneficiary forms. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Economists have warned a recession was imminent but it still hasn’t arrived. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how long this economic resilience could last and what threatens it.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  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