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12:40

The Escalating Standoff Over the Federal Reserve

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2026/04/15

P.M. Edition for April 15. President Donald Trump renews his threat to fire Jerome Powell. WSJ chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos explains what the conflict between the White House and the Federal Reserve means for Trump’s Fed nominee Kevin Warsh. Plus, a jury finds Live Nation guilty of monopolizing the market for U.S. concert tickets. And LIV Golf is on the brink of collapse as a key funder considers backing out. Imani Moise hosts.Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News

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14:44

Maine Bans Large Data Centers in U.S. First

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2026/04/15

A.M. Edition for April 15. As tensions rise over the Iran war, American allies are drafting fallback plans for a “European NATO” should President Trump exit the alliance. Plus, Maine becomes the first state to block construction of large AI data centers. And after the Trump administration cut IRS enforcement staff, WSJ’s Richard Rubin looks at whether more Americans are prepared to cheat on their taxes. Luke Vargas hosts. P.S., if Tax Day snuck up on you, it’s not too late to request an

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10:12

Bank Earnings Show U.S. Economy Is Holding Up

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2026/04/14

P.M. Edition for April. 14. Earnings reports out today from JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Wells Fargo show that customers continued to spend, borrow and invest, despite the war in Iran and AI jitters. WSJ investing columnist Spencer Jakab joins to discuss how this might be a great quarter beyond the banking sector. Plus, U.S. stocks extend their winning streaks; we hear from Journal markets reporter Hannah Erin Lang about what’s driving the rally. And Amazon has agreed to acquire satellite operator

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12:34

Who Really Had It Worse: Boomers or Millennials?

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2026/04/14

A.M. Edition for April 14. To see how the finances of two of the biggest generations in American history stack up, WSJ’s Joe Pinsker looks at whether data on things like income, home prices and student debt can settle the debate. Plus, a double departure on Capitol Hill: Republican Tony Gonzales and Democrat Eric Swalwell both say they will resign from Congress following separate misconduct allegations. And Chinese exports slip, while luxury sales stall as the war in the Middle East shuts malls

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14:16

U.S. Spring Home Selling Season Is Off to a Rough Start

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2026/04/13

P.M. Edition for April 13. New data out today shows that U.S. existing home sales dropped 3.6% in March, worse than economists expected. We hear from WSJ housing reporter Nicole Friedman about what’s driving the decline. Plus, Goldman Sachs kicks off earnings season with a record quarter in banking and trading And the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is officially in effect. WSJ senior video and national security correspondent Shelby Holliday discusses the Trump administration’s goal in cutting

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14:21

Iran, U.S. Trade Threats After Peace Talks Collapse

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2026/04/13

A.M. Edition for April 13. The U.S. plan to blockade the Strait of Hormuz sets up a risky new showdown that could draw American forces into a prolonged conflict over the strategic waterway, while compounding the economic damage caused by the conflict. Plus, Trump ally Viktor Orban loses Hungary’s election in a historic landslide. WSJ correspondent Matthew Luxmoore has the latest from Budapest. And California Rep. Eric Swalwell faces pressure to leave the House, after suspending his governor campaign

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12:54

The U.S. Economy Is Teetering. Here Are Three...

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2026/04/12

The U.S. economy has navigated a pandemic, inflation and global tariffs. But is it finally reaching a breaking point? Oil prices, private credit and the AI industry could help determine whether the economy rolls over or pulls through. WSJ reporters Joe Wallace, AnnaMaria Andriotis and Angel Au-Yeung join host Danny Lewis to discuss some of the worst- and best-case scenarios facing an uncertain economy.Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Further Reading The Economy Is on the Edge

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5:31

What’s News in Markets: Cease-Fire Stocks, Airlines...

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2026/04/11

Which stocks got a boost from the cease-fire? And how are airlines dealing with surging jet fuel costs? Plus, why is Intel this week’s big stock winner? Host Jared Mitovich 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

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14:32

Gasoline Prices Drive Inflation to Highest Level in...

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2026/04/10

P.M. Edition for April 10. The first major inflation report since the start of the Iran war showed consumer prices rose 3.3% last month from a year earlier. WSJ economics reporter Konrad Putzier discusses the risks of a prolonged run-up in energy prices and what the energy shock means for the Federal Reserve. Plus, the U.S. and Iran gear up for what will be their highest-level talks in decades this weekend. We hear from reporter Laurence Norman about the leverage each side has going into the

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14:49

Why a Hormuz Toll Makes Economic Sense

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2026/04/10

A.M. Edition for April 10. The White House is racing to contain Israel’s deadly war in Lebanon ahead of peace talks with Iran this weekend. At the centre of negotiations is the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a possible toll on ships passing through the waterway. WSJ correspondent Tom Fairless explains why Iran and the U.S. might be able to agree on this - and the global consequences such a toll would have. Plus, we look at why MAGA is so invested in this weekend’s election in Hungary. And why

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13:13

Rising HOA Fees Are Making It Even More Expensive to...

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2026/04/09

Homeowners association fees have risen nearly 30% since before the pandemic. WSJ housing reporter Nicole Friedman explains what’s behind the surge that’s stretching both homeowners and potential buyers. Plus, Israel said it’s ready to start direct negotiations with Lebanon. Stocks moved higher on hopes that would bolster the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, and the Dow turned positive for the year. And the U.K. says it thwarted a secret Russian submarine operation threatening underwater infrastructure. U.K

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14:50

Israel’s Lebanon Strikes Threaten Iran Peace Push

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2026/04/09

A.M. Edition for April 9. Global stocks fall and oil prices are climbing as cracks in the fragile U.S.-Iran truce begin to show. Israel’s deadly attacks in Lebanon have emerged as a key sticking point for Tehran, while tanker traffic remains snarled in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, with businesses and consumers feeling the economic impacts of the war, WSJ editor Alex Frangos says another long-term problem is looming: Americans aren’t having enough babies. And AI companies are trying to avert a public

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13:06

Iran and the U.S. Remain Far Apart Despite Cease-Fire...

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2026/04/08

P.M. Edition for April 8. The U.S.- Iran ceasefire is fragile, with divisions over the Strait of Hormuz and other key issues. WSJ national security reporter Shelby Holliday explains what’s at stake in the Middle East. Stocks rally and oil prices plunge after the ceasefire. WSJ markets reporter Hannah Erin Lang tells us about the latest TACO trade. Plus, economists are getting worse at forecasting one of the most important economic indicators. WSJ economics reporter Matt Grossman tells us what’s

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14:48

U.S. and Iran Both Claim Victory in New Ceasefire

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2026/04/08

A.M. Edition for April 8. The U.S. and Iran have reached a 14-day ceasefire agreement aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and pausing weeks of escalating military strikes. With Tehran touting the deal as a strategic win, WSJ Middle East correspondent Jared Malsin details what we know about the truce and whether the Strait is in fact reopening. Plus, how markets – and central banks – are responding to the U.S. and Iran walking back from the brink. And Republicans beat back a Democratic push to

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13:55

Trump Ramps Up Threats Ahead of Iran Deadline

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2026/04/07

P.M. Edition for April 7. Ahead of his 8 p.m. ET deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump’s escalating rhetoric has drawn criticism from both sides of the aisle—and put investors on edge. Plus, a growing number of U.S. workers over the age of 55 are retiring—sometimes earlier than they expected—because they don’t want to learn how to use AI. Wall Street Journal reporter Ray Smith discusses. And Intel is teaming up with Elon Musk’s SpaceX, xAI and Tesla to operate an

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14:36

How One Central Banker Is Sizing Up the Iran War

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2026/04/07

A.M. Edition for April 7. With markets holding their breath ahead of President Trump’s deadline to bombard Iran’s infrastructure if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz, National Bank of Belgium Governor Pierre Wunsch explains how policymakers are coping with the ripple effects of the war. Plus, Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital offers to buy Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company and record label behind Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny. And Journal marketing reporter Patrick

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12:39

Why America’s Upper Middle Class Is Growing

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2026/04/06

P.M. Edition for April 6. New research shows that the upper middle class has tripled in size over the last 50 years. Economics reporter Rachel Ensign explains what’s helping people move up the income ladder. Plus, Iran has rejected a cease-fire proposal from the U.S. a day before President Trump’s deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And OpenAI and Anthropic are both expected to go public later this year. Journal reporter Berber Jin takes a deep dive into their finances and finds their

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12:43

U.S. and Israel Consider Attacks on Iran’s Economy

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2026/04/06

A.M. Edition for April 6. In an interview, President Trump says he could strike every power plant in Iran if Tehran doesn’t open the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening. WSJ correspondent Dov Lieber says that threat comes as both the U.S. and Israel step up attacks on Iran’s infrastructure. Plus, PepsiCo and Diageo pull their sponsorship of a major London music festival after Kanye West is booked as a headliner. And geopolitics reporter Jon Emont explains how the Trump administration's decision to

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5:01

What’s News in Markets: The War Trade, Megadeals and...

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2026/04/04

Why are oil prices and oil stocks moving in opposite directions? And are megadeals a recipe for buyer’s remorse? Plus, get ready for one of the biggest IPO of all time. 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

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15:09

U.S. Rescues One of Two Crew Members From Jet Downed...

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2026/04/03

P.M. Edition for April 3. WSJ senior video and national security correspondent Shelby Holliday gives us the latest on the F-15E fighter jet and its missing crew member. A second American warplane was hit; the pilot is safe after flying out of Iranian territory and ejecting from the aircraft. Plus, the U.S. economy added 178,000 jobs in March, far exceeding expectations. We hear from Journal economics reporter Matt Grossman about the economy’s bright spots. And in the months since Nicolás Maduro’s

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