WSJ What’s News
By The Wall Street Journal
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Episodes: 19
May 26, 2020
May 1, 2020
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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.
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Strong Jobs Report Complicates Rate Hikes for the Fed
1028
P.M. Edition for June 2. The May jobs report shows a strong labor market, but complicates matters for the Federal Reserve. Plus, congressional reporter Natalie Andrews discusses the winners and losers in the debt-ceiling deal. And, at public schools across the country, parents, teachers and politicians have been fighting over how and whether to incorporate instruction on LGBT history. Ben Chapman reports. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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Jun 02, 2023 |
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Default Averted, for Now?
1031
A.M. Edition for June 2. The U.S. Senate passes a bill that suspends the debt ceiling and averts an unprecedented U.S. default. London Business School Professor Richard Portes and WSJ deputy finance editor Quentin Webb discuss what this means for the economy and American credibility. Plus, California lawmakers advance a bill requiring big tech companies to pay for news on its platforms. And the U.S. signals a willingness to begin nuclear arms control talks with Russia. Luke Vargas hosts.
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Jun 02, 2023 |
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Cattle Herds Are Shrinking, Boosting Burger Prices
1023
P.M. Edition for June 1. The price of beef is nearing record highs, as cattle herds are shrinking. Agriculture business reporter Patrick Thomas explains why—and what the consequences are for ranchers and consumers. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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Debt Deal Heads to Senate, As Time Runs Out
1021
A.M. Edition for June 1. A sweeping bill to suspend the U.S. debt ceiling is on its way to the Senate after clearing the House with bipartisan support last night. Plus, Exxon and Chevron shareholders reject a raft of climate proposals in the latest hit to ESG efforts. And WSJ Brussels bureau chief Dan Michaels previews a NATO meeting today where officials will discuss whether Ukraine has a future in the alliance. Luke Vargas hosts.
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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Drugmakers Face Ongoing Vaccine Hesitancy
1195
P.M. Edition for May 31. The FDA approves Pfizer’s vaccine for RSV, a deadly respiratory virus. But as Wall Street Journal health business editor Jonathan Rockoff reports, companies are preparing to introduce the shots after resistance to vaccination reached new highs during the pandemic. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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May 31, 2023 |
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Debt Markets Flash Recession Warning Signs
1077
A.M. Edition for May 31. The stock market may be riding high, but down below, debt markets are creaking under the strain of rising interest rates. WSJ credit reporter Matt Wirz explains whether worrying trends in real estate, consumer debt, and bankruptcies spell trouble for the broader economy. Plus, House committee members advance a deal to raise the U.S. debt limit. And China warns of AI’s risks as it invests billions into the technology. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 31, 2023 |
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Cities Are Thriving — Even If Office Real Estate Isn’t
1152
P.M. Edition for May 30. During the height of the pandemic, some analysts predicted that the nation’s biggest cities would experience a downturn, as remote workers fled to cheaper areas. But now, despite the nation’s many empty office buildings, residential areas in cities including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles are experiencing a resurgence. Commercial property reporter Konrad Putzier and real estate reporter Peter Grant explain the dynamics. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.
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May 30, 2023 |
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Big Test for Debt Deal as Default Deadline Looms
1087
A.M. Edition for May 30. U.S. lawmakers are set to start voting today on a debt deal brokered by the White House and House Republicans. WSJ reporter Siobhan Hughes and University College London Professor Julie Norman discuss the road ahead and what a freeze on domestic spending could mean for bipartisanship going forward. Plus, residential areas outside Moscow are hit by a drone attack. And China rebuffs a U.S. request for a meeting between their defense chiefs. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 30, 2023 |
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Disney and Comcast Both Own Hulu—But Maybe Not for Long
1185
P.M. Edition for May 26. Disney and Comcast share ownership of the streaming service Hulu. But as Jessica Toonkel reports, that partnership may not last long. Plus, what problems at the startup Lordstown Motors reveal about the state of the EV market. And, a look at how markets are responding to the debt-ceiling debate. Dion Rabouin hosts.
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May 26, 2023 |
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Inflation Is Falling. So Why Aren’t Food Prices?
1163
A.M. Edition for May 26. The global food crisis is worsening, as a double-digit surge in food costs across Europe hits household incomes. WSJ reporters Paul Hannon and Jaewon Kang explain why prices are soaring and what governments are doing to tackle the issue. Plus, the White House and Republicans draw closer to an agreement to raise the debt limit. And Tesla and Ford team up in an EV-charging deal. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 26, 2023 |
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Airport Runways Are Seeing More Close Calls
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P.M. Edition for May 25. Major U.S. airlines have gone 14 years without a fatal crash. But as Micah Maidenberg reports, a string of close calls on runways has regulators at the Federal Aviation Administration worried ahead of the summer travel season. Plus, we report exclusively that the Treasury Department is preparing to change how the U.S. processes federal agency payments if the debt ceiling is breached. Dion Rabouin hosts.
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May 25, 2023 |
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Fitch Says America’s Credit Rating Is at Risk
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A.M. Edition for May 25. Ratings firm Fitch is considering whether the U.S. should retain its top credit rating as negotiators in Washington struggle to reach an agreement on the debt limit. WSJ markets editor Matthew Thomas unpacks that warning. Plus, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis enters the 2024 presidential race with a bit of a glitch. And how Nvidia is capitalizing on AI-fueled demand for chips. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 25, 2023 |
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Surging Numbers of Migrant Children Try to Reach U.S.
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P.M. Edition for May 24. Debt ceiling negotiations continue, but there’s still no deal on the table. Plus, Kejal Vyas reports on the rising number of unaccompanied children arriving at the U.S. border. And why shares in American banks are trading like meme stocks. Dion Rabouin hosts.
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May 24, 2023 |
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South Carolina Passes Six-Week Abortion Ban
1027
A.M. Edition for May 24. South Carolina has moved to ban most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, imposing severe restrictions in one of the last bastions for legal abortion access in the southern U.S. Plus, baby-formula makers face an FTC collusion probe. And the Journal’s David Benoit on whether JPMorgan’s status as America’s biggest bank is an asset or a liability to the U.S. financial system. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 24, 2023 |
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Ron DeSantis to Launch 2024 Presidential Run in Twitter Talk With Elon Musk
1073
P.M. Edition for May 23. Twitter Chairman Elon Musk says Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be making “a major announcement” on the platform Wednesday night. Plus, activist shareholders are making demands of corporations at a record level. And Apple announces a multibillion-dollar deal with Broadcom to buy U.S.-made chips. Dion Rabouin hosts.
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May 23, 2023 |
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Debt Default Fears Send Investors Hunting for Safety
1193
A.M. Edition for May 23. The risk of a U.S. debt default is sending investors searching for new safe havens, including in the bonds of America’s top-rated companies. Plus, Ukrainian-backed forces stage a cross-border incursion into Russia. And the Journal’s Stella Yifan Xie explains how rising youth unemployment in China is raising economic and political red flags in Beijing. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 23, 2023 |
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Biden and McCarthy Go One-on-One to Get a Debt Ceiling Deal
1097
P.M. Edition for May 22. President Biden and Speaker McCarthy are meeting face-to-face, aiming to broker a debt-ceiling deal. Plus, Western states agree to limit the use of water from the Colorado River. And Senator Tim Scott launches his presidential nomination campaign for the Republican party. Dion Rabouin hosts.
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May 22, 2023 |
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Meta Hit With Record Fine Over EU-U.S. Data Transfers
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A.M. Edition for May 22. European Union privacy regulators have fined Facebook owner Meta a record $1.3 billion for sending user information to the U.S., according to people familiar with the matter. WSJ tech reporter Sam Schechner explains how the decision could affect other multinational companies. Plus, U.S. debt talks are set to resume this afternoon. And Russia claims victory in the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 22, 2023 |
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Debt-Ceiling Talks Pause: What Happens on ‘X-Date’?
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P.M. Edition for May 19. WSJ chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses what may happen as the x-date closes in and debt-ceiling negotiations are at an impasse. Plus, WSJ D.C. reporter Daniella Cheslow says the fight over the debt ceiling has put the spotlight on clean energy funding. Danny Lewis hosts.
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May 19, 2023 |
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6.8 Million Cars Tied to Potentially Explosive Airbag Parts
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A.M. Edition for May 19. President Biden is expected to announce a new round of U.S. restrictions on trade with Russia today. WSJ White House reporter Annie Linskey reports on that from the G-7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, where allies are also looking to counter Chinese economic coercion. Plus, a Journal investigation reveals which car models have been built with a potentially dangerous air-bag part. And how the leader of the United Arab Emirates has charted a delicate “friends-with-everyone” strategy. Luke Vargas hosts.
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May 19, 2023 |