What’s News in Markets: iPhone Tariffs, Target Backlash, Ross Stores Trade Woes
How did Trump’s latest threats hurt Apple? And how did a DEI boycott affect Target’s latest quarter? Plus, why was Ross Stores the latest company to pull its outlook? Host Jack Pitcher discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
Listen: Boycotting Target: A WSJ Podcast Series
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Why the Spring Home Buying Season Is Shaping Up to Be a Disappointment
The real-estate industry had high expectations going into the spring selling season, but mortgage rates, economic instability, and affordability sidelined prospective buyers – again. Wall Street Journal reporter Nicole Friedman joins host Ariana Aspuru to break down what happened.
Further reading:
Buying a Home in 2025: Navigating the Crunch
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How to Break the Buy-and-Replace Trap
The constant urge to buy the next new thing can drain your wallet. Wall Street Journal contributor Jeff Galak joins host Imani Moise to explain how to break the cycle and save money along the way.
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Is Your Salary Too High for Today’s Job Market?
Some workers who scored high pay raises or high-paying jobs just a few years ago are now confronting a new economic reality. In today’s cooler job market comparable salary offers have dwindled and many highly paid workers are finding their salaries make them a target for layoffs. WSJ On the Clock columnist Callum Borchers joins host Derricke Dennis to discuss how individuals are navigating this uncertain period.
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Economic Worries Curtail Summer Travel Plans
Summer travel plans are hitting some turbulence. Wall Street Journal reporter Rachel Ensign joins host Derricke Dennis to discuss how some families are scaling back or even cancelling their trips.
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