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WSJ Minute Briefing — Business
WSJ Minute Briefing

The top business headlines from The Wall Street Journal, three times daily. Whether it’s the latest on overseas markets, economic news out of Washington or closing numbers from Wall Street, you’ll be in the know in a flash.

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The Justice Department Is Investigating Beef Companies in a Criminal Antitrust Probe Apr 20, 2026

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Plus: Businesses can now officially request tariff refunds from the U.S. government. And FBI director Kash Patel sues the Atlantic publication for defamation. Alex Ossola hosts.

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Wall Street Braces for Volatility as Strait of Hormuz is Shut Again Apr 20, 2026

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Plus: the U.A.E. asks the U.S. for a financial lifeline. And this week's economic data is set to reveal the Iran war's impact on the U.S. economy. Luke Vargas hosts.

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Stocks Surge After Iran Opens Strait Apr 17, 2026

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The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both ended at new highs. Plus: QVC shares drop after the company files for bankruptcy. And Netflix shares plummet after issuing disappointing guidance. Katherine Sullivan hosts.

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Oil Prices Tumble, Stocks Jump After Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Is Open Apr 17, 2026

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Plus: Ford is recalling up to 1.4 million F-150 pickups. And Anthropic’s CEO is scheduled to visit the White House as the AI company tries to ease tensions with the Trump administration. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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Israel-Lebanon Peace Talks Risks New Rift With Hezbollah Apr 17, 2026

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Plus: The House failed to advance a compromise proposal to renew a national-security surveillance program for five years. And the FAA curbs plans by United and American to increase summer flights at Chicago’s O’Hare. Luke Vargas hosts.

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Second Straight Day of Records for Nasdaq and S&P 500 Apr 16, 2026

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Investors held out hope for continued peace talks with Iran. Plus: Kering shares fall as it attempts to turnaround luxury brands like Gucci. Katherine Sullivan hosts.

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U.S. Will Pursue Iran-Linked Ships Beyond the Mideast Apr 16, 2026

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Plus: Charles Schwab’s quarterly profit jumped 30%. And PepsiCo’s revenue climbed 8.5% after it cut prices on signature snacks. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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Washington Dusts Off World War II Playbook Apr 16, 2026

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Plus: Spirit Airlines is at risk of liquidation as its plans to escape bankruptcy collide with surging fuel prices. And the world’s largest contract chip maker, TSMC, posts a nearly 60% jump in quarterly net profit. Luke Vargas hosts.

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S&P 500 Closes Above 7000 Apr 15, 2026

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The Nasdaq also hit a new record. Plus: Shares in sneaker company Allbirds skyrocket after announcing a pivot to AI infrastructure. Katherine Sullivan hosts.

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Trump Threatens to Fire Powell Once Fed Chair Term Ends Apr 15, 2026

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Plus: The Trump administration is eyeing a head of the CDC after months of upheaval at the health agency. And Bank of America is the latest big lender seeing resilience in the U.S. economy. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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