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What’s News in Markets: Intel Spikes, Walmart Slides, Bumble Fumbles Feb 22, 2025

What drove Intel shares higher? And why did Walmart shares tumble after its earnings report? Plus, how do investors see online-dating company Bumble’s turnaround efforts? Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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The Hardball Tactic Landlords Use to Tank Your Credit Score Feb 21, 2025

Landlords say that tackling rental disputes by targeting credit scores is more effective than lengthy legal battles. But consumer advocates say it gives landlords unchecked power. Wall Street Journal reporter Caitlin Ostroff joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what renters need to know.

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When a Lifetime Subscription Is Worth It – and When It's Not Feb 20, 2025

The cost of streaming and other online services continues to rise. More companies are now offering lifetime subscriptions that could save you money in the long run. Wall Street Journal columnist Nicole Nguyen joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what you should know before paying for a “forever plan,” “perpetual license” or “permanent access pass.”

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How the Uncertain Future of the CFPB Could Impact Your Money Feb 19, 2025

Work at the government’s watchdog for financial products, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, came to a halt earlier this month after the agency’s new acting director closed its Washington headquarters and ordered staff to stop all supervisory and enforcement work. Wall Street Journal reporter Angel Au-Yeung joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss which consumer protections are now in limbo and what it means for your money.

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How Owning a Home Can Help You Save on Taxes Feb 18, 2025

Buying a home is a major investment for many Americans but there are ways to make it less taxing. Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what homeowners should know to maximize their tax return.

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What’s News in Markets: Tariff Trade, Robinhood’s Crypto Gains, Unilever Slides Feb 15, 2025

How is Coca-Cola dealing with aluminum tariffs? And how are crypto’s gains benefiting Robinhood? Plus, why Unilever shares dropped. Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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Save Money on Your Valentine’s Day Date With Restaurant Loyalty Apps Feb 14, 2025

Dining out has become more expensive. But a new generation of loyalty apps such as Blackbird, inKind and Dorsia offer perks to repeat diners, help score hard-to-get reservations and can take some of the sting out of the bill. Wall Street Journal contributor Kathleen Squires joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to know which one is right for you.

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Why Appealing Your Insurance-Claim Denial Could Pay Off Feb 13, 2025

Health insurers deny about 850 million claims per year, but less than 1% of patients appeal. Studies show that up to three-quarters of claim appeals are granted. Wall Street Journal reporter Julie Wernau joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how patients who fought back won.

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How One Student’s Mission to Save $350,000 and Earn a Free Ride to NYU Paid Off Feb 12, 2025

The gap between the sticker price of a college education and the actual price people pay is growing - which puts the weight of finding ways to reduce costs on students and their families. Wall Street Journal reporter Oyin Adedoyin joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how one student found a way to attend NYU for free.

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For the First Time, Half of Private-Sector Workers Are Contributing to 401(k)s Feb 11, 2025

Decades after workplaces started using 401(k) retirement plans in place of traditional pensions, they are finally reaching a tipping point. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why the growth in worker adoption is likely to increase this year.

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Three Places to Park Your Cash for the Best Return Feb 10, 2025

Looking to maximize your cash? Solid yields are still available from high-yield savings accounts, CDs, and money-market funds. Wall Street Journal contributor Lori Ioannou joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to determine the best option for you.

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Tax Season 2025: What’s New in the Tax Rules That Can Save You Money Feb 09, 2025

The IRS has new tax changes for some filers who are victims of natural disasters or purchased an electric vehicle last year. In the second episode of our series, Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss the latest tax credit changes, disaster relief, and how to stay organized this tax season. If you missed the first episode, you can find it here.

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What’s News in Markets: Tariff Worries, Amazon’s AI Bet, Mattel Climbs Feb 08, 2025

Which companies dropped on concerns about tariffs? And why did Amazon’s forecast worry investors? Plus, what drove gains in Barbie maker Mattel’s shares? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.

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Looking for an Affordable, Last-Minute Cruise? Try a Standby Ticket Feb 07, 2025

Discounts on sought-after cruises are hard to come by – even with peak season promotions. Wall Street Journal travel columnist Dawn Gilberston joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how she landed a last-minute standby deal and what made it worth the gamble.

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How to Talk About Your Debt While Navigating the Dating Scene Feb 06, 2025

Between student loans, car loans, and other financial obligations, debt can be a dating deal breaker. But it doesn’t have to be. Wall Street Journal senior platform editor Julia Munslow joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss why it’s important to talk about money when getting to know someone romantically and how to support a partner with debt.

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Why Investors Are Placing Bets on Wildfires, Wars, and Elections Feb 05, 2025

Betting on the outcome of future events soared during the 2024 presidential election, when prediction markets correctly forecasted Donald Trump’s victory. Now these platforms are offering buzzy, ripped-from-the-headlines contracts to keep investors enticed. Wall Street Journal reporter Alexander Osipovich joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how prediction markets work and why they’re testing the boundaries of what they can get away with.

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Workout Clothes Can Be Expensive. Here’s How to Shop Smarter. Feb 04, 2025

Planning to hit the gym more in 2025 but don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on new workout gear? Wall Street Journal contributor Grace Cook joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss which items are worth the splurge and which items you should skip.

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A TikTok Ban Could Mean Millions Lost for Small-Business Owners Feb 03, 2025

From clothes to candy, TikTok has become a storefront for a growing number of small businesses. WSJ reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host Ariana Aspuru to break down how a possible ban could impact those who rely on the app to make a living. Plus, we hear from a North Carolina based shop owner who has turned her floral-inspired art designs into a million dollar business.

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Tax Season 2025: What You Should Know Before Filing Your Return Feb 02, 2025

Tackle tax season with our two-part series, “Tax Season 2025: What’s New” where we break down the latest changes from the IRS to save you money. In episode one, Wall Street Journal reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to file your taxes for free, secure your tax data with a PIN, and a new way to check the status of your return.

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What’s News in Markets: AI Bloodbath, Trump and Schwab, UPS Doesn’t Deliver Feb 01, 2025

What do investors make of President Trump’s social-media company Trump Media turning toward finance? And how well did markets survive DeepSeek’s AI shock? Plus, why UPS is pulling away from Amazon. Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them.
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Further Reading:

Chip Stocks Tumble After China’s DeepSeek AI Models Raise Doubts Over U.S. Tech Dominance

Trump Media Announces New Push Into Finance to Support the ‘Patriot Economy’

UPS Stock Plunges on Plan to Halve Amazon Deliveries

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