20 episodes

What's News brings you the headlines and business news that move markets and the world—twice every weekday. In 10-12 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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    • 4.2 • 3.7K Ratings

What's News brings you the headlines and business news that move markets and the world—twice every weekday. In 10-12 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.

    Walmart Is America’s Biggest Retailer. But Amazon Is Catching Up.

    Walmart Is America’s Biggest Retailer. But Amazon Is Catching Up.

    P.M. Edition for May 15. For a decade, Walmart has held the title of America’s biggest company by revenue. But Amazon isn’t far behind. Retail reporter Sarah Nassauer explains. And U.S. inflation eased in April, with core prices posting their smallest increase since April 2021. Citigroup economist Veronica Clark has more. Plus, President Biden and former President Donald Trump agree to debates in June and September. Annmarie Fertoli hosts. 



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    • 12 min
    Biden Backs $1 Billion in New Weapons for Israel

    Biden Backs $1 Billion in New Weapons for Israel

    A.M. Edition for May 15. The Biden administration has notified Congress it’s moving forward with a new weapons package for Israel just days after it paused as hipment of bombs over concerns about the conduct of the war in Gaza. WSJ’s Jared Malsin explains what this says about Biden’s policy on Israel. Plus, the Justice Department says Boeing violated a settlement over two fatal 737 MAX plane crashes, exposing the company to potential criminal prosecution. And, Red Lobster prepares to file for bankruptcy as its debts mount and diners pull back on spending. Luke Vargas hosts.



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    • 15 min
    Google Is Rolling Out AI-Powered Search Summaries

    Google Is Rolling Out AI-Powered Search Summaries

    P.M. Edition for May 14. Google’s namesake search engine will soon include artificial-intelligence-powered answers. And fake science is flooding academic journals, forcing action from publishers. WSJ science reporter Nidhi Subbaraman has more. Plus, star witness Michael Cohen is under cross examination by Donald Trump’s lawyer. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.



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    • 13 min
    GameStop and AMC Shares Soar. Are Meme Stocks Back?

    GameStop and AMC Shares Soar. Are Meme Stocks Back?

    A.M. Edition for May 14. Two stocks at the heart of a pandemic-era trading craze are surging this week after a series of posts by an influential meme-stock guru. The WSJ’s Alex Frangos explains whether GameStop and AMC are experiencing a so-called “short squeeze,” and what that could mean for markets. Plus, President Biden unveils new China tariffs as U.S. trade policy takes center stage on the campaign trail. And OpenAI borrows from Hollywood’s vision of artificial intelligence as it launches its new voice assistant. Luke Vargas hosts.



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    • 13 min
    Is Inflation So Stubborn Because of Small Businesses?

    Is Inflation So Stubborn Because of Small Businesses?

    P.M. Edition for May 13. Many small businesses, facing cost pressures, plan to keep raising prices. Senior special writer Ruth Simon explains what that means for taming inflation. And Michael Cohen, Donald Trump’s former lawyer, testifies that the former president told him to drag out hush-money talks with porn star Stormy Daniels. Plus, Melinda Gates is resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.



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    • 14 min
    Offices Go Politics-Free Ahead of Biden-Trump Rematch

    Offices Go Politics-Free Ahead of Biden-Trump Rematch

    A.M. Edition for May 13. Vladimir Putin shakes up Russia’s military leadership by appointing an economist as defense minister. Plus, the United Auto Workers faces another key test in its organizing blitz in the South. And WSJ reporter Chip Cutter explains why corporate America is largely sitting out the 2024 election after previously feeling like it couldn’t afford to stay silent. Luke Vargas hosts.



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    • 13 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
3.7K Ratings

3.7K Ratings

Meitghkk ,

Great effective news compilation

I only wish they focused more on big world news stories.

Also a pet peeve: I am very tired of hearing Luke Vargas pronounce “Beijing” wrong. It seems he has to say that word at least once per week, and he puts a silly sound on the “j” that maybe is supposed to sound more authentically Chinese but actually takes him FURTHER from the real and simple pronunciation of “Beijing” in Chinese. Someone needs to coach him so I can stop hearing him say it wrong.

YurriG ,

Hamas propaganda

I admit that the show is informative on the US economy. But, as far as Gaza war is concerned, it is pure, albeit polite, Hamas propaganda. Hamas, a terrorist organization according to the US, is presented cute and cuddly. Whatever happens, it is the fault of Israel.

mollsinthecity ,

best way to stay informed

New listener and it’s my go to now for staying informed.

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