A.M. Edition for Oct. 12. Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill are speaking out against a deal announced by President Trump to import diesel from Russia in the runup to the midterms. Dow Jones Energy’s Andy Critchlow explains what it means for prices at the pump. Plus, Yemen’s Houthis strike at the heart of Saudi society . WSJ Middle East editor Andrew Dowell considers whether a pair of weeke
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To stave off a blue wave in the U.S. midterm elections, Republicans hope to retain a group they overperformed with two years ago: voters under 30. But President Trump is beset by low approval ratings and a historical midterm trend that favors the party not holding the Oval Office. White House correspondent Natalie Andrews and WSJ editor Aaron Zitner join host Pierre Bienaimé to discuss how young v
11 Oct 2026 · 17 minWhich companies are cashing in as wars shrink global fuel supply? And why are AI trade favorites suddenly lower? Plus, how are homebuilders coping with soaring mortgage costs? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information
10 Oct 2026 · 4 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 9. New data out today from the Federal Reserve show that the typical American family got a little richer in the years after the pandemic. Journal economics reporter Rachel Ensign explains why the oldest and wealthiest Americans saw the biggest gains, painting a picture of a two-speed economy. Plus, economics reporter Matt Grossman explains how President Trump’s new committee
9 Oct 2026 · 12 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 9. The Pentagon says it plans to live stream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan. Plus, shares of U.S. wireless carriers drop after SpaceX takes a big step toward breaking into their market. And if you’re struggling to estimate your AI token usage , WSJ’s Stephanie Stamm explains just how challenging that’s become for businesses. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the
9 Oct 2026 · 14 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 8. Rebecca Ballhaus walks us through the Journal’s exclusive reporting on the messages between Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. ambassador to Greece, and MAGA donor Eric Deters–communications that are raising new questions about the high-profile diplomat. Plus, WSJ Ukraine bureau chief Marcus Walker discusses Russia’s escalating campaign of airstrikes against Ukrainian cities tha
8 Oct 2026 · 14 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 8. Norway’s government is considering a nationwide ban on the use of AI smartglasses in certain public or sensitive areas over privacy concerns. We speak to the minister behind the push about how the lessons of social media are motivating this world-first proposal. Plus, AI giants embrace blockbuster debt deals to fund their voracious appetite for chips. And energy prices ris
8 Oct 2026 · 13 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 7. President Trump expects his Treasury Secretary to solve stubborn problems, including rising borrowing costs, high gas prices, and even the war on Iran. White House economic policy reporter reporter Brian Schwartz tells us how Bessent is taking the pressure out on his staff–and faces skepticism on Wall Street. Plus, the Trump administration is investigating Wells Fargo over
7 Oct 2026 · 12 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 7. Washington is pushing Moscow for more information about a mysterious laboratory death in Siberia, saying the details shared so far have been limited. WSJ Russia bureau chief Thomas Grove says the coming days will be crucial in determining whether a potential plague outbreak is underway. Plus, Shell's refining margin hits a new record as the closure of Mideast refineries bo
7 Oct 2026 · 15 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 6. Skydance has ambitions to take on Netflix and other tech behemoths in streaming now that it’s clinched its deal for Warner Bros. Discovery. But WSJ media and entertainment reporter Joe Flint says Hollywood has reservations. German police have arrested the country’s former spy chief on suspicion of espionage, a crisis for the German foreign intelligence service. And workpla
6 Oct 2026 · 13 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 6. With France on the precipice of a dangerous financial spiral , student protestors are demanding President Emmanuel Macron raise spending, the one thing WSJ Paris bureau chief Stacy Meichtry says the country can’t afford to do. Plus, Saudi and Yemeni forces launch an operation to take back a strategic port Iran-backed Houthi rebels have been using to disrupt oil-tanker traf
6 Oct 2026 · 13 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 5. WSJ reporter James Romoser walks us through what to expect from the high court’s term , which opened today with oral arguments on a major climate-change case . A trio of scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for a breakthrough in neuroscience. Plus, WSJ’s Jared Mitovich goes inside Cornell University to examine the fallout from an explosive sexu
5 Oct 2026 · 11 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 5. Flávio Bolsonaro deals President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva a bruising first-round defeat, finishing ahead of the leftist leader and putting Brazil’s right within reach of taking back power. Plus, as renewed Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz once again threaten oil flows , the International Chamber of Commerce warns of a looming global food security crisis . And WSJ c
5 Oct 2026 · 13 minAmerican colleges and universities are in an admissions crunch. A looming demographic cliff means fewer 18-year-olds are applying, leaving schools scrambling to fill budget holes and chart a new path forward. WSJ education reporters Doug Belkin and Roshan Fernandez join host Alex Ossola to discuss why this is happening now and how three institutions are handling the problem. Further Reading: Ameri
4 Oct 2026 · 14 minWhy are cruise stocks rallying despite soaring fuel costs? And how did an egg shortage turn into a glut? Plus, what does Nvidia’s record-breaking stock buyback mean for investors? Host Imani Moise discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informat
3 Oct 2026 · 5 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 2. The U.S. economy added 29,000 jobs last month, falling short of expectations. Journal economics reporter Konrad Putzier discusses why that's a more solid number than it may seem… and what it means for the Fed’s next meeting later this month. Plus, the G-7 countries agree to release 100 million barrels of diesel and oil to help ease soaring prices. We hear from reporter Mat
2 Oct 2026 · 11 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 2. A shift in the bond rout this week is dividing the world into winners and losers, with indebted European countries, particularly hard hit. Plus, WSJ investigative reporter Brenna T. Smith explains how Homeland Security is paying local police millions for even just one immigration arrest. And how spurning President Trump has given Mark Carney an unprecedented mandate to tra
2 Oct 2026 · 12 minP.M. Edition for Oct. 1. The Justice Department is reviewing whether prosecutors mishandled the Watergate case , decades after the scandal led to Richard Nixon’s resignation. WSJ White House reporter Philip Wegmann explains that the review comes as more conservatives, including President Trump, show renewed interest in Nixon’s legacy. Plus, mortgage rates had their biggest weekly increase in four
1 Oct 2026 · 12 minA.M. Edition for Oct. 1. The Trump administration rolls out a new plan to lower drug prices in Medicare, while also sending out $500 checks to nearly 100 million people, a month before voters head to the polls in the midterm elections. Plus, bonds sell off globally , with yields in the U.S., France and U.K. hitting fresh records today. WSJ’s Nicolas Miller explains what that means for mortgage rat
1 Oct 2026 · 16 minP.M. Edition for Sept. 30. One pilot of the FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv is in custody after a cockpit stabbing forces an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Journal reporter Anat Peled brings us the latest. Plus, the 10-year Treasury yield hits a 24-year high, while stock markets remain on track for double-digit gains in 2026 after a turbulent third quarter. WSJ reporter Heather Gillers explains wh
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