The fraud trial of Sam Bankman-Fried starts today. The collapse of his exchange FTX was a massive blow to the crypto market and prosecutors allege it is one of the biggest financial-fraud cases in U.S. history. WSJ reporter Alexander Osipovich joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss what to expect from the trial. 

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What to Expect From Sam Bankman-Fried’s Fraud Trial

P.M. Edition for Oct. 2. Former President Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial began today in Manhattan. Reporter Corinne Ramey provides updates. Plus, Americans are still spending, despite high interest rates and other economic factors. Consumer trends reporter Rachel Wolfe explains. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

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Trump Appears in Manhattan Courtroom for Civil Fraud Trial

A.M. Edition for Oct. 2. WSJ reporter Siobhan Hughes outlines the challenge from Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz after McCarthy bypassed conservatives in passing a bill to avoid a government shutdown. Plus, Chinese data offers some glimmers of hope as it struggles to steady its economic recovery. And Journal reporter Corinne Ramey discusses what’s at stake for former President Donald Trump in his civil-fraud trial set to begin in New York today. Keith Collins hosts.

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GOP House Speaker Kevin McCarthy Braces for Leadership Fight

P.M. Edition for Sept. 29. Lawmakers face a Sunday deadline to avert a government shutdown. Economic policy reporter Andrew Duehren discusses what to expect. All three major U.S. stock indexes end the quarter with losses. Markets reporter Karen Langley explains. The United Auto Workers union expands its strike, and autos reporter Nora Eckert has the details. Plus, six months after WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained in Russia, we revisit our interview with Washington Post writer Jason Rezaian, who was detained in Iran. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.



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What Happens in a Government Shutdown

A.M. Edition for Sept. 29. House Republicans passed a series of annual spending bills late Thursday, but deep divisions persist as the deadline to avert a government shutdown approaches. Plus, auto workers are poised to expand their strikes against Detroit carmakers today. And WSJ reporter Gabriel Rubin discusses the imminent resumption of student-loan payments in a changed landscape for borrowers. Keith Collins hosts.

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Shutdown Looms Despite House Spending Push

P.M. Edition for Sept. 28. Oil prices are nearing $100 a barrel again, after Russia and Saudi Arabia extended production cuts. Markets reporter Anna Hirtenstein explains how those countries are cashing in, and reporter Benoît Morenne has more on why U.S. shale producers aren’t coming to the rescue. Plus, desperate Armenians flee the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh as Azerbaijan takes control. Moscow bureau chief Ann M. Simmons reports from the ground. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.



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Russia and the Saudis Are Cashing In on Pricy Oil. Why the U.S. Isn’t

A.M. Edition for Sept. 28. Seven GOP presidential candidates sparred in their second debate last night. All were angling to make a case that they should be the front-runner instead of Donald Trump, who decided not to participate. Plus, shares of China Evergrande were suspended  following media reports of its founder’s disappearance. And, could a Eurozone recession be in the pipeline? Clemens Fuest, president of the Ifo Institute, explains what is at stake if Germany can’t turn things around. Keith Collins hosts.



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GOP Candidates Clash at Second Presidential Debate in Trump’s Absence

P.M. Edition for Sept. 27. Elon Musk is at the helm of some of the biggest companies in the world, from Tesla to X, formerly known as Twitter. Chief economics commentator Greg Ip says that with that power has come significant influence in international affairs. And Andrew Duehren explains how Ford and General Motors are vying to shape the U.S. electric vehicle market. Plus, as Republicans gear up for the second GOP presidential debate, try our new game: WSJ Election Challenge. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.



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How Elon Musk Came to Wield International Influence

A.M. Edition for Sept. 27. ChatGPT-owner OpenAI is eyeing a potential share sale that would value it at up to $90 billion. WSJ AI reporter Deepa Seetharaman says that’s roughly triple its valuation earlier this year and could deliver significant profits on paper to part-owner Microsoft. Plus, a new ruling could cripple the Trump Organization’s ability to operate in New York. And senators unveil a bipartisan funding deal as pressure mounts to avoid a government shutdown. Luke Vargas hosts.

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ChatGPT Powers $90 Billion Valuation Target for OpenAI

P.M. Edition for Sept. 26. President Biden gave an unprecedented show of support for the United Auto Workers union, joining striking workers on the picket line in Michigan today, a day ahead of an expected visit to auto workers by former President Donald Trump. And the Federal Trade Commission sues Amazon, alleging an illegal online monopoly. Reporter Dana Mattioli explains why it is a milestone case. Plus, investors in big pharma are seeing big potential in weight-loss drugs. Markets reporter Charley Grant has the story. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

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Biden Joins UAW Picket Line in Michigan, Ahead of Trump Visit

A.M. Edition for Sept. 26. Credit rater Moody’s says a potential U.S. government shutdown – which could come as early as this weekend – would negatively affect America’s sovereign credit. WSJ editor Quentin Webb explains how else a shutdown could hit the economy. Plus, President Biden and Donald Trump plan dueling trips to Michigan to court union voters. And new details on Google’s hardball tactics to keep its search engine the default on smartphones. Luke Vargas hosts..

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Moody’s Warns Gov’t Shutdown Could Hurt America’s Credit

P.M. Edition for Sept. 25. The U.S. and other Western nations launched an unprecedented campaign to sanction Russia after its invasion of Ukraine. That included seizing billions of dollars in assets from Russian oligarchs, including yachts. But now, those big boats have become a burden for taxpayers. U.K. correspondent Max Colchester explains. Plus, a continued rise in bond yields is hitting tech stocks hard. Markets reporter Eric Wallerstein has more. Annmarie Fertoli hosts.

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Taxpayers Are Paying the Bill for Oligarchs’ Seized Yachts

A.M. Edition for Sept. 25. Striking writers have reached a tentative agreement with studios to end a monthslong strike that’s brought Hollywood to a halt. WSJ reporter Joe Flint breaks down the deal and the significance of studio executives getting involved in talks. Plus, Congress heads into a make-or-break week for avoiding a government shutdown. And Amazon and Meta make new pushes into artificial intelligence. Luke Vargas hosts.

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Striking Hollywood Writers Reach Tentative Deal With Studios

WSJ’s Take On the Week brings you the insights and analysis you need to get a leg up on the business and financial week to come. In less than 20 minutes, host Dion Rabouin cuts through the noise to explain the major business and financial news that may move markets, all so you can make smarter investing decisions. Episodes drop every Sunday. 



This week, we have our eye on the sneaker giant Nike. The company behind the Lebron 21, Air Force 1 and Air Jordans is expected to report its first quarter earnings, and it comes at a pivotal time. Nike stock is down around 20% year to date, as it faces a glut of inventory and a rash of thefts. Ahead of the holiday shopping season, Barclays analyst Adrienne Yih explains why she thinks it’s time to Just Do It and bet on Nike stock going higher. We’re also adjusting our collars as we gear up for Paris Fashion Week. What does the semiannual designer presentation tell us about how luxury brands are doing in the market? WSJ reporter Nick Kostov will let us know. And with the release of the new movie “Dumb Money” about the GameStop saga, we’re going to talk meme stocks with WSJ’s Gunjan Banerji.



Further Reading

How Nike Sneakers Get Stolen at Every Turn  

Nike Broke Up With Retailers. Now It’s Trying to Win Them Back.  

It’s Not Your Imagination—Shopping in Person Is Getting Worse  

Americans Are Buying Less Bling  

The World’s Richest Person Auditions His Five Children to Run LVMH, the Luxury Empire  



For more coverage of the markets and your investments, head to WSJ.com.



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Introducing WSJ’s Take On the Week

P.M. Edition for Sept. 22. UAW workers walked out at GM and Stellantis parts-distribution centers across 20 states, but the union spared Ford citing progress in contract talks. Auto industry reporter Nora Eckert has more. And New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine Menendez are indicted in a bribery scheme. Plus, economics reporter Amara Omeokwe says a historic rise in immigration could boost the U.S. economy’s prospects of a soft landing. Pierre Bienaimé hosts.

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United Auto Workers Union Expands Strike at GM and Stellantis

A.M. Edition for Sept. 22. U.K. regulators said today that Microsoft’s revised $75 billion takeover plan resolved most of its antitrust concerns, setting up the deal to move forward a s soon as next month. Plus, House Republicans split on next steps for funding the government as a shutdown looms. And WSJ reporter Sebastian Herrera explains how Amazon is wrestling with competition  from rivals Temu and Shein. Luke Vargas hosts.Correction: The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority will be consulting markets on Microsoft’s proposed restructured deal with Activision until Oct. 6. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said Oct. 8. (Corrected on Sept. 22)

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Microsoft-Activision Deal Clears Final Regulatory Hurdle

P.M. Edition for Sept 21. WSJ’s banking reporter Gina Heeb discusses the effects of higher interest rates on U.S. consumers. And reporter Erin Mulvaney explains the legal challenges ahead as U.S. states and local governments try to sue big energy companies over climate change. Plus, Rupert Murdoch steps down as chairman of Fox and News Corp. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.

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U.S. Households Feel Impact of High Interest Rates

A.M. Edition for Sept. 21. Ukraine’s president heads to Capitol Hill today amid heightened divisions over continued U.S. aid. WSJ reporter Ken Thomas explains how a group of GOP lawmakers could block or delay further support. Plus, global markets drop on signs interest rates could stay higher for longer. And insurance reporter Jean Eaglesham details the backlash over a change to the federal government’s flood-insurance program. Luke Vargas hosts.

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GOP Lawmakers to Oppose More Ukraine Aid

P.M. Edition for Sept 20. WSJ’s chief economics commentator Greg Ip discusses the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates steady at a 22-year high. And reporter Ryan Dezember discusses why Wall Street’s real estate giants are struggling to buy properties amid a shortage in supply. Plus, the White House warns of the impact of a government shutdown. Sabrina Siddiqui hosts.

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Fed Holds Rates Steady, but Signals Another Hike This Year

A.M. Edition for Sept. 20. Ukraine’s demand for artillery is powering rapid growth for weapons manufacturers half a world away. Journal reporter Dasl Yoon explains how South Korean industry is responding to current demand and could grow further in the years to come. Plus, Ford avoids simultaneous labor strikes by cutting a deal with auto workers in Canada  And the Fed prepares to unveil its latest interest-rate decision. Luke Vargas hosts.

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