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How has Elon Musk’s deepening relationship with President-elect Donald Trump affected Tesla stock? And why did Big Pharma stocks sell off? Plus, what did Disney and Spotify have to say about trends in streaming? Host Francesca Fontana 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bank customers are now struggling to find a spot to put their valuables since fewer banks are offering safe-deposit boxes. Wall Street Journal deputy personal finance bureau chief Ben Eisen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the disappearing service and where you can store your belongings.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During his first presidential term, Donald Trump took a special interest in the auto industry – and he’s signaled that he has more in store in his second one. Wall Street Journal reporter Ryan Felton joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how Trump’s proposals could affect EVs, car prices, battery plants, and consumers. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Property taxes in the U.S. rose nearly 7% in 2023, the largest increase in the last five years, according to property data firm Attom. WSJ reporter Will Parker joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how voters in several states approved measures last week that will offer some relief.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some credit-card companies estimate that cardholders earned more than $34 billion in travel rewards last year – but many people are unsure how to use them. Wall Street Journal travel reporter Jacob Passy joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to turn those points into your next vacation.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage has trended higher since the Federal Reserve’s first rate cut in September – and it might keep climbing. Wall Street Journal deputy personal finance bureau chief Ben Eisen joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss what this means for prospective home buyers.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WSJ's Take On the Week brings you the insights and analysis you need to get a leg up on the world of money and investing. Weekly, we cut through the noise and dive into markets, the economy and finance. Join The Wall Street Journal's Telis Demos and Gunjan Banerji in conversation with the people closest to the hot topics in markets to get incisive analysis on the big trades, key players in finance and business news ahead. The show returns November 17. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What were the big winners and losers of the so-called Trump trade? And what drove Warner Bros. Discovery to a surprise quarterly profit? Plus, why Hershey cut its guidance. Host Francesca Fontana 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting a conversation with an old colleague or manager could help jump start your career, but contacting someone you haven’t spoken with in years can be awkward. Wall Street Journal reporter Ray A. Smith joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss ways to break the ice. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Starting next year, the IRS will boost 401(k) catch-up contribution levels substantially for people in their early 60s. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling goes through the numbers with host J.R. Whalen. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Co-workers who always seem to be in a good mood, even in the face of frustration, often find success by pairing their sunny attitude with fierce ambition. Wall Street Journal columnist Callum Borchers joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss the value hiring managers see in “happy warriors.”  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some Americans are making adjustments to their stock and retirement portfolios to hedge againstpotentially higher taxes under the new administration. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Ashlea Ebeling joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss moves recommended by financial advisers. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Federal Reserve is expected to issue a decision on interest rates on Thursday, with one more scheduled for December. Wall Street Journal chief economics correspondent Nick Timiraos joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss how an uneven economy, and the presidential election, could impact the Fed’s plan in the months ahead. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are investors concerned about Super Micro Computer? And what caused the sharpest tech selloff in months? Plus, why Amazon’s earnings impressed. Host Jack Pitcher 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tax-filing season is still several months away. Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss money-saving adjustments taxpayers can make to their withholding levels and retirement accounts, plus tax credits to take advantage of, before the end of 2024.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As child care becomes financially out-of-reach for many families, voters in several counties will decide next week on ballot measures to raise taxes and boost accessibility. Wall Street Journal reporter Harriet Torry joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why affordable daycare is seen as vital to local economies. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When couples who make their living from social media split up, assessing the accounts’ value can be complicated and messy. Wall Street Journal reporter Katherine Hamilton joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss how to protect your social media assets in a divorce.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The brackets that determine how much you pay in taxes are moving up by their smallest amount in a few years. WSJ reporter Ashlea Ebeling tells Ariana Aspuru what this change means and how it could impact your 2025 return.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Loaning money to family or friends can be risky and create tension, especially when you’re waiting for them to pay you back. ParkBridge Wealth Management’s Jonathan Shenkman tells host Ariana Aspuru how he advises clients to put emotions aside and treat it like a bank loan. Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How has an E. coli outbreak affected McDonald’s? And how did fashion stocks Tapestry and Capri trade after a judge blocked their $8.5 billion deal? Plus, what’s driving turbulence in Spirit Airlines stock? Host Francesca Fontana discusses the biggest stock moves of the week and the news that drove them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices